Phonak Versata Hearing Aids

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Versata uses the advanced version of Phonak's CORE (Communication Optimized Real-audio Engine) technology. It is available in two mini-BTE open ear models and two BTE models, and is capable of fitting hearing losses from mild to severe. The mini-BTE open ear models are small enough for a discrete fit and come in a variety of case colors.

CORE technology is Phonak’s industry leading sound processing technology.
It is available in three levels.

Premium

Advanced

Standard

For most users the advanced level used in the Versata will yield exceptional performance at an affordable price.

Specifications
Features
Precise Review

Specifications


Digital The two most common technologies used in hearing aids are analog and digital. Digital is newer and considered to be much more flexible, capable of doing more operations, and the only technology used in modern hearing aids.	Yes
Open Fit Type	Hollow Tube & Dome
Channels Human speech ranges in frequencies roughly from 250 to 6000 Hz. Hearing aids are built so that this group of frequencies (250 to 6000 Hz) is divided into smaller groups, called bands or channels.	16
Memories Multiple memory settings can be programmed into the aid to give the user the ability to cope with changing sound and noise environments with the push of a button.	3
Technology Level	Advanced
Volume Control Volume control is generally considered to be a manual adjustment that the user can control. All hearing aids have automatic gain control designed to make soft sounds audible and loud sounds tolerable. This is done automatically within limits programmed into the device.	Yes
On-Board Control Type Controls on hearing aids usually have one or more of: 1. A momentary button used to change from one memory to the next 2. A button used to increase the level of volume 3. A rocker switch where pushing on one end does one function while the other end does another function 4. A wheel that will control volume	Memory Button & Volume Control
Remote Control Available Remote controls for hearing aids are small enough to comfortably fit in a pocket. A remote control will enable more functions than can be put on a hearing aid itself.	Yes
Directional Microphones Microphones are the electronic component that picks up sound. Microphones are very small and can be made to pick up more sound in one direction than all others. This is called a directional microphone.	Yes
Noise Reduction Technology to separate voices from other sounds is continuously being improved. Each manufacturer has a patented process and trademarked name for noise reduction.	Yes
Sudden Noise Protection This feature helps make hearing aids acoustically comfortable by dampening sudden loud noises, such as a dropped dish.	No
Wind Noise Protection Wind noise is an important feature for those that spend time in the outdoors by reducing the roar of wind across the microphone. This feature is improving but is not effective in gusty wind conditions.	Yes
Feedback Management Acoustic Feedback, is also known as squealing, buzzing, 'your aids are talking to you', etc.	Yes
Telecoil Telecoils help with telephones that are rated hearing aid compatible.	Yes
Aid-to-Aid Communication Communication from one hearing aid to the other is a very low strength signal designed to keep both hearing aids operating in the same mode at the same volume.	Yes
Bluetooth Capable Being able to couple your hearing aids with a BlueTooth-enabled device, such as a cell phone, allows phone conversations to be heard through your hearing aids.	Available only with iCom
Direct Audio Input (DAI) DAI is only on Large and Full Size hearing aids due to the need for terminals on the outside of the case. Using DAI allows other devices to connect directly to the hearing aids and input their audio signal.	Yes
Battery Size/Color Conventional Hearing Aid Batteries cost less than a dollar per battery and are very easy to change.	13 (Orange)
Warranty	3 years
Loss/Damage Warranty	2 years

Features

SoundFlow Advanced:

Seamless switching through 7 tunable configuration points to keep amplification optimized for any sound environment.

VoiceZoom:

Automatically adapts in 12 channels for advanced directionality

Real Ear Sound:

Helps restore natural ability to locate where a sound is coming from for BTE instruments.

WhistleBlock Technology:

IMPROVED infeedback elimination.

WindBlock Management:

Reduces wind noise

Wind & Weather Protector:

Cover that protects the microphones

NoiseBlock Processing:

Noise cancellation in 16 channels.

EasyPhone:

Activates telephone program when a phone is detected near the hearing device.

EasyFM:

automatic activation of FM program

EasyAudio:

automatic program for binaural stereo streaming of audio signal

EasyBluetooth:

automatic program for handsfree binaural mobile phone use

Acoustic confirmation of manual interventions and end of battery life

Self Learning and DataLogging with SmartTips

Up to five manually accessible hearing programs

QuickSync:

One button can synchronize both hearing instruments

Precise Review

Phonak, is arguably the hearing industry's leader in sound processing with its CORE technology. Phonak has released it in three levels; Premium, Advanced, and Standard. Vesata uses Advanced CORE.

Where Phonak offers the three levels of CORE in its model line up.

Premium CORE is used in the Exelia Art, Audeo YES IX, and power aid Naida IX.
Advanced Core is used in Audeo YES V, Versata, power aid Naida V, and pediatric aid Nios micro V.
Standard CORE is used in Audeo YES III, Certina, power aid Naida III, and pediatric aid Nios micro III.

Explanation of levels:

Premium CORE offers the leading edge of technical advances in noise reduction, feedback reduction, directionality, and automatic switching between environmental programs.
Advanced CORE is slightly less advanced than Premium but still a very competitive sound processing technology.
Standard CORE offers a way for people to get some of the most functional features of CORE at an affordable price.

When choosing among the levels of technology offered, we suggest looking at the amount of noise you are in on a regular basis. All of the technology levels will sound essentially the same in quiet conditions but the top levels will sound better and be more functional in above average noise conditions.

For most users, Versata is a great choice among the hearing aids available today. Versata fits most losses and works well for those who just want to hear without needing to manually adjust their hearing aids.

Versata will connect with most audio devices using Phonak accessories.

Data Sheets/Manuals

Not all information in these documents are relevant to US consumers.