(186 days)
No
The description focuses on generating and adjusting broad band noise for tinnitus masking, with programming done by professionals using standard software. There is no mention of AI or ML capabilities for analysis, adaptation, or learning.
Yes
The device is intended for "tinnitus masking therapy" and to "mitigate the presence and annoyance of their personal internal noise," which are therapeutic goals.
No
The device is described as a "sound generator" intended for "tinnitus masking therapy" by generating "broad band noise." Its purpose is to deliver sound to mitigate tinnitus, not to diagnose or provide diagnostic information about the condition.
No
The device description clearly states it is an electronic device with hardware components including a miniature digital amplifier, speaker, battery, housing, tubing, and dome tip. While it is programmable via software, the core function relies on physical hardware to generate and deliver sound.
Based on the provided text, the Quell sound generator is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic) device.
Here's why:
- IVD devices are used to examine specimens derived from the human body. The Quell sound generator is an electronic device that generates sound and is worn on the ear. It does not interact with or analyze any biological samples.
- The intended use is for tinnitus masking therapy. This is a therapeutic application, not a diagnostic one. The device provides an external sound source to help manage the perception of tinnitus, it does not diagnose or analyze the underlying cause of the tinnitus.
The device description clearly outlines its function as a sound generator for therapeutic purposes, not for in vitro diagnostic testing.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
Quell sound generators are designed for individuals who experience tinnitus. These devices generate a digitally controlled passive analog broad band noise from the circuit. The broad band noise is intended for use with tinnitus masking therapy. These devices are to be dispensed only by a doctor, licensed audiologist, or licensed hearing instrument specialist who are trained in the area of tinnitus treatment. BTE worn sound generators are one of several available sound stimuli means such as; computer generated audio, CD player, iPod, sound pillows, etc. Sound generators are dispensed to an adult population 18 years of age or above with specific instructions for their use.
Product codes
KLW
Device Description
The Quell 908TD is an electronic device intended to generate noise of sufficient intensity and bandwidth to mask ringing in the ears or internal head noises. These devices are programmable and offer the ability to adjust the frequency level of the masking sound to fit the individual user's needs. The programming can be done by hearing healthcare professionals using a standard HI-PRO box and Amplisound's Hearing Studio software. The Quell device resembles a miniature behind the ear (BTE) hearing aid. This style device sits on top of and just behind the pinna of the ear and has an acoustic soundtip connected to it. The soundtip is a removable and interchangeable tubing of different lengths, left and right, which carries the sound from the ear. The soundtip connects to the device at one end and bends around the front of the pinna to the other end which is connected to a dome tip which fits inside the ear canal. Quell devices operate on a hearing aid battery and have an easily operated user volume control wheel. The wearer adjusts the sound to a desired loudness level by rolling the volume wheel with a fingertip.
Sound generators can be used for persons who suffer from tinnitus in conjunction with a sound therapy program such as Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT). The sound therapy provides the tinnitus sufferer with an adjustable external sound source to mitigate the presence and annoyance of their personal internal noise.
The Quell 908TD sound generator consists of a miniature digital amplifier and speaker powered by a 1.4 volt battery packaged inside a small hearing aid shaped housing and which generates a digitally adjustable broad band white noise. White noise is defined as noise containing many frequencies at similar intensities. The bandwidth is adjustable from the broadest range of 750Hz to 8KHz, to the narrowest of 1250Hz to 3850Hz. The broad band noise is delivered through a small tubing connected to the housing which curves around the pinna and then is placed inside the ear canal. This small tubing is called a 'soundtip' which comes in left and right sides in short, medium and long lengths. There is a small plastic locking handle which helps retain the device in the ear, and a replaceable open dome tip in 6, 8, 10mm sizes to help the tip be comfortable and well seated in the ear canal.
Mentions image processing
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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML
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Input Imaging Modality
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Anatomical Site
Ear
Indicated Patient Age Range
18 years of age or above
Intended User / Care Setting
doctor, licensed audiologist, or licensed hearing instrument specialist who are trained in the area of tinnitus treatment.
Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol
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Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol
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Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)
Non clinical tests using probe microphone real-ear and 2cc test box measurements demonstrate that the Quell 908TD performs similarly to the comparative devices on the market designed for use with tinnitus treatment.
Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)
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Predicate Device(s)
Resound TSG Module K073636, TTC's GHI-T & TN3-T Tinnitus Masker K982451
Reference Device(s)
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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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§ 874.3400 Tinnitus masker.
(a)
Identification. A tinnitus masker is an electronic device intended to generate noise of sufficient intensity and bandwidth to mask ringing in the ears or internal head noises. Because the device is able to mask internal noises, it is also used as an aid in hearing external noises and speech.(b)
Classification. Class II. The special control for this device is patient labeling regarding:(1) Hearing health care professional diagnosis, fitting of the device, and followup care,
(2) Risks,
(3) Benefits,
(4) Warnings for safe use, and
(5) Specifications.
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510(k) Summary – Number: K132965
| DATE OF SUBMISSIONS: | September 17, 2013 |
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| SUBMITTER: | Amplisound Hearing Products & Services |
| 594 Putnam Road | |
| Danielson, CT 06239 | |
| Phone: (860)779-6500 Fax: (860)779-6501 | |
| CONTACT: | |
| TRADE OR PROPRIETARY NAME: | Solace Sound Generators |
| MODEL: | Quell 908TD behind the ear |
| DEVICE COMMON NAMES: | Sound generators, tinnitus makers, noise generators |
| CLASSIFICATION NAME: | 21 CFR 874.3400 (Tinnitus Masker Class II) |
| PRODUCT CODE: | KLW |
| PREDICATE DEVICES: | Resound TSG Module K073636 |
| TTC's GHI-T & TN3-T Tinnitus Masker K982451 |
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Device Description:
The Quell 908TD is an electronic device intended to generate noise of sufficient intensity and bandwidth to mask ringing in the ears or internal head noises. These devices are programmable and offer the ability to adjust the frequency level of the masking sound to fit the individual user's needs. The programming can be done by hearing healthcare professionals using a standard HI-PRO box and Amplisound's Hearing Studio software. The Quell device resembles a miniature behind the ear (BTE) hearing aid. This style device sits on top of and just behind the pinna of the ear and has an acoustic soundtip connected to it. The soundtip is a removable and interchangeable tubing of different lengths, left and right, which carries the sound from the ear. The soundtip connects to the device at one end and bends around the front of the pinna to the other end which is connected to a dome tip which fits inside the ear canal. Quell devices operate on a hearing aid battery and have an easily operated user volume control wheel. The wearer adjusts the sound to a desired loudness level by rolling the volume wheel with a fingertip.
Sound generators can be used for persons who suffer from tinnitus in conjunction with a sound therapy program such as Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT). The sound therapy provides the tinnitus sufferer with an adjustable external sound source to mitigate the presence and annoyance of their personal internal noise.
Device Description - Quell model 908TD
Image /page/1/Figure/5 description: This image shows a hearing aid with labels pointing to its different parts. The labels include connector, processor, sound tube, volume wheel, battery compartment, sound tip, serial number, and retention handle. The hearing aid is a small, beige-colored device with a curved shape. The sound tube is a thin, clear tube that connects the hearing aid to the sound tip.
Image /page/1/Picture/6 description: This image shows a close-up of a human ear. The ear is well-defined, with visible details of the helix, antihelix, and earlobe. The skin appears to be textured, and there are some visible hairs around the ear. The image is in black and white, which emphasizes the contours and shapes of the ear.
Quell 908TD in place on the ear
The Quell 908TD sound generator consists of a miniature digital amplifier and speaker powered by a 1.4 volt battery packaged inside a small hearing aid shaped housing and which generates a digitally adjustable broad band white noise. White noise is defined as noise containing many frequencies at similar intensities. The bandwidth is adjustable from the broadest range of 750Hz to 8KHz, to the narrowest of 1250Hz to 3850Hz. The broad band noise is delivered through a small tubing connected to the housing which curves around the pinna and then is placed inside the ear canal. This small tubing is called a 'soundtip' which comes in left and right sides in short, medium and long lengths. There is a small plastic locking handle which helps retain the device in the ear, and a replaceable open dome tip in 6, 8, 10mm sizes to help the tip be comfortable and well seated in the ear canal.
