At-a-glance: technology

Advanced feature overview

With primax, listening effort is reduced* as a result of a new advanced processing feature SpeechMaster. More than a single feature or innovation, SpeechMaster is
a collection of algorithms that work in concert to achieve less listening effort. SpeechMaster analyzes the acoustic environment and employs the first technology that
is clinically proven to isolate the target speaker from unwanted surrounding noise and other speech. SpeechMaster acts as a conductor orchestrating digital noise
reduction, directionality, and amplification to reduce listening effort. This is achieved by reducing noise and highlighting the dominant speakers voice in all speech
environments throughout the day.

Noise Reduction
Noise reduction scheme comprised of a slow, modulation-based algorithm which works optimally in noise-only situations, and a fast-acting Wiener
Speech and noise
Filter which works effectively in speech-in-noise situations. These two multichannel and adaptive algorithms provide optimal listening comfort for the
management
wearer in a variety of listening situations. Improved effectiveness with superior frequency resolution offered in up to 48 channels.
SoundSmoothing Noise reduction algorithm that targets transient and impulse noises such as rustling paper or clanging dishes without affecting speech signals.
Directional Speech Analyzes different directivity patterns to allow for attenuation of unwanted speakers or noise by simultaneously integrating information from the
Enhancement directional microphone system and the digital noise reduction system.
Provides a state-of-the art solution for better listening comfort in windy situations. Streams clean signal from the side with less-intense wind noise to
eWindScreen binaural
the side with stronger wind noise.

Directionality
Utilizing a virtual 4-microphone network for single-microphone instruments, automatic & adaptive directional processing is enabled. True directional
Binaural OneMic
processing, which combined with the natural pinna effect, allows single-microphone instrument wearers to better focus on speech coming from the
directionality
front while suppressing sounds outside of the directional beam.
Utilizing a virtual 8-microphone network for dual-microphone instruments, the beam of the directional microphone narrows so not only is noise from
Narrow Directionality the back attenuated, noise from the side up to 45 degrees off-center is also be significantly reduced. Clinically proven better than normal hearing in
demanding environments.
Spatial SpeechFocus offers true directivity to the front, back, right, and left side when speech is detected. This means that regardless of where the
Spatial SpeechFocus speaker is located in relation to the wearer, Spatial SpeechFocus provides directionality towards the speaker and attenuates noise from the other
directions. In the Automatic Universal program, Spatial SpeechFocus is automatically activated when a Car situation is detected.

Unique primax features

Dedicated music programs that are uniquely designed to enrich the sound quality of music and to maximize the enjoyment of music, whether the
HD Music
wearer is listening to recorded music, attending a live concert, or making music.
Available in the Reverberant Room program, this feature reduces the effects of reverberation so that the sounds are clear and crisp again, reducing
EchoShield
listening effort for the wearer.
TwinPhone is the perfect solution for people who primarily hand-hold phones. This feature is automatically activated when a magnetic signal is
TwinPhone
detected. The acoustic phone signal is transferred to the contralateral aid via the wireless link.
Ideal for patients with unaidable hearing loss in one ear: primax CROS and BiCROS solutions are based on e2e wireless 3.0 with its industry
CROS / BiCROS benchmark for low energy consumption. A CROS Pure transmitter is worn behind the unaidable ear and the sound is sent wirelessly to the primax
hearing aid on the other side, thus allowing the wearer to hear sounds from both sides.

* Study conducted at the University of Northern Colorado, 2015, examined the effectiveness of the new features of primax by collecting and analyzing ongoing EEG data while subjects performed speech testing. For both primax features SpeechMaster and
EchoShield, the objective brain behavior measures revealed a significant reduction in listening effort when the feature was activated.
At-a-glance: technology
Performance level differentiation
touchControl App easyTek App
Features Performance levels

Audiology 7px 5px 3px

Discreet & easy adjustments Discreet & easy adjustments
Signal processing and Gain/MPO 48/20 32/16 24/12
Adjust Spatial Configurator Change programs
Hearing programs 6 6 6
Change programs Adjust volume
SpeechMaster
Adjust volume Mute hearing-instrument mics
HD Music 3 1 1
Mute hearing-instrument mics Adjust Spatial Configurator
TwinPhoneA Adjust SoundBalance control Adjust SoundBalance control
EchoShield - - Adjust Tinnitus Therapy Signal Adjust Tinnitus Therapy Signal
Wireless CROS/BiCROSA primax only features (V2.1 and higher): Select external sources
Directionality 48 32 24 QR Code setup View battery life of instruments /
Binaural OneMic directionalityB - - Battery status easyTek
Narrow directionalityA,C
Directional microphonesC Product portfolio: 7px, 5px, 3px
Spatial SpeechFocusA,C - -
SpeechFocusC -
TruEar
Frequency compression
Extended bandwidth - -
Feedback cancellation
eWindScreen binauralA,C -
eWindScreen 3 3 1
Noise reduction 48/5 32/5 24/3
Speech and noise management 7 5 3 Pure primax Ace primax Motion primax
SoundSmoothing 3 3 1
miniReceiver 2.0 (S/M/P/HP) miniReceiver (S/M/P/HP) Connexx ThinTube (125/53 dB)
Directional speech enhancementC 3 1 -
Size 312 battery Size 10A battery Earhook (130/60 dB)
Adaptive streaming volumeA - - Rechargeable No e2e wireless 3.0 Size 13 battery
SoundBrilliance A - Wireless connectivity IP67D Rechargeable (SX)
Sound equalizer 6 3 - Telecoil DAI via integrated audio shoe/
Fitting DAI compatibility via easyTek battery door (SA)
InSituGram IP67D IP67D
Learning/Data logging 6 3 1
Acclimatization manager

Tinnitus

Static therapy signal (5 presets) 20 16 12

Ocean wave therapy signal (4 presets)

IP67-rated D

BTE & RIC

A) Not for Ace primax. B) Only for hearing aids with one microphone each. C) Only Insio primax CROS Pure
for hearing aids with two microphones each. D) Achieved IP67 rating per IEC 60529
standard. Water-resistant device can be completely submerged in water up to 3 feet Wireless CIC The energy efficient wireless transmitter
for 30 minutes and dust will not interfere with the satisfactory operation of the device. IIC compatible with for CROS & BiCROS fittings. Compatible
= highest feature performance
touchControl App with any wireless primax instrument
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trademark of Apple Inc. Copyright 2016 Signia GmbH. All rights reserved. Matrix up to 124/65 dB including Pure, Motion & Insio.
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