1. Paris - a BTE platform

2. Platform – how to do it. 2 What is a BTE platform ?  Hardware used by several different models  Used by multiple brands  Same hardware – lower costs  MX60, PL60, RP60, One65, LQ65 already use same hardware, just no name for the platform.  Configurable as needed.  Same hardware for different price points.

3. Platform – how to do it. 3 Paris platform  With Paris we have taken the concept a step further.  Complete collection of modules for Power BTE, BTE and miniBTE  Paris70 is here now.  Paris60 and Paris80 will follow shortly.  First appearance for Paris70 will be in AZ71-DVI.  For Beltone used in the Phantom models.  Different housing parts, same “engine”

4. Platform – how to do it. 4 The Paris modules  First FormFactor size ready is the BTE (Paris70)  Idea of platforms is to make manufacturing and service easy and cost optimized.  Keep flexibility for models and brands.  Modules can be mounted with different housing parts in Xiamen - for branding.  Modules can be loaded with different software in Xiamen – for pricing.  Colors can be changed to order in subsidiaries.  Complete color kits are available from GDC.

5. Platform-how to do it.

6. Platform – how to do it. 6 Platform requirements (Paris)  Prepared for rechargeable batteries.  Charging from outside  Both for open and standard fitting (standard and thin tubes).  Telecoil included.  C3 hybrid platform (probably 3.1).  Wireless prepared (agreed size).  Prepared for C4 and C4 wireless (functionality to be excluded no VC in 70 wireless e.g.).  Color marker and Child lock.  Programming via programming shoe.  DAI interface.  Available in Standard and new colors.  Dummy devices must be available at launch date. Supposed to be the mechanically platform from which a traditional BTE HI is to be derived for Both the Resound and Beltone brand in the 60,70,80 form factor. Key features One BTE Platform OEM

7. Platform – how to do it. 7 Platform development Scenarios Part CommunalityDesign Communality High reuse of parts. High degree of modularity. Size could be a compromise (60-70-80) same size. Fast time to market. Production tools limited. Stability experience can be reused. Common design elements. Part reuse limited New frames for each form factor is needed. Tool design principles can be reused More tools required (almost the triple). Size cannot be compromise. This was chosen for Paris

8. Platform – how to do it. 8 Design determinants Width Thickness Length Battery Height Hybrid size Receiver Height Hook type  Thin tube  STD Vol. Control PB’s Hybrid size Antennas (flat/round) Battery diameter Hybrid size Receiver length

9. Platform – how to do it. 9 Data & Features MicrophonesFG Receiver,HCTEC or 3100DTEC or 3300 Volume controlNoneDigital/ToggleDigital toggle Program switchYes TelecoilYes WirelessYes DAI interfaceYes Optimized f. hook typeThin tubeStd. hook RechargeableYes Gain62dB63+dB74 dB Output@1600Hz130-132dBSPL138dBSPL140 dBSPL Battery312 size13 size Battery lifetime138252?? BTE 70BTE 60BTE 80

10. Platform – how to do it. 10 Design features Different profile Mic ports diff. Different texture Colors Dividing lines Shell profile effects Mic ports diff. Different texture Colors Resound Beltone

11. Platform – how to do it. 11 Design Communality 60 BTE Same hook connection Same mic suspension Same mic location, provides similar directionality index. Batt chamber function. & feel. Receiver suspension build. Battery springs. Prog, charge and DAI input. (HAI) 70 BTE 80 BTE

12. Platform – how to do it. 12 Paris Standard design Platform commonForm factor specificBrand/product specific Thin tube Adaptor Standard hook Child Hook Baby Hook Mic. suspension ID plate Mics Batt. springs PB caps OHFA Contact module (DAI) PB’s Vol. & program Wireless Ant. PB Handle Vol. PCB Frame Receiver Front Suspension Back Suspension Frame Lids Batt. Chamber Shell bottom Shell Back Shell top PB Handle Program

13. Platform – how to do it. 13 Design & Size Design communality BTE 60 size BTE 70 size BTE 80 size 34,336,931,7

14. Platform – how to do it. 14 Resound/Beltone Design View Std Hook

15. Platform – how to do it. 15 Resound/Beltone Design View Thin tube