Cochlear Baha 5 SuperPower User manual

Cochlear™
Baha® 5 SuperPower Sound Processor
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User manual part A
Please seek advice from your health professional about treatments for hearing loss. Outcomes may vary, and your health professional
will advise you about the factors which could affect your outcome. Always follow the directions for use. Not all products are available in all
countries. Please contact your local Cochlear representative for product information. In Australia, Baha bone conduction implant systems
are intended for the treatment of moderate to profound hearing loss. For the Cochlear Baha System in Australia: This product is not
available for purchase by the general public. For information on funding and reimbursement please contact your healthcare professional.
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SE Cochlear Bone Anchored Solutions AB, Konstruktionsvägen 14, 435 33 Mölnlycke, Sweden. Tel:[phone]
AU Cochlear Ltd, (ABN 96 002 618 073), 1 University Avenue,
Macquarie University, NSW 2109 Australia. Tel:[phone]
US Cochlear Americas, 10350 Park Meadows Drive, Lone Tree,
CO 80124, USA. Tel:[phone]
CH Cochlear AG, Peter Merian-Weg 4, 4052 Basel,
Switzerland. Tel:[phone]
PA Cochlear Latinoamerica, S. A.,
International Business Park Building 3835, Office 403 Panama Pacifico,
Panama. Tel:[phone]
GB UK Responsible Person: Cochlear Europe Ltd,
6 Dashwood Lang Road, Bourne Business Park, Addlestone, Surrey,
KT15 2HJ, United Kingdom. Tel:[phone]
DE Cochlear Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG, Mailänder Straße 4a,
30539 Hannover, Germany. Tel:[phone]
BE Cochlear Benelux NV, Schaliënhoevedreef 20 I,
2800 Mechelen, Belgium. Tel:[phone]
FR Cochlear France S.A.S., 135 route de Saint Simon,
31035 Toulouse, France. Tel:[phone] (international),
Tel: [phone] (national)
IT Cochlear Italia s.r.l, Via Trattati Comunitari Europei
1957 2007 n.17, 40127 Bologna (BO) Italy. Tel:[phone]
TR Cochlear Tıbbi Cihazlar ve Sağlık
Hizmetleri Ltd. Sti., Küçükbakkalköy Mah, Defne Sok, Büyükhanlı
Plaza No:3 Kat:3 Daire: 9-10-11-12, 34750, Ataşehir, İstanbul,
Türkiye. Tel:[phone]
SE Cochlear Nordic AB, Konstruktionsvägen 14, 435 33 Mölnlycke,
Sweden. Tel:[phone]
CA Cochlear Canada Inc, 2500-120 Adelaide Street West, Toronto,
ON M5H 1T1, Canada. Tel:[phone]
JP Nihon Cochlear Co Ltd, Ochanomizu-Motomachi
Bldg 2-3-7 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo 113-0033,
Japan. Tel:[phone]
SG Cochlear Limited (Singapore Branch),
238A Thomson Road #25-06, Novena Square Office Tower A,
Singapore 307684, Singapore. Phone: [phone]
CN Cochlear Medical Device (Beijing) Co Ltd, Unit 2608-2617,
26th Floor, No.9 Building, No.91 Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District,
Beijing 100022, P.R. China. Tel:[phone]
HK Cochlear (HK) Ltd, Room 1404-1406, 14/F, Leighton Centre,
77 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong. Tel:[phone]
IN Cochlear Medical Device Company India PVT Ltd,
Platina Bldg, Ground Floor, Plot No. C 59, G Block, BKC, Bandra East,
Mumbai 400051 India. Tel:[phone]
CO Cochlear Colombia,
Avenida Carrera 9 #115-06 Of. 1201 Edificio Tierra Firme,
Bogota D.C., Colombia. Tel:[phone]
MX Cochlear México S.A. de C.V, Av. Tamaulipas 150 Torre A piso 9,
Col. Hipódromo Condesa, 06170 Cuauhtémoc, Ciudad de México,
México. Tel:[phone]
www.cochlear.com
Sound processor type designations for
models included in this User Manual are:
FCC ID: QZ3BAHA5SUP, IC: 8039C-BAHA5SUP, IC model:
Baha®5 SUP.
Statement:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from the one in which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
• Changes or modifications can void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
Intended use
The Cochlear™Baha®5 SuperPower uses bone conduction
to transmit sounds to the cochlea (inner ear). It is
indicated for people with conductive hearing loss, mixed
hearing loss and single sided sensorineural deafness (SSD).
Furthermore it is indicated for bilateral and paediatric
recipients. Fitting range up to 65 dB SNHL. It works by
combining a sound processor and a small titanium implant
that is placed in the skull behind the ear. The skull bone
integrates with the titanium implant through a process
called osseointegration. This allows sound to be conducted
via the skull bone directly to the cochlea, which improves
hearing performance. The sound processor can be used
together with the Baha Softband.
The fitting is to be done either at a hospital, by an
audiologist, or in some countries, by a hearing care
professional.
List of countries:
Not all products are available in all markets. Product
availability is subject to regulatory approval in the
respective markets.
The products are in compliance with the following
regulatory requirements:
• In EU: the device conforms to the Essential Requirements
according to Annex I of Council Directive 93/42/EEC for
medical devices (MDD) and essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU (RED).
The declaration of conformity may be consulted at www.
cochlear.com.
• Other identified applicable international regulatory
requirements in countries outside the EU and US. Please
refer to local country requirements for these areas.
• In Canada the sound processor is certified under the
following certification number: IC: 8039C-BAHA5SUP
and model no.: IC model: Baha®5 SUP.
• This device complies with Industry Canada licence-
exempt RSS standard(s).
• This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
• Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux
conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire
de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit
accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même
si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
Equipment includes RF transmitter
Note: The sound processor is suited for use
in a home healthcare environment. The home healthcare
environment includes locations such as homes, schools,
churches, restaurants, hotels, cars, and airplanes, where
equipment and systems are less likely to be administered
by healthcare professionals.

