Ask Linn: Tips for iPod and MP3

There are a variety of ways for Nucleus recipients to listen to tunes!

Tips for SPrint and Spectra Bodyworn:

The Personal Audio Cable is specially designed for battery operated audio components equipped with a headphone jack.

Before connecting the Personal Audio Cable to the processor, turn the processor off.  Insert the end of the Personal Audio Cable marked “Walk1” into the player’s headphone jack.  The other end of the cable marked “Cochlear” is inserted into the accessory port on the processor.  Turn the processor on and adjust the volume on the audio component and on the processor, if desired.

Learn about connecting accessories to Sprint and Spectra

The following accessories may also be used:

• Headphones

Need help?   See our tips for developing music listening skills

Headphones – Closed headphones have a concave earpiece that can completely cover the sound processor.  Those with a cushioned cuff around the earpiece provide comfort and reduce background noise. Here is an example of “closed” headphones