Sound processor apparatuses that facilitate low power component type detection and communication with a programming system

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9832577
APP PUB NO 20160021468A1
SERIAL NO

14773311

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An exemplary sound processor apparatus included in an auditory prosthesis system includes 1) an interface assembly that includes at least a first contact, 2) a first switchable current source having an output coupled to the first contact of the interface assembly by way of a first data line, 3) a differential transmitter having an output coupled to the first contact of the interface assembly by way of the first data line, 4) a differential receiver having an input coupled to the first contact of the interface assembly by way of the first data line, and 5) a control module communicatively coupled to the first switchable current source, the differential transmitter, and the differential receiver and configured to selectively operate in a component type detection mode and in a programming mode. Corresponding sound processor apparatuses, systems, and methods are also described.

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ADVANCED BIONICS AGSWISS STAFA STAFA ZURICH

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Karunasiri, R Tissa Valencia, US 32 96
Palmer, Logan P Santa Monica, US 31 606

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