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Warnings
WARNING: People younger
than 18 should go to a doctor
before using this.
People younger than 18 years old need specialized
care, and using this without a medical evaluation
may worsen impairment or disability.
A hearing aid user who is younger than 18
should have a medical evaluation from a doctor,
preferably an ear-nose-throat doctor (an ENT).
Before using this, a doctor should determine that
the use of a hearing aid is appropriate.
WARNING to Hearing Aid
Dispensers:
You should advise a prospective hearing aid user
to consult promptly with a doctor, preferably an
ear specialist such as an ENT, before dispensing
a hearing aid if you determine through inquiry,
actual observation, or review of any other available
information concerning the prospective user,
that the prospective user has any of the following
conditions:
• Visible deformity of the ear, either congenital or
traumatic
• Fluid, pus, or blood coming out of the ear within
the previous 6 months
• Pain or discomfort in the ear
• History of excessive ear wax or suspicion that
something is in the ear canal
• Dizziness, either recent or long-standing
• Sudden, quickly worsening, or fluctuating
hearing loss within the previous 6 months
• Hearing loss or ringing (tinnitus) only in one ear
or a noticeable difference in hearing between
the ears
• Audiometric air-bone gap equal to or greater
than 15 dB at 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, and 2000 Hz
WARNING to Hearing Aid
Dispenser, Outputs over 132 dB SPL:
You should exercise special care in selecting and
fitting a hearing aid with a maximum output that
exceeds 132 dB SPL because it may impair the
remaining hearing of the hearing aid user.
WARNING
Contains small parts that may present a choking
hazard.
WARNING
Parents and carers are advised that unsupervised
use of long cables may present a risk of
strangulation.
WARNING
Only use rechargeable batteries and battery
chargers supplied or recommended by Cochlear.
Use of other batteries or battery chargers may
result in harm or injury.
Cautions
Caution: This is not hearing
protection.
You should remove this device if you experience
overly loud sounds, whether short or long-lasting.
If you’re in a loud place, you should use the right
kind of hearing protection instead of wearing this
device. In general, if you would use ear plugs in a
loud place, you should remove this device and use
ear plugs.
Caution: The sound output should
not be uncomfortable or painful.
You should turn down the volume or remove the
device if the sound output is uncomfortably loud
or painful. If you consistently need to turn the
volume down, you may need to further adjust your
device.

