EP1973377B1 - Method for operating a hearing device during start-up - Google Patents

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EP1973377B1
EP1973377B1 EP08102492A EP08102492A EP1973377B1 EP 1973377 B1 EP1973377 B1 EP 1973377B1 EP 08102492 A EP08102492 A EP 08102492A EP 08102492 A EP08102492 A EP 08102492A EP 1973377 B1 EP1973377 B1 EP 1973377B1
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    • H04R—LOUDSPEAKERS, MICROPHONES, GRAMOPHONE PICK-UPS OR LIKE ACOUSTIC ELECTROMECHANICAL TRANSDUCERS; DEAF-AID SETS; PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEMS
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  • Hearing aid switches are typically designed to be operated behind the ear prior to the application of a behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aid or insertion of an in-the-ear hearing aid (Hearing Aid) into the ear , The device is thus already active during this phase of handling.
  • BTE behind-the-ear
  • Hearing Aid in-the-ear hearing aid
  • the on-off switch attached to the hearing aid is often designed as a battery-compartment switch, i.
  • the device is switched off by partially opening the battery compartment and switched on by closing the battery compartment.
  • WO 02 13576 A1 is a hearing aid with a switch-on delay known. During the switch-on time, no signals are received from the microphone to the listener. This ensures that a user has enough time to correctly place the hearing aid in the ear before it sends out sound signals.
  • the figure shows the functional structure of a hearing aid together with an operating control device BEC according to the invention.
  • The. Structure represents the following elements of a hearing aid.
  • a microphone MIC a signal processing device SIGV, a signal output SP (electroacoustic transducer), a power ON, a power ONC, a control BE and a control device BEC control of controls.
  • Operating elements BE of a hearing device can be implemented in a variety of ways, eg as a pushbutton, as a rotary wheel (with or without stop), as a pushbutton, as a two-stage or multi-stage toggle or rotary switch, as a slide switch or as a combined rotary-push switch, similar to a "mouse wheel” in the computer field.
  • “touchpads” or similar elements, such as the Apple I-Pod known, are conceivable.
  • the ONC control device and the BEC control device for controlling operating elements are elements which can be implemented both in terms of hardware in the form of electronic circuits and purely in terms of software in a microprocessor.
  • a separate delay of the release of the user-controlled controls BE attached to the hearing device is carried out (hereinafter this delay is also referred to as release delay).
  • this delay is also referred to as release delay).
  • the duration (time span) of said release delay is preferably adjustable and is preferably chosen to be longer than the duration of the switch-on delay.
  • the release delay is also preferably realized switched off.
  • the signal output SP depends on a possibly existing switch-on delay, from which the enable delay is realized independently.
  • the periods for the new delay of release of the controls are ranges between 10 seconds and 2 minutes.
  • a short beep may be used (eg "Volume default" or the beep corresponding to the current program).
  • remote control can also be provided to switch them by means of battery switch only in standby mode and then by remote control in one or two steps to enable the gain and allow the release of the user-controlled controls (user controls).
  • the device BEC for controlling operating elements can be designed so that a user-controlled operating element (eg program switch) is released immediately after a long press or multiple actuation in a defined time interval ("double click") or an actuation of the volume control beyond a certain control range , This allows a user to bypass a set delay and immediately make a setting.
  • Long press is also an automatic behavior if the hearing aid does not seem to work for the user because the user has forgotten that the programmer or volume control will take some time to become active.
  • Such a mechanism can also be used in conjunction with the current switch-on delay to make the hearing aid immediately ready for use.
  • delayed activation of the user-controlled controls separated from a possible switch-on delay, i. a delay in the activation of the gain and / or signal output, the unintentional adjustment of controls during the insertion of the hearing aid is prevented.
  • Control tones or the possibilities of immediate activation increase the benefit and comfort of the hearing aid.

Abstract

The hearing aid has an operation controlling device (BEC), which accomplishes a separate delay of the release of a user controlled operating element (BE), which is attached to a hearing aid, in addition to a possible switching delay. A time period of the separate delay is adjustable, where the time period of the separate time delay is longer than a time period of the switching delay. The hearing aid provides a short audio signal, when the separate delay is lapsed. An independent claim is also included for a method for operating a hearing aid.

