Using the Telecoil w/ Cell Phones (Cochlear Implants)

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So, I have starting wearing my new Espirit 3G Cochlear Implant a few days ago, and I haven't had a Telecoil function in quite some time. It works great on the House Phones but not on the cell phones. It says the phones have to have some kind of inductive loop or something for it to work on the Telecoil function w/o interference...

Do they make actual cell phones that will be compatible with this function? All I have seen is some kind of wires and stuff you can hook up to a cell phone when you want to use it, but that's too inconvient....

Any info helps!
 
Sorry but you have to buy the wires..there is an bluetooth lanyard though...
 
unfortunately, if you want to use your t-coil with a cell phone, your only options are to purchase a standard or bluetooth neckloop.

in regards to cell phones, one thing you want to make sure yours has is cdma technology. this will provide the clearest sound quality you can receive from a cell phone.

i have an lg cell phone and it uses the aforementioned cdma technology. the sound quality on it is so good that i don't even need to use my t-coil.
 
Cochlear Implants

you need read this below come with 3pin
if you also ask with 3pin cord plug into 3.5mm to your computer or home cell phone
get the FM include u will get all set!

Google Image Result for http://www.bionicear.com/userfiles/Image/FM1.jpg

ask your audiology get you this one also here picture look
Phonak iConnect earhook for Auria & Harmony cochlear implants - connevans.co.uk

Phonak iConnect earhook for Auria & Harmony cochlear implants build in 3pin
now 3pin plug into cell phone!


also take a look
Dynametric Cochlear Implant Patch Cord (TLP-102)
CTAP Services and Equipment Products
roll down you see picture for CI patch cord!

normal CI come with whole package! you need ask your audiology
to give you all set
 
life2hear said:
Dynametric Cochlear Implant Patch Cord (TLP-102)
CTAP Services and Equipment Products
roll down you see picture for CI patch cord!
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just a word of caution. i would be weary of purchasing this kind of ci patch cord since it may not fit your ci. another ci user warned me about this after she purchased such a patch cord and it didn't fit her processor. if you're looking for a patch cord, i would contact advanced bionics, med-el or cochlear and ask them for their recommendations.
 
life2hear said:
Hear Again:

ESPrit Telephone Adaptor [z77085] - $110.00 : Cochlear, Innovator of the Nucleus Freedom cochlear hearing implant system

ESPrit Telephone Adaptor
# Model: z77085
Connects to ESPrit/ESPrit 22 Audio Cover or ESPrit 3G/ESPrit 3G-N22 Accessories Adapter. Cuts off processor mic. Landline phones. Keypad in base of phone only. Does not work on cordless or cellular phones. Includes volume control.
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thanks for that information. unfortunately, i don't have the finances available to purchase one. $110.00 plus shipping would take alot of money out of my monthly budget.
 
speaking of telecoil and cellphones...

I have used the T-coil that was already installed in my cochlear implant. And I have tried it on my cellphone for talking. But everytime i try using it. and when my phone rings..Its very staticy noise and hard for me to hear and understand what the other person is saying. So i always thought that with no telecoil on, works fine for me and i could understand better. But i want to use the T-coil so i could understand MORE better for when i'm out somewhere like: the mall, a restraunt, at a noisy party, outside sitting with friends at a ice cream parlor.

Did anybody had this problem before??
 
I had it with HA and I resolved it with a HATIS earhook...haven't tried cellphone with CI as my new one isn't compatible with the HATIS...
 
coolgirlspyer90 said:
speaking of telecoil and cellphones...

I have used the T-coil that was already installed in my cochlear implant. And I have tried it on my cellphone for talking. But everytime i try using it. and when my phone rings..Its very staticy noise and hard for me to hear and understand what the other person is saying. So i always thought that with no telecoil on, works fine for me and i could understand better. But i want to use the T-coil so i could understand MORE better for when i'm out somewhere like: the mall, a restraunt, at a noisy party, outside sitting with friends at a ice cream parlor.

Did anybody had this problem before??
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does your cell phone use cdma technology and is it rated as t3 or t4? if not, that might explain why you hear static. cell phones that don't use cdma technology and do not have either a t3 or t4 designation aren't compatible with t-coils on ci's and hearing aids.

my lg cell phone has both and i have no problems using the t-coil on my ci (even though i'm able to hear well enough without it with my right ci).
 
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Thanks Hear Again for bringing up the T coil ratings.