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Caution: You might need medical
help if a piece gets stuck in your ear.
If any part of your hearing aid, like the eartip, gets
stuck in your ear, and you can’t easily remove it
with your fingers, get medical help as soon as you
can. You should not try to use tweezers or cotton
swabs because they can push the part farther
into your ear, injuring your eardrum or ear canal,
possibly seriously.
Notes
Note: What you might expect when
you start using a hearing aid.
A hearing aid can benefit many people with
hearing loss. However, you should know it will
not restore normal hearing, and you may still
have some difficulty hearing over noise. Further, a
hearing aid will not prevent or improve a medical
condition that causes hearing loss.
People who start using hearing aids sometimes
need a few weeks to get used to them. Similarly,
many people find that training or counseling can
help them get more out of their devices.
If you have hearing loss in both ears, you might get
more out of using hearing aids in both, especially
in situations that make you tired from listening –
for example, noisy environments.
Note: Tell FDA about injuries,
malfunctions, or other adverse
events.
To report a problem involving your hearing aid,
you should submit information to FDA as soon
as possible after the problem. FDA calls them
“adverse events”, and they might include: skin
irritation in your ear, injury from the device (like
cuts or scratches, or burns from an overheated
battery), pieces of the device getting stuck in your
ear, suddenly worsening hearing loss from using
the device, etc.
Instructions for reporting are available at https://
www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch, or call 1-800-
FDA-1088. You can also download a form to email
to FDA.
Note: Hearing loss in people
younger than 18.
• People younger than 18 should see a doctor
first, preferably an ear-nose-throat doctor (an
ENT), because they may have different needs
than adults.
• The doctor will identify and treat medical
conditions as appropriate.
• The doctor may refer the person to an
audiologist for a separate test, a hearing aid
evaluation.
• The hearing aid evaluation will help the
audiologist select and fit the appropriate
hearing aid.
A person who is younger than 18 years old with
hearing loss should have a medical evaluation
by a doctor, preferably an ENT, before buying a
hearing aid. The purpose of a medical evaluation is
to identify and treat medical conditions that may
affect hearing but that a hearing aid won’t treat
on its own.
Following the medical evaluation and if
appropriate, the doctor will provide a written
statement that the hearing loss has been
medically evaluated and the person is a candidate
for a hearing aid. The doctor may refer the person
to an audiologist for a hearing aid evaluation,
which is different from the medical evaluation and
is intended to identify the appropriate hearing aid.
The audiologist will conduct a hearing aid
evaluation to assess the person’s ability to hear
with and without a hearing aid. This will enable
the audiologist to select and fit a hearing aid for
the person’s individual needs. An audiologist can
also provide evaluation and rehabilitation since,
for people younger than 18, hearing loss may
cause problems in language development and
educational and social growth. An audiologist is
qualified by training and experience to assist in
the evaluation and rehabilitation of hearing loss in
people younger than 18.

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Baha Global Limited Warranty card” and
the “Addendum to Warranty Card” for
more details.
Contacting Customer Service
We strive to provide you with the best possible
products and services. Your views and experiences
with our products and services are important to
us. If you have any comments you would like to
share, please contact us.
Customer Service – Cochlear Americas
10350 Park Meadows Drive, Lone Tree,
CO 80124, USA
Toll free (North America) 1 800 523 5798
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Customer Service – Cochlear Europe
6 Dashwood Lang Road, Bourne Business Park,
Addlestone, Surrey KT15 2HJ, United Kingdom
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Customer Service – Cochlear Asia Pacific
1 University Avenue, Macquarie University,
NSW 2109, Australia
Toll free (Australia) 1800 620 929
Toll free (New Zealand) 0800 444 819
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone]
or Toll free Fax [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Key to device See figure 1
1. Sound Processing unit
2. Actuator unit
3. Cable
4. Microphones
5. Battery
6. Ear hook
7. Plastic snap connector
8. Buttons
9. Visual indicator
Note on figures: The figures included on the
cover correspond to information specific to this
model of sound processor. Please reference the
appropriate figure when reading. The images
shown are not to scale.
Introduction
To ensure optimal performance, your hearing
care professional will fit the processor to suit
your needs. Be sure to discuss any questions
or concerns that you may have regarding your
hearing or use of this system with your hearing
care professional.
Warranty
The warranty does not cover defects or
damage arising from, associated with, or
related to the use of this product with any
non-Cochlear processing unit and/or any
non-Cochlear implant. See the “Cochlear
Welcome
Congratulations on your choice of the Cochlear™ Baha® 5 SuperPower Sound Processor.
You are now ready to use Cochlear’s highly advanced bone conduction sound processor,
featuring sophisticated signal processing and wireless technology.
This manual is full of tips and advice on how to best use and care for your Baha sound
processor. By reading this manual and then keeping it handy for future reference, you
will ensure that you get the most benefit out of your Baha sound processor.

