公开(公告)号：JPH10200997A

公开(公告)日：1998-07-31

申请号：JP35160196

申请日：1996-12-27

Applicant: STARKEY LAB INC

Inventor： JEREMY A AGNEW ,  JERRY R WAAL

IPC: H04R25/00

Abstract: PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a hearing aid by which a rate of distortion in an output signal is minimized even for an input voice signal whose level is high so as to provide a clear voice to the user. SOLUTION: A hearing aid 10 is provided with a preamplifier stage 60 that has an input terminal 64 and an output terminal 78 connecting to a voice detection means and whose gain is adjusted depending on a level of a signal at the output terminal 78 and with an output amplifier stage 90 that has an input terminal 84 connecting to the output terminal 78 and an output terminal 102 connecting to an electroacoustic conversion means 98 and whose gain is automatically adjusted in response to a level of the signal at the output terminal 102.

公开(公告)号：JPH10200352A

公开(公告)日：1998-07-31

申请号：JP35160296

申请日：1996-12-27

Applicant: STARKEY LAB INC

Inventor： JEREMY A AGNEW ,  JERRY R WAAL

IPC: H03G3/30 ,  H03G7/00 ,  H04R25/00 ,  H04R25/04

Abstract: PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a gain compression amplifier having a linear gain over a wide dynamic range by using a gain compressing technique. SOLUTION: This gain compression amplifier 60 is provided with an amplifier 62, a gain controller 64 connected between the input and output of this amplifier 62, and a gain control circuit 66 connected with the output of the amplifier 62 and connected with the gain controller 64. The gain control circuit 66 compares a voltage at the output of the amplifier 62 with a prescribed threshold voltage, and generates a gain control signal. The gain controller 64 operates according to this gain control signal, and continuously adjusts the gain of the amplifier 62. This gain compression amplifier 60 is used for a hearing aid so that voice distortion can be minimized, and the convenience can be improved for a user.

公开(公告)号：WO2006091971B1

公开(公告)日：2006-11-02

申请号：PCT/US2006007058

申请日：2006-02-27

Applicant: STARKEY LAB INC ,  BURNS THOMAS HOWARD

Inventor： BURNS THOMAS HOWARD

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/407 ,  H04R25/405 ,  H04R25/505 ,  H04R2410/01

Abstract: The present disclosure includes various methods and apparatus for controlling directionality of a hearing assistance device including a pair of directional microphones. In various examples, the hearing assistance device includes a pair of directional microphones and an omnidirectional microphone. In various examples, the hearing assistance device includes a directional microphone and an omnidirectional microphone. In examples with multiple directional microphones, various angles can be employed. For example, in some applications the first directional axis can be about ninety degrees offset of the second directional axis. The microphones are aligned with an intended direction of reception in some embodiments. In some examples the microphones are not aligned with an intended direction of reception. Other variations are possible without departing from the scope of the present subject matter.

Abstract translation: 本公开包括用于控制包括一对定向麦克风的助听设备的方向性的各种方法和装置。 在各种示例中，助听设备包括一对定向麦克风和全向麦克风。 在各种示例中，助听设备包括定向麦克风和全向麦克风。 在具有多个定向麦克风的示例中，可以采用各种角度。 例如，在一些应用中，第一方向轴线可以是第二方向轴线的约90度偏移。 在一些实施例中，麦克风与预期的接收方向对齐。 在一些示例中，麦克风不与预期的接收方向对齐。 在不脱离本主题的范围的情况下，其他变体是可能的。

公开(公告)号：WO2006078586A2

公开(公告)日：2006-07-27

申请号：PCT/US2006001414

申请日：2006-01-16

Applicant: STARKEY LAB INC ,  SACHA MICHAEL KARL

Inventor： SACHA MICHAEL KARL

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/50 ,  H04R25/305 ,  H04R25/43 ,  H04R25/554 ,  H04R25/558 ,  H04R2225/31 ,  H04R2225/51 ,  H04R2460/03 ,  H04R2460/17

Abstract: An apparatus is provided that includes an input system, an output system, and a sensor for sensing magnetic fields. In one example, a signal processing circuit electrically connects the input system to the output system, and a magnetic sensor adapted to inhibit the acoustic input and function as a magnetic input in the presence of a magnetic field. In one example, the magnetic sensor includes a giant magneto resistive (GMR) sensor. In another example, the magnetic sensor includes an anisotropic magneto resistive (AMR) sensor. The magnetic field can be generated by, among other things, a magnet in a telephone handset. The hearing aid further is programmed based on time-varying characteristics of the magnetic field. Wireless activation or deactivation of the hearing aid is also described. Other examples and options are provided herein.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种装置，其包括输入系统，输出系统和用于感测磁场的传感器。 在一个示例中，信号处理电路将输入系统电连接到输出系统，以及适于在存在磁场的情况下抑制声输入并用作磁输入的磁传感器。 在一个示例中，磁传感器包括巨磁电阻（GMR）传感器。 在另一示例中，磁传感器包括各向异性磁阻（AMR）传感器。 除了别的以外，磁场可以通过电话手机中的磁体产生。 助听器还根据磁场的时变特性进行编程。 还描述了助听器的无线激活或停用。 本文提供了其他示例和选项。