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Indications for Use:
Quell sound generators are designed for individuals who experience tinnitus. These devices generate a digitally controlled passive analog broad band noise from the circuit. The broad band noise is intended for use with tinnitus masking therapy. These devices are to be dispensed only by a doctor, licensed hearing instrument specialist who are trained in the area of tinnitus treatment. BTE worn sound generators are one of several available sound stimuli means such as; computer generated audio, CD player, iPod, sound pillows, etc. Sound generators are dispensed to an adult population 18 years of age or above with specific instructions for their use.
Risks and Warnings for Safe Use:
Because the maximum sound output level of the device is limited to safe levels determined by OSHA, there is no threat to the user with respect to damage to the ear caused by intensity of sound and noise exposure.
Rationale of the design:
Research on sound generators concludes that the primary characteristics of the design must include the following: a smooth broadband white noise response with minimal peaks, high frequency emphasis, a very gradual volume control taper with the ability to lower the sound to a zero dB noise floor, a reliable circuit that does not produce extraneous noises to the wearer, a comfortable housing design that is easy to wear and maintains a secure fit with an open canal.
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Software/Programming
When needed, control of the sound emanating from the device is done with the use of programming software called "Hearing Studio". The Quell device is connected to a computer using a cable with flex connector and HiPro interface. The adjustments include tone of any combination of 12 frequency bands and an overall gain slider. There is also an adjustment of the low battery warning signal from 500, 1000, 1500, 2000Hz at a level of 60, 66, 72, 78dB. There is the option of turning this warning off.
Image /page/3/Figure/3 description: The image shows a screenshot of a software interface with several labeled components. The labels point to the frequency band slider, overall gain, and low battery warning. The software appears to be related to audio processing or analysis, with graphs displaying frequency response and controls for adjusting various parameters.
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Comparison Information to Predicate Devices
| Quell 908TD | Resound TSG Module | GHI -T & TN3 Masker | |
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| Characteristic | Sound Generator | Combination Device | Sound Generator |
| Models | BTE | BTE | BTE & ITE |
| Maximum output level | 85 વેક ટેન | 89 db SPL | 94 dB SPL |
| Battery drain | 1.0 mA | 1.2 mA | .4 - .5 mA |
| Peak output frequency | 3KHz | 3KHz | 2700, 3600, 6000Hz |
| Energy source | Zinc-Air battery #10 | Zinc-Air battery #312 | Zinc-Air battery #10, |
| 312,13 | |||
| Intended use | Ear level worn sound | ||
| generator or masking | |||
| device for tinnitus. | Same | Same | |
| Indications for use | Quell sound generators are | ||
| designed for individuals | |||
| who experience tinnitus. | |||
| These devices generate a | |||
| digitally controlled passive | |||
| analog broad band white | |||
| noise. The broad band | |||
| noise is intended for use | |||
| with tinnitus masking | |||
| therapy. These devices are | |||
| to be dispensed only by a | |||
| doctor, licensed audiologist | |||
| or licensed hearing | |||
| instrument specialist who | |||
| are trained in the area of | |||
| tinnitus treatment. | This tinnitus sound | ||
| generator module is a tool | |||
| to generate sounds to be | |||
| used in a tinnitus | |||
| management program to | |||
| relieve patients suffering | |||
| from tinnitus. The target | |||
| population is primarily the | |||
| adult population over 18 | |||
| years of age. This product | |||
| may also be used with | |||
| children 5 years of age and | |||
| older. | These devices are | ||
| intended for the adult | |||
| population suffering from | |||
| a chronic persistent | |||
| ringing in the | |||
| ears(tinnitus), who do not | |||
| need or desire | |||
| amplification. The | |||
| products may be used for | |||
| masking tinnitus as part | |||
| of a tinnitus retraining | |||
| therapy(TRT) protocol | |||
| and should be utilized | |||
| only in consultation with | |||
| a licensed hearing | |||
| healthcare professional | |||
| who is trained in | |||
| subsequent rehabilitation | |||
| therapy, or a qualified | |||
| audiologist. | |||
| Warnings | Maximum daily usage | ||
| should be determined by | |||
| the hearing healthcare | |||
| professional. | same | same |