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“Consult instructions for use”
or “Operating instructions” Bluetooth®
“Caution” or “Caution, consult
accompanying documents” Manufacturer
Audible signal Catalogue number
2797
CE mark and Notified Body
number Date of manufacture
By prescription Temperature limitation
Interference risk Humidity limitation
Batch Code Recyclable material
Serial Number Waste of Electrical and
Electronic Equipment
Refer to instructions/booklet
Note: Symbol is blue
Radio compliance
certification for Korea
ACMA (Australian
Communications and Media
Authority) compliant
Radio compliance
certification for Japan
Made for iPod, iPhone, iPad
Key to symbols
The following symbols will be used throughout this document. Please refer to the list below for
explanations:

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Using your sound processor
The buttons on your sound processor let you
adjust your volume level, choose from your
pre-set programs, and enable/disable wireless
streaming. You can choose to enable the audible
and visual indicators to alert you of changes to the
settings and processor status.
Your sound processor is programmed to be
used as either a left or right-sided device. Your
hearing care professional will have marked your
processor(s) with a L or R indicator. If you are a
bilateral user, changes you make to one device will
automatically apply to the second device.
On/off See figure 2
1Turn on your sound processor by connecting
the battery module.
2Turn off your sound processor by
disconnecting the battery.
When your sound processor is turned off and
then back on again, it will return to the default
setting (program one).
Status indicator See figure 3
Your sound processor is equipped with audible and
visual indicators. For an overview of the audible
and visual indicators, refer to the table at the back
of this section.
Your hearing care professional can disable the
audible and/or visual indicators if you prefer.
Change program See figure 4
Together with your hearing care professional you
will have selected up to four pre-set programs for
your sound processor:
Program 1:
Program 2:
Program 3:
Program 4:
These programs are suitable for different listening
environments. Ask your hearing care professional
to fill in your specific programs.
To switch programs, press and hold the upper
button on your sound processor. If enabled,
audible and visual indicators will let you know
which program you are using:
Program 1: 1 beep and 1 flash
Program 2: 2 beeps and 2 flashes
Program 3: 3 beeps and 3 flashes
Program 4: 4 beeps and 4 flashes
Adjust volume
See figure 5
1Press and release the upper button to increase
volume.
2Press and release the lower button to decrease
volume.
You can adjust the volume level with the
optional Cochlear Baha Remote Control, the
Cochlear Wireless Phone Clip or an iPhone,
iPad or iPod touch (see Made for iPhone
section).
Wireless accessories
You can use Cochlear Wireless accessories to
enhance your listening experience. The Cochlear
True Wireless devices includes the Cochlear
Wireless TV Streamer, the Cochlear Wireless Mini
Microphone 2+, the Cochlear Wireless Phone
Clip and the Cochlear Baha Remote Control 2.
Ask your hearing care professional to learn more
about your options or visit www.cochlear.com.
To activate wireless audio streaming, press
and hold the lower button until you hear a
melody. See figure 6
To end wireless audio streaming, press and
hold the upper button. The sound processor will
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Flight mode See figure 8
When boarding a flight, wireless functionality
must be deactivated because radio signals may
not be transmitted during flights. To disable
wireless operation:
12Turn off the sound processor by
disconnecting the battery.
3Press and hold the lower button and connect
the battery at the same time.
To deactivate flight mode, turn the sound
processor off and back on again by disconnecting
and connecting the battery.
Made for iPhone MFi
Your sound processor is a Made for iPhone (MFi)
hearing device. This allows you to control your
sound processor and stream audio directly from
iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. For full compatibility
details and more information visit
www.cochlear.com.
Talk on the phone See figure 7
For best results, use a Cochlear Wireless Phone
Clip or stream the conversation directly from
your iPhone. When using a normal handheld
phone, place the receiver near the microphone
inlet of your sound processor instead of near
your ear. Ensure the receiver does not touch the
sound processor as this may result in feedback.
Batteries
There are two different batteries for the Baha 5
SuperPower: the Standard Rechargeable Battery
Module and the Compact Rechargeable Battery
Module. Ask your hearing care professional for
more information about the choice of battery.
Battery life
Batteries should be replaced as needed just as you
would with any other electronic device. Battery life
varies according to the programs used each day,
the sound environment use of wireless accessories,
and the size of battery.
The rechargeable battery’s lifespan is at least 365
charge cycles. A completely empty rechargeable
battery will take approximately four hours to
recharge.
Rechargeable batteries may take longer to fully
recharge with age. To get the longest life from the
rechargeable batteries, always recharge before use.
When there is approximately one hour of battery
power remaining, you will hear an audio indicator
comprising of two sets of four short beeps, and
the visual indicator will flash repeatedly. At this
time you may experience low amplification. If
the battery runs down completely, the sound
processor will beep and then stop working.
The average battery lifetime is typically 13-32
hours, depending on size of battery, streaming,
sound environment and gain settings.

