Just Put It On and Go

The OPUS 1 system is built for today’s busy lifestyles, providing functional technology that delivers true convenience and peace of mind. With the MED-EL system, cochlear implant users can simply put the OPUS 1 in place and continue their day-to-day life.

Long Battery Life
MED-EL’s patented power-efficient technology is designed to deliver the longest battery life of any speech processor on the market, without sacrificing system performance (mapping levels, stimulation rate, sound coding strategy, etc.). Most patients receive 3-5 days of use on a single set of batteries. And, with a variety of battery pack options available, OPUS 1 users can purchase disposable or rechargeable batteries wherever batteries are sold.

Water protection of MED-EL speech processors
To minimize the effects of moisture on electronic components, the circuit boards used in MED-EL speech processors are uniquely coated to effectively shield the electronic components. Additionally, MED-EL employs connectors that are treated with specially developed water repellent lubricants. The optimized device housing is designed to act as a barrier to fluids and water vapour but is not hermetically sealed – this prevents corrosion much more effectively, as it allows any internal moisture to dry out rather than remain trapped inside.

These measures represent the most effective solution available today for protection of speech processors from moisture related damage.

SoundGuard™
The OPUS 1 continuously monitors its programmed maps for data inconsistencies, such as those that can result from ESD or static electricity. If a problem is detected, the SoundGuard feature stops stimulation and the Status Light flashes. In most cases, all mapping data can be restored by turning the system off and then on again, thus eliminating the need to visit an audiologist to reload the maps.

Status Light
The OPUS 1 offers a built-in Status Light that will blink when the processor needs special attention. Various blinking patterns indicate the type of attention that may be required (i.e, needs new batteries). This feature, along with the Speech Processor Test Device, helps patients, parents, therapists and teachers verify that the OPUS 1 is functioning correctly.

Exceptional Comfort and Control
The OPUS 1 system is designed to be so easy to wear that users may forget it’s there.

	The flexible coil cable isn’t bulky or stiff, so it moves easily.
	The earhooks come in a range of sizes that can be molded with heat to provide a custom fit.
	The OPUS 1 also provides separate controls for volume and sensitivity settings, so users don’t have to choose between the two.
	The system can store up to nine different maps, enabling the user to customize the OPUS 1 for any purpose and environment.
	The omni-directional microphone picks up sound from any direction, just like the normal-hearing ear.