公开(公告)号：WO0247435A3

公开(公告)日：2004-01-08

申请号：PCT/US0146476

申请日：2001-12-05

Applicant: STARKEY LAB INC ,  KINDRED JON SCHMIDT ,  SORENSEN BRYANT ,  WAHL JERRY ,  RICHARDSON GARY

Inventor： KINDRED JON SCHMIDT ,  SORENSEN BRYANT ,  WAHL JERRY ,  RICHARDSON GARY

IPC: H04R25/00 ,  H03G3/20

CPC classification number: H03G3/3005 ,  H03G1/04 ,  H03G3/301 ,  H03G7/08 ,  H04R25/356 ,  H04R25/505

Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods are provided to inhibit apparent amplitude modulation in non-linear processing that causes distortion in a processed signal. One aspect of the invention includes a hearing aid. The hearing aid includes a microphone to receive an input signal, a speaker to reproduce the input signal, and a processor. The processor processes the input signal using a gain. The processor includes an inhibitor, which inhibits distortions, and an adjuster, which adjusts the gain. The inhibitor acts to smooth en envelope of the input signal to inhibit undesired modulation. The adjuster adjusts the gain if the envelope is either above or below a threshold. The hearing aid further includes a compression recapture system to supply the compressed portion of the input signal to more closely reproduce the actual input signal.

Abstract translation: 提供了系统，装置和方法来抑制导致处理信号失真的非线性处理中的视在幅度调制。 本发明的一个方面包括助听器。 助听器包括用于接收输入信号的麦克风，再现输入信号的扬声器和处理器。 处理器使用增益处理输入信号。 处理器包括抑制失真的抑制剂和调整增益的调节器。 抑制剂用于平滑输入信号的包络以抑制不期望的调制。 如果信封高于或低于阈值，调节器将调整增益。 助听器还包括压缩再捕获系统，以将输入信号的压缩部分提供给更接近地再现实际的输入信号。

公开(公告)号：WO2014190086A3

公开(公告)日：2015-04-09

申请号：PCT/US2014039026

申请日：2014-05-21

Applicant: STARKEY LAB INC

Inventor： EDWARDS BRENT

IPC: H04R25/00 ,  G02B27/01

CPC classification number: G02C11/06 ,  G02B27/017 ,  G02C11/10 ,  H04R25/552 ,  H04R25/554 ,  H04R25/604 ,  H04R25/606 ,  H04R2225/021 ,  H04R2225/023 ,  H04R2460/13

Abstract: The present subject matter includes a reality multisensory display device (MSD) in the form of eyeglasses, where the device is configured to augment information to the wearer of the device, for example to compensate for hearing loss of a wearer of the device by augmenting auditory information.

Abstract translation: 本主题包括眼镜形式的现实多感觉显示设备（MSD），其中设备被配置为向设备的佩戴者增加信息，例如通过增加听觉来补偿设备的佩戴者的听力损失 信息。

公开(公告)号：WO2012048232A3

公开(公告)日：2012-06-28

申请号：PCT/US2011055384

申请日：2011-10-07

Applicant: STARKEY LAB INC ,  HIGGINS SIDNEY A ,  SCHROEDER AARON JON

Inventor： HIGGINS SIDNEY A ,  SCHROEDER AARON JON

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/65 ,  H04R25/554 ,  H04R25/602 ,  H04R25/604 ,  H04R25/652 ,  H04R25/654 ,  H04R25/656 ,  H04R25/658 ,  H04R2225/023 ,  H04R2460/17

Abstract: A hearing aid kit includes a standard fit, completely-in-canal (CIC) hearing aid and a hearing aid tool set. The CIC hearing aid is for extended use and includes a core module inserted into a sleeve. The core module and the sleeve each include various features providing for a minimum overall size, ease of insertion, removal, and cleaning, and enhanced sound transmission. The tool set is configured to be stored and carried in a single piece and provides for adjustment and cleaning of the CIC hearing aid. Open ear fits and occlusive ear fits are possible using different sleeves.