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Charge battery modules See figure 10
1Angle and fit the rechargeable battery module
into a socket on the Cochlear Nucleus®
Battery Charger.
2Twist clockwise to connect.
3Connect the battery charger to the power
adaptor and plug into mains power.
Replace the battery
Remove the battery See figure 2
Twist the battery module to remove it from the
processing unit.
Attach the battery See figure 2
Align the battery module to the processor socket
to fit the parts together. Twist the battery module
as shown to attach the parts. The processor will
turn on automatically.
Lock/Unlock the battery (tamper-proof)
See figure 9
1To increase tamper resistance, push the lock to
the far left with your battery cover locking tool
to lock the battery module.
2Push the lock to the far right to unlock the
battery module.
Main power light What it means
Steady green
Battery charger power is on.
Does not light up Power adaptor is not plugged in or mains power is not available (or, if
switched, is not turned on).
Battery socket light What it means
Steady orange
Battery module is charging.
Steady green
Battery module is fully charged.
Flashing orange
There is a problem with the battery module. Try a different socket.
Replace the rechargeable battery module.
Does not light up Battery module is not properly placed, is over-discharged or there is
no power. Check the battery charger is powered on and reconnect the
battery charger. If it still does not light up, replace the battery module.

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Care for your battery charger
Every day
Check that your battery charger is clean. If you
notice any dust or dirt:
1Unplug the power adaptor and remove any
battery modules.
2Hold the battery charger upside down and tap
it gently to remove any dirt from the battery
charger sockets. Carefully blowing on the
battery charger sockets may also help remove
dirt.
3Wipe the battery charger sockets with a soft
dry cloth.
Cycle batteries in different sockets when
recharging to wear the sockets evenly.
If it gets wet
If the battery charger ever gets splashed with
liquid, carefully shake out the liquid and dry the
battery charger for 24 hours. Do not use the
battery charger until it is dry.
Using Share the Experience
See figure 12
Family members and friends can “share the
experience” of bone conduction hearing. The test
rod can be used by others to hear with the sound
processor.
To use the test rod
1Turn on your sound processor and snap the
Actuator unit onto the test rod using the tilt
technique.
2Place the Sound Processing unit on the ear.
Hold the rod against the skull bone behind an
ear. Plug both ears and listen.
Wear an Earhook+ or Earhook 2+
The Earhook+ or Earhook 2+ is used when wearing
the sound processor in the under-the-ear (UTE)
position. Both are available in different sizes.
Earhook+ is available in different colours and
Earhook 2+ is transparent.
Attach an Earhook+ See figure 13
1Press firmly on the top of the Earhook with
your thumb to click it off the sound processor.
2Click the Earhook+ into place.
3Attach and adjust the silicone band to ensure
the Earhook+ sits securely.
4Carefully bend the upper part into shape to suit
your ear.
Remove an Earhook+
Remove your Earhook+ by clicking it off the
processor and removing the silicone band.
Attach an Earhook 2+ See figure 14
1Press firmly on the top of the Earhook with
your thumb to click it off the sound processor.
2Slide the Earhook 2+ into place.
3Make sure that your sound processor is
thoroughly seated within the Earhook 2+.
Remove an Earhook 2+
Remove your Earhook 2+ by sliding the sound
processor out of the Earhook 2+.
Wear a Snugfit
The Snugfit holds your sound processor more
securely in place than an earhook alone. It gives
carers easy access to controls and accessories and
is available in large, medium and tamper resistant
(small).
Attach a Snugfit See figure 15
1Press firmly on the top of the earhook with
your thumb to click it off the sound processor.
2Click your Snugfit into place.
3Carefully bend the lower part into shape to suit
your ear.
Remove a Snugfit
4Remove your Snugfit by clicking it off the
processor.

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Replace microphone protectors
See figure 18
Replace your microphone protectors every three
months, whenever they look dirty or whenever
you notice any loss in sound quality. Always
replace both microphone protectors at the same
time.
Remove microphone protectors
1Remove the protective cap from the
Microphone Protector Removal Tool.
2Push the tip of the tool into the middle of the
microphone protector.
3Turn the tool 90° clockwise.
4Lift out the microphone protector and discard.
Repeat steps 2 to 4 to remove the other
microphone protector.
Insert new microphone protectors
See figure 19
1Pull the Microphone Protector Applicator out
of its sleeve.
2With the microphone protectors facing the
processor, gently push the slotted end of the
applicator under the coil cable plug.
3Lay the applicator over the processor,
aligning the microphone protectors with the
microphones.
4Press the microphone protectors all the way
into the microphone holes one at a time.
5Remove the applicator carefully, peeling it
upwards from the earhook end.
Wear a Mic Lock See figure 16
The Mic Lock helps hold the processor securely on
the ear.
To attach the Mic Lock the first time
1Push the Mic Lock band onto the processor
with the tubing facing forward.
2Place the processor on your ear and bring the
tubing up to the earhook.
3Trim the tubing to a length that will hold the
processor firmly in place without discomfort.
Do not cut it too short.
4Soften the end of the tubing in warm water
and push it onto the tip of your earhook.
5Let the tubing cool before wearing.
Attach and remove processor
covers See figure 17
1To attach, slide the cover onto the processor.
2To remove, pull the cover away from the
processor.
Note: Snugfit, Mic Lock, and Processor covers
are available as accessories. For more information,
ask your hearing care professional or visit
www.cochlear.com