Here is a decent site which describes the T-coil and Microphone ratings and what to look for in a cell phone.

Finding Hearing Aid Compatible Cell Phones

I have had no problems with any cell phone I have used on T-coil. Using the Microphone has not been great on my current cell phone but because I don't use it, it doesn't bother me. My newer house phone does not work well at all on T-coil. My old cordless phone works great so age is not a deciding factor for me.

Check with your cell phone company, explain the situation and that you need a M3/T3 or M4/T4 phone so you can use the product you have signed up for. They might be able to offer something or an upgrade for your phone so you can use it easily.

Good luck.
Steve
 
you're welcome, steve. :) by the way, thanks for posting information about finding a hearing aid compatible cell phone. i'm going to keep it for future reference to pass along to the hoh and deafblind people i know.
 
Hear Again said:
does your cell phone use cdma technology and is it rated as t3 or t4? if not, that might explain why you hear static. cell phones that don't use cdma technology and do not have either a t3 or t4 designation aren't compatible with t-coils on ci's and hearing aids.

my lg cell phone has both and i have no problems using the t-coil on my ci (even though i'm able to hear well enough without it with my right ci).
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hmm..Well I got a brand new cellphone this christmas, and I haven't been able to use the T-coil at all lately because of static noise coming through.

My cellphone product is a Samsung propel. It's the cellphone where you can slide it up. Not open sideways.. But heres what my cellphone looks like::
photo-1.html

photo-2.html

The picture is not mine, Its from another website. I didn't want to take a picture of my phone since it takes forever to upload to my desktop computer downstairs. It has so much crap on there.but instead of the black color on the phone, mine is a white color on the background with the red border.
anyways, What is a t3 or t4??? do you mean P3 telecoil?? My cellphone manual has a hearing aid compalibility. But With my hearing aid i can't hear very good through the cellphone. So I rely on my CI alot when I use phones. Also..What is cdma technology??

Sorry..I'm just trying to keep myself updated with all the newest cochlear implant technology :D
 
coolgirl,

i can't see pictures because i'm totally blind.

as for your cell phone, you might want to purchase a flip phone (my lg is a flip phone) since they tend to have ear pieces that are larger and rest against the ear better.

t3 and t4 are ratings used to tell you how compatible a cell phone is with hearing aid and ci t-coils.

cdma (code division multiple access) is a type of technology that improves sound quality.
 
My father had cochlear implants a couple of years ago and I am trying to help him find a cell phone. I have the razr V9 phone that is compatible but I'm not sure what adapter he needs to use it with the t-coil. They gave him an adapter but it has a different connection than the phone. Do they make different adapter or what? I've read and read and am at a loss and I want him to have a phone so when he's out I can get in touch with him or him with me.
Thanks
 
I don't know what kind of an adaptor is required, but I have an LG cell phone. The sound quality is excellent and I don't need to use my T-coils while using it.
 
There is no adapter needed with cell phones or home phones. A neck loop or Hatis type device will allow the use of the phone without having to keep it by your ear. You need to just switch the CI processor to T-coil mode. Some programs have this turned on all the time. Some have mixing between T-coil and Microphone. It all depends on how your audiologist sets up the program.

I have the option to turn on or off the T-coil feature on every program which is the only way I will have it since walking under power lines, you can get the over powering buzzing from the lines. You might also notice that if you lean up against a wall that has a power line running through it like next to a wall switch, you might hear the buzzing also. The T-coil is picking up the electrical activity. Totally normal considering how it works.

I will say I batted zero trying to find a home phone made by panasonic. Disappointed because I have had good luck with their products as far as durability. I picked up a cheap V-tech phone recently that is absolutely awsome. Silent as far as transformer noise and extremely clear. The hearing aid compatible note was on the bottom of the box right next to the requirement to use 110V power. I would highly recommend the phone for those who are needing a T-coil compatible phone. Model CS5121. It comes with an answering machine that can be turned off if you already have one that works and is available in 1-4 handsets depending on your needs.

Cell phones are more likely to use the M4/T4 ratings. 4 being the most compatible. I would recommend using the phone before purchasing it just because they are different and may not function as one would like. You may also find a phone that works great but might not be rated. Both my wife's phone and my phone are M4/T4 rated and I can hear out of my phone so much easier than my wifes phone. They are different phones but have the same rating.

Again, I hope this helps.
 
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