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Problem, das der Erfindung zugrunde liegtProblem underlying the invention

Einschalter von Hörgeräten sind in der Regel so konzipiert, dass diese vor dem Anlegen eines Hinter-dem-Ohr Hörgeräts (HdO-Hörgeräts) hinter das Ohr bzw. Einsetzen eines In-dem-Ohr Hörgeräts (IdO-Hörgeräts) in das Ohr betätigt werden. Das Gerät ist somit während dieser Phase der Handhabung bereits aktiv.Hearing aid switches are typically designed to be operated behind the ear prior to the application of a behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aid or insertion of an in-the-ear hearing aid (Hearing Aid) into the ear , The device is thus already active during this phase of handling.

In der Praxis ist der am Hörgerät angebrachte Ein-Ausschalter oft als Batteriefachschalter ausgeführt, d.h. das Gerät wird durch das teilweise Öffnen des Batteriefachs ausgeschaltet und durch Schließen des Batteriefachs eingeschaltet.In practice, the on-off switch attached to the hearing aid is often designed as a battery-compartment switch, i. The device is switched off by partially opening the battery compartment and switched on by closing the battery compartment.

Während eine initiale Verzögerung der Aktivierung der Verstärkung zur Vermeidung von Feedback bekannt ist, kann es während der Handhabung (Bedienung) des Gerätes, insbesondere auch nach Ablauf einer initialen Einschaltverzögerung, zur unbeabsichtigten Verstellung von benutzerkontrollierten Bedienelementen am Gerät, insbesondere Lautstärkesteller und Programmwahltaster kommen.While an initial delay of the activation of the gain to prevent feedback is known, it may come during the handling (operation) of the device, especially after the expiry of an initial switch-on delay, the unintentional adjustment of user-controlled controls on the device, especially volume control and program selector.

Bisherige Lösung des ProblemsPrevious solution to the problem

Bei aktuellen Hörgeräten ist eine durch den Akustiker zu programmierende Einschaltverzögerung von bis zu 18 Sekunden vorgesehen. Während dieser Zeit ist der Hörgeräteausgang (Signalausgabe) stumm geschaltet bzw. es wird eine optionale Startmelodie gespielt und die Bedienelemente (z.B. Programmumschalter, Lautstärkesteller) sind deaktiviert. Diese Einschaltverzögerungszeit ist in der Praxis, vor allem bei älteren Leuten, oft gerade ausreichend, um das Gerät einzusetzen.Current hearing aids are designed to provide a turn-on delay of up to 18 seconds to be programmed by the acoustician. During this time, the hearing aid output (signal output) is muted or an optional start melody is played and the controls (eg program switch, volume control) are deactivated. This turn-on delay time is in practice, especially in older people, often just enough to use the device.

Häufig wird dann aber der Sitz des Hörgeräts nochmals korrigiert, die Frisur nochmals geordnet, usw. Dies hat oftmals eine unabsichtliche Verstellung der Bedienelemente zur Folge. Selbst wenn dies durch ein Tonsignal (Beep) angezeigt wird, so ist dies doch lästig und für den Benutzer verwirrend. Im Zusammenhang mit lernenden Hörgeräten kann hierdurch (wenn nicht bemerkt und sofort korrigiert) auch eine Fehlinterpretation der Benutzerpräferenz stattfinden. Möglich wäre in diesem Zusammenhang ein verzögertes Einschalten des Tonausgangs, wodurch zwar der "verwirrende" Beep entfällt, dafür jedoch auch die Information, dass ein Bedienelement verstellt wurde.Frequently, however, then the seat of the hearing aid is corrected again, the haircut rearranged, etc. This often results in an unintentional adjustment of the controls result. Even if this is indicated by a beep, this is annoying and confusing to the user. In connection with learning hearing aids, this can (if not noticed and corrected immediately) also lead to a misinterpretation of the user preference. It would be possible in this context, a delayed switching on the sound output, which eliminates the "confusing" Beep, but also the information that an operating element has been adjusted.