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Change the Earhook See figure 20
Earhooks come in large, medium and small
sizes. The smallest earhook can be made tamper
resistant.
1Press firmly on the top of the Earhook
with your thumb and click it off the sound
processor.
2Click the Earhook into place.
Note: Remove your Earhook only when necessary
– it may become loose if it is removed too often.
Assemble and change cables
See figure 21
Changing the cable is something you should
only have to do occasionally. Using the correct
method reduces the risk of accidentally damaging
the cable and the cable sockets in the Sound
Processing unit and the Actuator unit.
Remember to leave the Actuator unit connected
when storing the sound processor in the Dry &
Store unit overnight.
1Hold the cable by the grips and firmly pull
it straight out of the socket on the Sound
Processing unit. Do not twist.
2Hold the base of the plug and firmly pull the
cable.
3To attach a new cable, push the cable plug into
the Actuator unit until it clicks into place.
4Push the cable into the cable socket on the
Sound Processing unit until it clicks into place.
General processor care
Your Baha sound processor is a delicate electronic
device. Follow these guidelines to keep it in proper
working order:
• When not in use, turn off your sound processor
and store it free from dust and dirt.
• If you will not be using your sound processor
for a long period, remove the battery. Remove
your sound processor before applying hair
conditioners, mosquito repellent and or similar
products.
Water, sand and dirt See figure 11
Your sound processor is resistant to water, sand
and dust. However, it is still a precision electronic
device so the following precautions should be
taken.
1If your processor ever gets wet, dry it with a
soft cloth, change the microphone protectors
and place it in the dry aid kit for eight hours.
2If sand or dirt ever enter the processor, shake
the components carefully to remove it and
change the microphone protectors.

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Warnings
General advice
A sound processor will not restore normal
hearing and will not prevent or improve a hearing
impairment resulting from organic conditions.
• Infrequent use of a sound processor may not
enable a user to attain full benefit from it.
• The use of a sound processor is only part of
hearing rehabilitation and may need to be
supplemented by auditory and lip reading
training.
• The patient is an intended operator of the
device.
• The Model reference is Baha 5 SuperPower
Sound Processor.
Warnings
• The sound processor is a digital, electrical,
medical instrument designed for specific use. As
such, due care and attention must be exercised
by the user at all times.
• The sound processor is not waterproof!
• Never wear it in heavy rain, in the bath or
shower!
• Do not expose the sound processor to extreme
temperatures. It is designed to operate within
the temperature ranges +5 °C
(+41 °F) to +40 °C (+104 °F). The
processor should not be subjected,
at any time, to temperatures
below -10 °C (+14 °F) or above
+55 °C (+131 °F).
• Contains small parts that may
present a choking hazard.
• This product is not suitable for use in flammable
and/or explosive environments.
• The sound processor and other external
accessories should never be brought into a
room with an MRI machine, as damage to the
sound processor or the MRI equipment could
occur.
• The sound processor must be removed before
entering a room where an MRI scanner is
located.
• If you are to undergo an MRI (Magnetic
Resonance Imaging) procedure, refer to the MRI
Reference Card included in the document pack.
• Portable and mobile RF (radio frequency)
communications equipment can affect the
performance of your sound processor.
• The sound processor is suitable for use in
electromagnetic environments with mains
power of typical commercial or hospital quality,
and power frequency magnetic fields of typical
commercial or hospital levels. It is intended for
use in an electromagnetic environment in which
radiated RF (radio frequency) disturbances are
controlled.
• The Baha 5 SuperPower sound processor is not
intended to output heat or radiation, and the
Baha 5 SuperPower sound processor does not
produce unwanted outputs of electronic or
magnetic field.
• Interference may occur in the
vicinity of equipment with the
symbol to the right.
• Dispose of batteries and
electronic items in accordance
with your local regulations.
• Discard your device as electronic waste
according to local regulations.
• When the wireless function is activated, the
sound processor uses low-powered digitally
coded transmissions in order to communicate
with other wireless devices. Although unlikely,
nearby electronic devices may be affected. In
that case, move the sound processor away from
the affected electronic device.
• When using wireless functionality and the
sound processor is affected by electromagnetic
interference, move away from the source of this
interference.
• Be sure to deactivate wireless functionality
when boarding flights.
• Turn off your wireless functionality by using
the flight mode in areas where radio frequency
emission is prohibited.
-10 °C
(+14 °F)
+55 °C
(+131 °F)