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The Amplisound Quell 908TD is comparable to two devices presently on the market - the ReSound TSG Module, which should be noted is a combination hearing aid/sound generator; and TTC's GHI-T and TN3 sound generator device. While it is not a hearing aid, Quell 908TD is similar to the predicate devices in that they are all ear level worn instruments that produce therapeutic sound for tinnitus sufference between the Quell 908TD device and the predicate devices has primarily to do with the physical shape and style of the housing and the type of user volume control. The Quell 908TD has a scroll volume wheel, while the Resound has a toggle volume control and the GHI has a rotational volume control. All three devices are designed to minimize the amount of contact and occlusion of the ear canal , therefore keeping the canal open which is most desirable for sound therapy masking applications. By performing bench testing measurements with probe microphone on actual ears and 2cc ANSI tests in a test box, the sound output has been designed to mimic the predicate device's approved white noise characteristic which is a smooth response (void of any peaks) with less emphasis in the low frequencies and greater emphasis in the high frequencies. The Quell 908TD response is similar in frequency response to the predicate devices yet with lower maximum output to maintain safety and effectiveness. The Quell 908TD device is designed to be worn without any frequency adjustments for most wearers, however, the tone of the therapeutic sound is adjustable by the hearing care professional using the Hearing Studio software which employs band gain slider controls and overall gain control to adjust the frequency response of the sound as needed for individual patient needs. This software adjustment is similar to the Resound TSG module in that the low and high frequencies can be adjusted independently to 'tune' the masking sound if the user prefers a different tone. Output of the Quell 908TD device is limited within the fitting software to a maximum sound pressure level of 85 dB to meet the OSHA 29CFR 1910.95 standard. These settings include limits for the maximum user volume control which is set by the hearing healthcare provider and cannot exceed 85dBspl.
Similar to the predicate devices, Quell 908TD sound generators are programmed, when needed, using the industry standard HiPro box and programming cables. The Quell 908TD device utilizes a standard micro behind the ear instrument housing and is powered by a size 10 zinc-air battery. Non clinical tests using probe microphone real-ear and 2cc test box measurements demonstrate that the Quell 908TD performs similarly to the comparative devices on the market designed for use with tinnitus treatment. Quell miniature BTE sound generator devices are similar in look, function and sound quality to the GHI and Resound ear level tinnitus devices already approved for the market and in use and by tinnitus sufferers.
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March 25, 2014
Amplisound . Inc. c/o Mr. Ralph Campagna President 594 Putnam Road Danielson, CT 06239
Re: K132965
Trade/Device Name: Solace Sound Generators Regulation Number: 21 CFR 874.3400 Regulation Name: Tinnitus Masker Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KLW Dated: December 27, 2013 Received: December 30, 2013
Dear Mr. Campagna:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices/ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
Eric A. Mann -S
for Malvina B. Eydelman, M.D. Director Division of Ophthalmic and Ear, Nose and Throat Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Amplisound, Inc. Abbreviated 510(k) Submission Solace Sound Generators
INDICATIONS FOR USE
510(k) Number: K132965
Device Name: Solace Sound Generators
Indications for Use:
Quell sound generators are designed for individuals who experience tinnitus. These devices generate a digitally controlled passive analog broad band noise from the circuit. The broad band noise is intended for use with tinnitus masking therapy. These devices are to be dispensed only by a doctor, licensed audiologist, or licensed hearing instrument specialist who are trained in the area of tinnitus treatment. BTE worn sound generators are one of several available sound stimuli means such as; computer generated audio, CD player, iPod, sound pillows, etc. Sound generators are dispensed to an adult population 18 years of age or above with specific instructions for their use.
OR
Prescription Use: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (Part 21 CFR 901 Subpart D)
Over the Counter Use: ________________ (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDHR, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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