Eine generelle Verlängerung der Einschaltverzögerung erscheint zur Lösung dieses Problems auch deswegen nicht geeignet, da hierdurch neben einer Verzögerung bei der Benutzbarkeit des Hörgeräts auch die Möglichkeit der schnellen Funktionskontrolle wegfällt, letzteres vor allem bei Personen, die das Hörgerät nicht selbst einsetzen (Kinder !).A general extension of the switch-on delay does not seem to be suitable for the solution of this problem, because in addition to a delay in the usability of the hearing aid and the possibility of quick function control is omitted, the latter especially in people who do not use the hearing aid themselves (children!).

Aus WO 02 13576 A1 ist ein Hörgerät mit einer Einschaltverzögerung bekannt. Während der Einschaltzeit gelangen keine Signale vom Mikrofon zum Hörer. Damit wird sicher gestellt, dass ein Nutzer genügend Zeit hat, das Hörgerät im Ohr korrekt zu platzieren, bevor es Schallsignale aussendet.Out WO 02 13576 A1 is a hearing aid with a switch-on delay known. During the switch-on time, no signals are received from the microphone to the listener. This ensures that a user has enough time to correctly place the hearing aid in the ear before it sends out sound signals.

Weiterhin ist aus der DE 10 2004 025 691 B3 ein Hörgerät mit programmierbaren Bedienelementen bekannt. Den Bedienelementen werden hörsituationsabhängig Einstellfunktionen zugeordnet. Dadurch ist eine Begrenzung auf sinnvolle Einstellmöglichkeiten gegeben.Furthermore, from the DE 10 2004 025 691 B3 a hearing aid with programmable controls known. The operating elements are assigned setting functions depending on the hearing situation. As a result, there is a limit to meaningful settings.

Lösung des Problems gemäß der ErfindungSolution to the problem according to the invention

Im folgenden wird die Erfindung anhand der Zeichnung, die eine Figur umfasst, erläutert.In the following the invention will be explained with reference to the drawing, which comprises a figure.

Die Figur zeigt die funktionale Struktur eines Hörgerätes zusammen mit einer erfindungsgemäßen Bedienungskontrolleinrichtung BEC.The figure shows the functional structure of a hearing aid together with an operating control device BEC according to the invention.

Die. Struktur stellt folgende Elemente eines Hörgerätes dar. Ein Mikrophon MIC, eine Signalverarbeitungseinrichtung SIGV, eine Signalausgabe SP (elektroakustischer Wandler), einen Einschalter ON, eine Einschaltkontrolleinrichtung ONC, ein Bedienelement BE und eine Bedienungskontrolleinrichtung BEC zur Kontrolle von Bedienelementen.The. Structure represents the following elements of a hearing aid. A microphone MIC, a signal processing device SIGV, a signal output SP (electroacoustic transducer), a power ON, a power ONC, a control BE and a control device BEC control of controls.

Bedienelemente BE eines Hörgeräts können auf die verschiedenste Art und Weise realisiert sein, z.B. als Taster, als Drehrad (mit oder ohne Anschlag), als Pushbutton, als zwei- oder mehrstufiger Kipp- oder Drehschalter, als Schiebeschalter oder als kombinierte Dreh-Druckschalter, ähnlich einem "Mausrad" im Computerbereich. Auch "Touchpads" oder ähnliche Elemente, wie z.B. vom Apple I-Pod bekannt, sind denkbar.Operating elements BE of a hearing device can be implemented in a variety of ways, eg as a pushbutton, as a rotary wheel (with or without stop), as a pushbutton, as a two-stage or multi-stage toggle or rotary switch, as a slide switch or as a combined rotary-push switch, similar to a "mouse wheel" in the computer field. Also, "touchpads" or similar elements, such as the Apple I-Pod known, are conceivable.

