Seven Hacks for Your SONNET 2 Audio Processor

Use disposable batteries? Then this hearing hack is for you. When you change the batteries, use the coil magnet to pull them out of their compartments in seconds. No more fiddling or batteries rolling around!

2. The Battery Bounce Test

While we’re on the subject of batteries, here’s a smart way to tell whether a battery is empty or ready to use: Bounce it on the table. If it bounces a lot, the battery is empty, and you should get rid of it. But if it hardly bounces at all, it’s full, and you can use it with your audio processor.

3. Store the Pin on the Coil

Another useful trick courtesy of the coil magnet. This time it’s for one of the smallest parts of our SONNET series audio processors, the earhook pin. While you’re changing the earhook, store the pin on the coil magnet. This will make it easier to find and easier to pick up again, too.

4. Use Mellie to Store Your SONNET 2

Did you know that Mellie the MED-ELephant has her own cochlear implants? And they’re even magnetic. Hook your (or your child’s) SONNET 2s around Mellie’s ears and attach the coil to her hidden magnets. It’s the perfect place to keep your audio processors while you sleep!

5. Hold Your SONNET 2 Right

Stretching the cable of your SONNET or SONNET 2 can lead to damage over time. But holding the coil and the rest of the device together will stop it from over-stretching. Here’s how it’s done:

6. Ready for Takeoff!

Heading on vacation? SONNET 2 comes with a flight mode so you can turn off its wireless functionality. Here’s how:

1. Switch off your processor, wait two seconds, and then turn it on again.
2. Repeat this three more times.
3. After a few seconds, the indicator light will blink red to confirm that flight mode has been activated.

7. Check SONNET 2’s Microphones in Seconds

Want to quickly see if your SONNET 2’s microphones are working? Just get out your FineTuner Echo, place the SONNET 2 coil on top of it, and speak into the microphones. If you see a green light flickering to the rhythm of your voice, it means your microphones are working as they should be. If not, check out our support pages for troubleshooting tips.