Power Up and Power Off: ............. 10 Pure Tone Presentation ..............10 AS608e Special Functions: ............11 Display: ..................12 Setup Menu of AS608/AS608e ............14 Technical Specifications ..............19 Parts....................22 Electrical Installation ..............22 External Connections - Standard Accessories ......24 Unpacking / Inspection ..............
Introduction Intended Use The AS608/AS608e screening audiometer is designed to be a device for screening for hearing loss. Output and specificity of this type of device are based on the test characteristics defined by the user, and may vary depending on environmental and operating conditions. The screening for hearing loss using this kind of audiometer depends on the interaction with the patient.
Never insert or in any way use the insert headset without a new clean non defect test tip. AS608/AS608e Operation Manual Page2...
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ASA30M-0301. Using other supplies is not allowed. Do not site the AS608/AS608e next to a radiator or any other heat source. Allow six inches between the back panel and the wall to ensure proper ventilation.
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Failing to recycle such waste products in an appropriate way may endanger the environment and consequently the health of human beings. Disposal of batteries must be made according to national regulations. AS608/AS608e Operation Manual Page4...
Furthermore, this warranty shall not apply to, and Interacoustics shall not be responsible for, any loss arising in connection with the purchase or use of any Interacoustics product that has been: repaired...
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Interacoustics. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, and of all other obligations or liabilities of Interacoustics, and Interacoustics does not give or grant, directly or indirectly, the authority to any representative or other person to assume on behalf of Interacoustics any other liability in connection with the sale of Interacoustics products.
“raise their left or right hand when you hear the tone in the left or right ear". Threshold Determination: The test normally starts at 1000 Hz on the patient's better ear with the L/R switch adjusted accordingly. AS608/AS608e Operation Manual Page7...
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(i.e. 25dB) at just 4 frequencies (500, 1000, 2000 & 4000 Hz) in each ear. In this instance, you simply record a response or no response to the single tone presentations at each frequency. AS608/AS608e Operation Manual Page8...
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5 dB increase and 10 dB decrease test procedure. The Hughson Westlake is used to obtain pure tone thresholds automatically. Talk Forward The Talk Forward function makes the AS608e easy to work with particularly in sound booth installations. AS608/AS608e Operation Manual Page9...
Functions of Buttons & Display The AS608/AS608e front plate: A B C Power Up and Power Off: To turn on the audiometer press the Tone Switch (3) button. To power off the audiometer hold down the two rotary wheel buttons, 1) and 2), simultaneously for a few seconds.
F1) On AS608: Select the Right ear. On AS608e: Toggle between Right and Left. F2) On AS608: Select the Left ear. On As608e: Store threshold. F3) Manual or Pulse: Manual: Manual Tone presentation as long as the Tone Switch is activated.
Power On or Battery status: The power status of the AS608/AS608e is indicated in the top right corner of the display header. The icon will change depending on whether the instrument is powered via an external source (power supply or USB connection to computer) or batteries.
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Low Battery and flash. The Power Off settings of the instrument can be adjusted at different time intervals or set to never power off – please see Setup section for details. AS608/AS608e Operation Manual Page13...
Setup Menu of AS608/AS608e To access the AS608/AS608e setup menu press F1 and F4 simultaneously for 2-3 seconds. Change setting Browse up in the setup menu Browse down in the setup menu Save settings and Back to previous screen display –...
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Intensity Steps Choose Between: 1 dB and 5 dB. Power Off setting Press Change to toggle between Never, 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 minutes. Pulse Length Press Change to toggle between 250msec and 500msec. Language AS608/AS608e Operation Manual Page15...
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Press Change to toggle between Familiarization On/Off. Familiarization is used to train the patient Press Change to toggle between “2 correct out of 3 answers” and “3 correct out of 5 answers”. The conditions used before going to the next frequency. AS608/AS608e Operation Manual Page16...
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8 kHz for daily operation. 7 frequencies are available to change: 125, 250, 750, 1,500, 3,000, 6,000 and 8,000. Press Change to toggle between On or Off. Press Save to return to the main setup menu. License. AS608/AS608e Operation Manual Page17...
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Press Change to access the license key of the AS608/AS608e instrument. Press Change to enter and/or modify the license key of the AS608/AS608e instrument. Use button 2 to change the letter and button 1 to move the cursor Press Save to return to the main setup menu.
ISO 389-2 (EAR-Tone 3A and 5A) PTB Report 1.61-64/04 (HDA280). PTB Report 1.61-4039503/09 (DD45) Medical CE-mark: The CE-mark indicates that Interacoustics A/S meets the requirements of Annex II of the Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC. TÜV Product Service, Identification No. 0123, has approved the quality system.
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0,3% typical at full intensity. 1% maximum at full intensity. Rise/fall Times: 35 msec. typically. Display Header Indicators: Tone On. Patient Response. Power/Battery Status Batteries: 3 AA size. Automatic battery on/off switching. Automatic battery status indication. AS608/AS608e Operation Manual Page20...
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70.000 External Power Supply (though USB connector): Accepts 5 VDC – minimum 150 mA. The recommended ASA30M-0301 (100-240 VAC, 0.8 – 0.4 Amp) is approved with the AS608/AS608e. Construction: Plastic cabinet. Dimensions: WxDxH: 22.5 x 18 x 5.5 cm / 8,9 x 7.1 x 2,2 inches Weight: 1.0 kg –...
ASA30M-0301 External Power Supply Medical CE Approved APS3 Patient Signal Button 21925 Audiocup Noise Excluders 50250 Peltor Noise Excluders Electrical Installation Sockets for transducers (left = blue and right = red) Socket for external power Socket for supply patient response (APS3) AS608/AS608e Operation Manual Page22...
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Compartment for three AA-size batteries AS608/AS608e Operation Manual Page23...
It will be needed if the instrument has to be returned for service. If service is required please contact your nearest sales and service office. Contents of Shipment Delivered items with AS608/AS608e: AS608/AS608e is as a standard unit delivered with the following: Quantity Item Order No.
Reporting Imperfections Inspect before connection: Prior to connecting the AS608/AS608e to the mains it should once more be inspected for damage. All of the cabinet and the accessories should be checked visually for scratches and missing parts.
Operating Temperature Keep away from heat: Do not site the AS608/AS608e next to a radiator or any other heat source. Allow six inches between the back panel and the wall to ensure proper ventilation. Operating temperature: 15C- 35C/ 59-95F: In operation the instrument should not be subject to temperatures below 15C...
External Power Cable connected to AS608/AS608e will disconnect batteries - unplug cable for battery operation. No tones in the DD45 headphone: Left (F1) or Right (F2) ear must be selected.
Dictionary Position: Symbol: Explanation (English): AS608: Right AS608: Selects Right headphone. AS608e: AS608e: Toggles between right Right/Left and left headphone. AS608: Left AS608: Selects Left headphone. AS608e: Store AS608e: Stored the selected threshold in the internal memory Man / Pulse...
The use of organic solvents and aromatic oils must be avoided. Always disconnect the mains conductor during the cleaning process, and be careful that no fluid is entering the inside of the instrument or the accessories. AS608/AS608e Operation Manual Page30...
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The use of organic solvents and aromatic oils must be avoided. Great care should be exercised by the handling of earphones and other transducers, as mechanical shock may cause change of calibration. AS608/AS608e Operation Manual Page31...