Bei der Einschaltkontrolleinrichtung ONC und der Bedienungskontrolleinrichtung BEC zur Kontrolle von Bedienelementen handelt es sich um Elemente, die sowohl hardwaremäßig in Form von elektronischen Schaltungen als auch rein softwaremäßig in einem Mikroprozessor realisiert sein können.The ONC control device and the BEC control device for controlling operating elements are elements which can be implemented both in terms of hardware in the form of electronic circuits and purely in terms of software in a microprocessor.

Gemäß der Erfindung wird nun unabhängig von einer möglichen Einschaltverzögerung, die nach dem Betätigen des Einschalters ON durch die Einschaltkontrolleinrichtung ONC bewirkt wird, eine davon separate Verzögerung der Freigabe von am Hörgerät angebrachten benutzerkontrollierten Bedienelementen BE durchgeführt (im folgenden wird diese Verzögerung auch als Freigabeverzögerung bezeichnet), die durch eine Einrichtung BEC zur Kontrolle von Bedienelementen realisiert wird. Die Dauer (Zeitspanne) der genannten Freigabeverzögerung ist vorzugsweise einstellbar und vorzugsweise länger als die Dauer der Einschaltverzögerung gewählt. Die Freigabeverzögerung ist außerdem vorzugsweise abschaltbar realisiert.According to the invention, regardless of a possible switch-on delay, which is effected after the activation of the ON switch by the switch-on control device ONC, a separate delay of the release of the user-controlled controls BE attached to the hearing device is carried out (hereinafter this delay is also referred to as release delay). , which is realized by a device BEC for control of operating elements. The duration (time span) of said release delay is preferably adjustable and is preferably chosen to be longer than the duration of the switch-on delay. The release delay is also preferably realized switched off.

Während der Verzögerungszeit der Freigabeverzögerung läuft die Signalerfassung und Verarbeitung SIGV im Gerät bereits wie im normalen Betrieb, die Signalausgabe SP hängt von einer ggf. vorhandenen Einschaltverzögerung ab, von der die Freigabeverzögerung unabhängig realisiert ist. Als Zeitspannen für die neue Verzögerung der Freigabe der Bedienelemente sind Bereiche zwischen 10 Sekunden und 2 Minuten in Betracht zu ziehen. Zur Indikation, dass die Bedienelemente bereit sind, kann ein kurzes Tonsignal verwendet werden (z.B. "Volume default" oder der dem aktuellen Programm entsprechende Beep). Bei Geräten mit Fernbedienung kann ferner vorgesehen werden, diese mittels Batteriefachschalter nur in Standbybetrieb zu schalten und dann mittels Fernbedienung in einem oder zwei Schritten, die Verstärkungsleistung zu aktivieren und die Freigabe der benutzerkontrollierten Bedienelemente (Benutzercontrols) zu ermöglichen.During the delay time of the enable delay, the signal acquisition and processing SIGV already runs in the device as in normal operation, the signal output SP depends on a possibly existing switch-on delay, from which the enable delay is realized independently. The periods for the new delay of release of the controls are ranges between 10 seconds and 2 minutes. To indicate that the controls are ready, a short beep may be used (eg "Volume default" or the beep corresponding to the current program). For devices with remote control can also be provided to switch them by means of battery switch only in standby mode and then by remote control in one or two steps to enable the gain and allow the release of the user-controlled controls (user controls).

