Method of fitting a hearing instrument, and impression tool
US9654884B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 21, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 16, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 6, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04R2460/15
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
In accordance with an aspect of the invention, a method of fitting a hearing instrument to a user's ear is provided. The method comprises taking an impression of the user's ear canal and manufacturing, based on geometrical data of the impression, an earmold. In accordance with the aspect of the invention, the method comprises the further step of performing an acoustical measurement while the impression is being taken.
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