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• Cochlear Baha wireless devices include an
RF transmitter that operates in the range of
2.4 GHz–2.48 GHz.
• For wireless functionality, only use Cochlear
Wireless accessories. For further guidance
regarding e.g. pairing, please refer to the
user guide of the relevant Cochlear Wireless
accessory.
• No modification of this equipment is allowed.
• Parents and carers are advised that
unsupervised use of long cables may present a
risk of strangulation.
• Do not let your processor or parts entangle
with any jewellery (e.g. earhook and earrings) or
machinery.
• Do not attach or wear a body-worn battery
configuration beneath layers of clothing in
direct contact with the skin (e.g. in pocket or
under a child’s vest).
• Make sure all cables used by a child are securely
attached to their clothing.
• Do not use a dry aid kit that has an Ultra Violet
C (UVC) lamp.
• The microphone protector removal tool is a
sharp object. It is not recommended for use by
children.
• The tamper resistant earhook fitting tool and
fitting pin are sharp objects. They are not
recommended for use by children.
• Charge rechargeable batteries before use.
• Do not allow children to replace batteries
without adult supervision.
• Do not touch the battery charger contacts
or allow children to use the battery charger
without adult supervision.
• Do not short-circuit batteries (e.g. do not let
terminals of batteries contact each other, do
not place batteries loose in pockets, etc.).
• Store unused batteries in original packaging, in
a clean and dry place. When processor is not in
use, remove the batteries and store separately
in a clean and dry place. Wipe batteries with a
clean dry cloth if they become dirty.
• Battery life means the time a device will run
before the rechargeable batteries must be
recharged.
• Battery charge cycle is a full charge and
discharge of the rechargeable battery.
• Battery lifespan means the total number of
charge cycles a rechargeable battery will last
before the battery life degrades to 80% of its
original fullycharged capacity.
• Use only Baha 5 SuperPower Actuator units. Do
not connect the sound processor to any other
type of stimulating equipment such as Cochlear
Implant coils.
• Portable RF communications equipment
(including peripherals such as antenna cables
and external antennas) should be used no closer
than 30 cm (12 in.) to any part of your Baha 5
SuperPower, including cables specified by the
manufacturer. Otherwise, degradation of the
performance of this equipment could result.
• Use of accessories, transducers and cables other
than those specified or provided by Cochlear
could result in increased electromagnetic
emissions or decreased electromagnetic
immunity of this equipment and result in
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CT scanners and diathermy systems
Potential disruption might occur due to
electromagnetic emissions, if you are to undergo
a CT scan (computed tomography) or have surgery
where diathermy is used. If this occurs, you should
turn off the sound processor.
Theft and metal detection systems and
Radio Frequency ID (RFID) systems:
Devices such as airport metal detectors,
commercial theft detection systems, and RFID
scanners may produce strong electromagnetic
fields. Some Baha users may experience a
distorted sound sensation when passing through
or near one of these devices. If this occurs, you
should turn off the sound processor when in the
vicinity of one of these devices. The materials
used in the sound processor may activate metal
detection systems. For this reason, you should
carry the Security Control MRI Information Card
with you at all times.
Electrostatic discharge
A discharge of static electricity can damage the
electrical components of the sound processor
or corrupt the program in the sound processor.
If static electricity is present (e.g. when putting
on or removing clothes over the head or getting
out of a vehicle), you should touch something
conductive (e.g. a metal door handle) before your
sound processor contacts any object or person.
Prior to engaging in activities that create extreme
electrostatic discharge, such as playing on plastic
slides, the sound processor should be removed.
If disruptions keep occurring, please contact your
clinician to resolve the issue.