Weiter kann die Einrichtung BEC zur Kontrolle von Bedienelementen so ausgeführt werden, dass ein benutzerkontrolliertes Bedienelement (z.B. Programmschalter) bei einem langen Druck oder mehrfacher Betätigung in einem definierten Zeitintervall ("Doppelclick") oder einer Betätigung des Lautstärkestellers über einen bestimmten Regelbereich hinaus sofort freigegeben werden. Hiermit kann eine eingestellte Verzögerung durch den Benutzer umgangen werden und sofort eine Einstellung vorgenommen werden. Langer Druck ist auch ein automatisches Verhalten, wenn das Hörgerät für den Benutzer nicht zu funktionieren scheint, weil der Benutzer vergessen hat, dass der Programmsteller oder Lautstärkesteller (Volume Control) erst nach einiger Zeit aktiv wird. Ein derartiger Mechanismus kann auch in Verbindung mit der derzeitigen Einschaltverzögerung verwendet werden, um das Hörgerät sofort betriebsbereit zu machen.Furthermore, the device BEC for controlling operating elements can be designed so that a user-controlled operating element (eg program switch) is released immediately after a long press or multiple actuation in a defined time interval ("double click") or an actuation of the volume control beyond a certain control range , This allows a user to bypass a set delay and immediately make a setting. Long press is also an automatic behavior if the hearing aid does not seem to work for the user because the user has forgotten that the programmer or volume control will take some time to become active. Such a mechanism can also be used in conjunction with the current switch-on delay to make the hearing aid immediately ready for use.

Vorteile der ErfindungAdvantages of the invention

Durch die erfindungsgemäß verzögerte Aktivierung der benutzerkontrollierten Bedienelemente, getrennt von einer eventuellen Einschaltverzögerung, d.h. einer Verzögerung der Aktivierung der Verstärkung und/oder Signalausgabe, wird das unbeabsichtigte Verstellen von Bedienelementen während des Einsetzens des Hörgerätes verhindert. Kontrolltöne bzw. die Möglichkeiten der sofortigen Aktivierung erhöhen den Nutzen und Komfort des Hörgeräts.By the invention delayed activation of the user-controlled controls, separated from a possible switch-on delay, i. a delay in the activation of the gain and / or signal output, the unintentional adjustment of controls during the insertion of the hearing aid is prevented. Control tones or the possibilities of immediate activation increase the benefit and comfort of the hearing aid.

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  1. Hearing device with a switch-on delay,
    characterised by
    an operating control device (BEC), which, in addition to the switch-on delay, carries out a delay in a release of the user-controlled control elements attached to the hearing device and separately herefrom.
  2. Hearing device according to claim 1,
    characterised in that
    the span of time (duration) of the said separate delay can be adjusted.
  3. Hearing device according to claim 1 or 2,
    characterised in that
    the span of time (duration) of the said separate delay is adjusted longer than the span of time of the possible switch-on delay.
  4. Hearing device according to one of claims 1 to 3,
    characterised in that
    the hearing device emits a short audio signal, if the said delay has elapsed and the control elements are ready.
  5. Hearing device according to one of claims 1 to 4,
    characterised in that
    the operating control device is embodied such that it immediately releases at least one user-controlled control element with a defined operation of a specific control element by the user.
  6. Hearing device according to one of claims 1 to 4,
    characterised in that
    the operating control device is embodied such that it immediately releases all user-controlled control elements with a defined operation of a specific control element by the user.
  7. Hearing device according to one of claims 1 to 6,
    characterised in that
    the said defined operation involves a long button press on a certain control element or a repeated actuation of a control element within a defined time interval.
  8. Hearing device according to one of claims 1 to 6,
    characterised in that
    the said specific operation involves the actuation of the loudspeaker controller over a defined control range.
  9. Hearing device according to one of claims 1 to 8,
    characterised in that
    the operating control device is embodied such that with a defined operation of a specific control element by the user, the hearing device is as a whole made immediately ready for use.
  10. Hearing device according to one of claims 1 to 9,
    characterised by
    a remote controller, by means of which the amplifier power and the release of user-controlled control elements can be activated in one or two steps in the case of the hearing device.
  11. Method for operating a hearing device with a switch-on delay,
    characterised in that
    within the scope of the activation of the hearing device, a delay in the release of the user-controlled control elements attached to the hearing device is carried out in addition to the switch-on delay.
  12. Method according to claim 11,
    characterised in that
    the said delay is carried out irrespective of a delay in the hearing device output.
  13. Method according to claim 11 or 12,
    characterised in that
    a short audio signal is emitted by the hearing device if the said delay has elapsed and the control elements are ready.
  14. Method according to one of claims 11 to 13,
    characterised in that
    with a defined operation of a certain control element by the user, at least one user-controlled control element is released immediately.
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