I planned to buy above mentioned . It was 20 months in use and in good technical conditions. the only things I am afraid are accu capacity and the adjusting with my my newly, at aliexpress bought Noahlink wireless 2
Here my questions:
1.) How long can the accumulator stay in action and can it be replaced easily?
2.) i have the Phonak Target(v11….) working on my PC, the Noahlink I will receive in about 10 days to start. Is this Setup ok for adjusting the mentioned HA?
Hi there, not sure about your first question, but yes just target software and the Noahlink wireless programming device, do read the step by step guide before starting.
I have no idea what you call the accumulator. If you are talking about the rechargeable batteries: No, they are not user replaceable, they will have to be sent to Phonak (or maybe to an independent repair center) and you will have to pay for that (Phonak warranty cannot be transfered from one user to another)
Yes as mentioned above, do be careful buying rechargeable battery models, check if they have been replaced recently otherwise go for the older disposal battery models.
Thank You so much for help, sorry I am not nativ English speaker so I ment rechargeable battery with the word accumulator. So what is the expected lifecycle of this battery in daily use with an acceptable loss to at least 14h of working best regards from Austria!
Rechargeable batteries typically have a lifespan of around 4 to 5 years, depending on the number of charging cycles they undergo. However, after that period, you may notice a decrease in capacity, ranging from (maybe) 20% to 30%. This is essentially the same risk you face when purchasing a used smartphone (or buy anything used).
Like anytime you buy something used, it depends how much you are saving vs a new one. Add $700 ->$1000 for potential issues to the price you are paying and see if it is a good deal.
Here is the answer of the in my country. Its impossible to find someone to replace the rechargeable batterys and if You are in need of a repairing you wont find an official Service because due to law it is a medical device with a special regulation even is forbidden. This is the free world under the sign of the mafia
Buying a used hearing aid with the goal of adjusting it yourself is strongly discouraged for medical, technical, and financial reasons.
Even though the idea of saving money and having full control sounds tempting, this undertaking involves extremely high risks and hurdles for a Class IIa medical device.
The massive hurdles of private adjustment:
The hardware problem: You cannot simply program a hearing aid via Bluetooth or a USB cable connected to a PC. You need a special, expensive programming interface like Noahlink Wireless.
The software problem: The manufacturers’ professional fitting software (such as Phonak Target, Oticon Genie, or Signia Connexx) is not commercially available. It is distributed exclusively to certified hearing care professionals. Versions from dubious internet sources carry the risk of malware or malfunctions.
The medical risk (acoustic trauma): A hearing aid does not amplify sound linearly like headphones. It must be precisely adjusted to your personal (hearing curve). Without professional expertise, you risk over-amplification, which can lead to irreparable hearing damage and tinnitus.
The anatomy of the ear: A used in-the-ear () device will physically not fit into your ear at all, as it was custom-made for the previous owner. With behind-the-ear () devices, you will at least need a new, custom-made earmold, otherwise the sound will whistle out of the ear (feedback).
If you want to follow your response, your only choice is to buy a new one from an authorized partner, which is the opposite of what you were planning to do in your initial question. But if this is the case, why ask us?
Sorry I dont see a chance in my area to handle this. When there is no way to get any support from the distributor how can I handle the change of the batteries and other hardwar troubles
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