Abstract translation: 助听器套件包括标准配合，完全通道（CIC）助听器和助听器工具组。 CIC助听器用于长期使用，并包括插入套筒中的核心模块。 核心模块和套筒各自包括提供最小总体尺寸，易于插入，移除和清洁以及增强的声音传输的各种特征。 工具组被配置为存储并携带在一个单件中，并提供对CIC助听器的调整和清洁。 使用不同的袖子可以打开耳朵适合和闭合耳朵。

公开(公告)号：WO2008097600A9

公开(公告)日：2008-10-02

申请号：PCT/US2008001609

申请日：2008-02-07

Applicant: STARKEY LAB INC ,  HIGGINS SIDNEY A

Inventor： HIGGINS SIDNEY A

IPC: H04R25/00 ,  H01H13/785

CPC classification number: H04R25/00 ,  H01H2201/032 ,  H01H2207/002 ,  H01H2300/004 ,  H04R2225/61

Abstract: A hearing assistance device (100), comprising a microphone (101) to receive sound, signal processing electronics electrically connected to the microphone, a receiver electrically connected to the signal processing electronics and a switch (102) electrically connected to the signal processing electronics. The switch (102) includes conductive silicone (106) adapted to change the switch from a first state to a second state when activated. Contacts comprising conductive silicone (105) provide an electrical connection between the microphone (101) and the signal processing electronics.

Abstract translation: 一种听力辅助装置（100），包括用于接收声音的麦克风（101），电连接到麦克风的信号处理电子设备，电连接到信号处理电子设备的接收器和电连接到信号处理电子设备的开关（102）。 开关（102）包括适于在启动时将开关从第一状态改变到第二状态的导电硅（106）。 包括导电硅（105）的触点提供麦克风（101）和信号处理电子器件之间的电连接。

公开(公告)号：WO2007127462A2

公开(公告)日：2007-11-08

申请号：PCT/US2007010423

申请日：2007-04-30

Applicant: STARKEY LAB INC ,  LINK DOUGLAS F ,  HIGGINS SIDNEY A ,  JACOBY ROBERT P

Inventor： LINK DOUGLAS F ,  HIGGINS SIDNEY A ,  JACOBY ROBERT P

CPC classification number: H01M2/1094 ,  H01M12/06 ,  Y10T29/49108 ,  Y10T29/49115

Abstract: The present subject matter includes method and apparatus for an insulating layer applied to a battery to effectively increase the insulated separation between the anode and cathode contact surfaces of the battery. This increase in effective separation between anode and cathode decreases the probability that moisture applied to the battery will cause substantial ohmic conductivity between the anode and the cathode. Consequently, fewer batteries will be prematurely depleted or destroyed by moisture and fewer devices holding those batteries will need repair. The present subject matter serves to prevent or eliminate discharge of corrosive battery chemicals due to moisture and operating in wet environments. The life of batteries and devices using the present subject matter is thus extended. Additional method and apparatus can be found in the specification and as provided by the attached claims and their equivalents.

Abstract translation: 本主题包括用于施加到电池的绝缘层的方法和装置，以有效地增加电池的阳极和阴极接触表面之间的绝缘分离。 阳极和阴极之间的有效分离的这种增加降低了施加到电池的水分将在阳极和阴极之间引起实质的欧姆电导率的可能性。 因此，更少的电池将被过早耗尽或被水分破坏，并且更少的装置拿着那些电池将需要修理。 本主题用于防止或消除由于湿气和在潮湿环境中操作而导致的腐蚀性电池化学品的排放。 因此延长了使用本主题的电池和设备的寿命。 附加的方法和装置可以在说明书中找到并且由所附权利要求及其等同物提供。

公开(公告)号：WO0154458A3

公开(公告)日：2002-02-21

申请号：PCT/US0101663

申请日：2001-01-18

Applicant: STARKEY LAB INC

Inventor： EATON ANTHONY M ,  RUZICKA JEROME CHARLES

IPC: H04M1/60 ,  H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/554 ,  H04M1/6041 ,  H04M2250/02 ,  H04R25/70 ,  H04R2225/55

Abstract: Systems, structures, and methods are provided to fit, program, or upgrade a hearing aid system to a patient. One embodiment includes the use of a mobile device to interact with the hearing aid system through a short-range network. The mobile device is also adapted to communicate with a server through a long-range wireless network. The server may reside on the Internet.

Abstract translation: 提供系统，结构和方法以将助听器系统适配，编程或升级到患者。 一个实施例包括使用移动设备通过短距离网络与助听器系统交互。 移动设备还适于通过远程无线网络与服务器进行通信。 服务器可能驻留在Internet上。