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Functions and audible/visible indicators
Function On the device Audible indicator Visible indicator
Turn ON Connect battery
10 beeps Steady light for 10 seconds
Turn OFF Disconnect battery None None
Change program Press and hold upper
button
1 beep for program 1
2 beeps for program 2 etc
1 flash for program 1
2 flashes for program 2 etc
Change Volume Press and release upper/
lower button to increase/
decrease volume
1 beep indicates volume
increase/decrease
1 flash indicates volume
increase/decrease
Low battery warning
4 beeps 2 times Rapid flashes
When using Cochlear Wireless Accessory or MFi
Change volume With Cochlear Baha
Remote Control,
Cochlear Wireless Phone
Clip or with an iPhone
1 beep indicates volume
increase/decrease
1 short flash indicates
volume increase/decrease
Volume limit reached
1 long beep 1 long flash
Enable wireless
audio streaming
Press and hold lower
button
5 beeps (melody in upward
scale)
1 long flash, followed by 1,
2 or 3 short flashes
Disable wireless
audio streaming
Press and hold upper
button
1 beep for program 1
2 beeps for program 2 etc
1, 2 or 3 short flashes
Pairing confirmation
6 beeps followed by a ripple
tone (melody in upward scale)
None
Toggle between
wireless accessories
Long press lower button
5 beeps (melody in upward
scale)
Long flash, followed by
one short flash
Turn ON flight mode Insert battery and hold
lower button
10 x dual beeps
4 x dual flashes
Mute Mute button on Wireless
Accessory or with an
iPhone
1 long beep 1 long flash
Note: Your hearing care professional may have disabled some or all of the audible and/or visible indicators.

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Performance characteristics
General
Processing delay 4.5 ms
Measurements according to IEC60118-9 2019 2nd Ed. (conforms to ANSI S3.22-2014 (R2020))
OVFL90 frequency response Max 133 dB OVFL
HFA 124 dB OVFL
AMSL frequency response Max 61 dB
HFA 58 dB
RTAMSL148 dB
Frequency range 250-7100 Hz
Equivalent input noise117 dB SPL
Battery current1(65 dB Input SPL at 1kHz) 3.5 mA
Total Harmonic Distortion1
70 dB SPL at 500 Hz 1%
70 dB SPL at 800 Hz 0.5%
65 dB at 1600 Hz 0.5%
65 dB at 3200 Hz 0.5%
Measurements according to IEC60118-0 2022 4th Ed. (conforms to ANSI S3.22-2014 (R2020))
AGC characteristics1 2 Attack time 3 ms
Release time 60 ms
AMSL = Full-on acousto-mechanical sensitivity level re. 1
µN/20 µPa
HFA = High frequency average (average at 1000 Hz, 1600
Hz and 2500 Hz)
OVFL = Output vibratory force level re. 1 µN
RTAMSL = Reference test acousto-mechanical sensitivity
level re. 1 µN/20 µPa
RTS = Reference test setting of the gain control
SPL = Sound pressure level re. 20 µPa
1Performed with RTS according to IEC60118-9:2019
2nd Ed. The RTS is set to full-on-gain minus 10 dB and
expansion active.
2Measured at 2 kHz with maximum compression ratio
(CR)

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80
90
100
110
120
130
140
Frequency [Hz]
Output vibratory force level [dB re. 1µN]
10000
1000
100
Output vibratory force level frequency responses
OVFL 90
OVFL 601
Typical output vibratory force level frequency response
(Measured on skull simulator)
Figure 1: OVFL90 and OVFL601frequency response curves for Baha 5 SuperPower
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
Frequency [Hz]
AMSL [dB re. 1 μN / 20 μPa]
100
1000
10000
Acousto-mechanical sensitivity level frequency response
AMSL
Typical AMSL (Full-on acousto-mechanical sensitivity level
frequency response) (Measured on skull simulator)
Figure 2: AMSL (Full-on acousto-mechanical sensitivity level frequency response)
curve for Baha 5 SuperPower
1Measured with reference test setting of the gain control (RTS) according to IEC60118-9:2019
2nd Ed. The RTS is set to full-on-gain minus 10 dB and expansion active.

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Typical steady state input-output characteristics
Input SPL [dB rel. 20µPa]
Output vibratory force level [dB rel. 1µN]
40
50
60
70
80
90
70
80
90
100
110
120
130
AGC min1
AGC max2
Figure 3: Input-Output characteristics for Baha 5 SuperPower
Typical steady state input-output characteristics
Service and repair
If your sound processor needs service repair, please
contact your clinic. Contact details, including an address
can be found on the back cover of this manual.
Clinical and non-clinical performance
Performance testing was conducted to compare the Baha
5 SuperPower Sound Processor with the predicate implant
/ abutment systems. Substantial equivalence to the
predicate device was accomplished through environmental
testing, reliability and durability testing, electrical
interface testing, and functional and performance testing.
The results demonstrated the Baha 5 SuperPower Sound
Processor is functionally equivalent to the predicate
devices.
1Measured with reference test setting of the gain control (RTS) according to IEC60118-9:2019
2nd Ed. The RTS is set to full-on-gain minus 10 dB and expansion active.
2Measured at 2 kHz with maximum compression ratio and with reference test setting of the gain
control (RTS) according to IEC60118-9:2019 2nd Ed. The RTS is set to full-on-gain minus 10 dB
and expansion active.

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