Transcript Platform how to do it

Paris
- a BTE platform
Platform – how to do it.
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.
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Paris platform
Platform – how to do it.
 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”
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The Paris modules
Platform – how to do it.
 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.
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Platform-how to do it.
Platform requirements (Paris)
Platform – how to do it.
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
 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.
OEM
One BTE
Platform
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Platform – how to do it.
Platform development Scenarios
Part 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.
Design Communality
• 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
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Design determinants
Platform – how to do it.
Thickness
Width
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Vol. Control
PB’s
Hybrid size
Antennas (flat/round)
Length
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Battery Height
Hybrid size
Receiver Height
Hook type
 Thin tube
 STD
• Battery diameter
• Hybrid size
• Receiver length
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Platform – how to do it.
Data & Features
BTE 60
BTE 70
BTE 80
Microphones
FG
FG
FG
Receiver,
HC
TEC or 3100
DTEC or 3300
Volume control
None
Digital/Toggle
Digital toggle
Program switch
Yes
Yes
Yes
Telecoil
Yes
Yes
Yes
Wireless
Yes
Yes
Yes
DAI interface
Yes
Yes
Yes
Thin tube
Std. hook
Std. hook
Yes
Yes
Yes
62dB
63+dB
74 dB
130-132dBSPL
138dBSPL
140 dBSPL
312 size
13 size
13 size
138
252
??
Optimized f. hook type
Rechargeable
Gain
Output@1600Hz
Battery
Battery lifetime
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Design features
Resound
Platform – how to do it.
Beltone
• Dividing lines
• Shell profile effects
• Mic ports diff.
• Different texture
• Colors
Different profile
• Mic ports diff.
• Different texture
• Colors
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Design Communality
Platform – how to do it.
• 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)
60 BTE
70 BTE
80 BTE
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Platform – how to do it.
Paris Standard design
Platform common
Thin tube
Adaptor
Form factor specific
Brand/product specific
PCB
Standard hook
Thin tube
Shell
bottom
Child Hook
Shell top
Shell Back
PB Handle
Program
Baby Hook
Frame
PB Handle
Vol.
Front
Suspension
ID plate
Receiver
Mics
Contact
module
(DAI)
Back
Suspension
Mic.
suspension
Batt.
springs
Wireless
Ant.
OHFA
PB’s Vol. &
program
Batt.
Chamber
PB caps
Frame Lids
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Design & Size
Platform – how to do it.
Design communality
BTE 70 size
BTE 60 size
31,7
BTE 80 size
34,3
36,9
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Resound/Beltone Design View
Platform – how to do it.
Std Hook
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Platform – how to do it.
Resound/Beltone Design View
Thin tube
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