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  • Page 1 TRAINING MANUAL...
  • Page 2 This Page Intentionally Left Blank AR-I-MREMSW-5 Avant REM Speech Training Manual Effective Date: 4/07/2014...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Toll Free: (888) 392-1234 • (727) 584-9600 Fax: (727) 584-9602 • Email: medrx@medrx-usa.com MedRx's Authorized Representative in Europe (Regulatory affairs only) Emergo Europe, Molenstraat 15 2513 BH The Hague, The Netherlands AR-I-MREMSW-5 Avant REM Speech Training Manual Effective Date: 4/07/2014...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Please refer to the MedRx Avant REM Speech Installation Manual for assistance. The scope of this manual is to get you “up and running” with the Avant REM Speech System. Please consult the interactive Help System within the software for more detailed information of features and functionality.

  • Page 5: Avant™ Rem Speech ™ Software Overview

    Help menu with your mouse. This will display additional information and instructions for the specific section of the software you are working in. Figure 1 The AVANT Software Suite Main Screen Figure 2 The AVANT REM Speech Main Screen Launching the REM Software Stand Alone NOAH and TIMS 1.

  • Page 6: Avant™ Rem Speech ™ Software Options

    REM Speech Software to meet their needs. Access these options from the File Menu on The Options may also be accessed the Avant REM Speech Main Screen as shown from within the Avant REM Speech below. main program by clicking on the Options text menu as shown below The software allows you to set several default options as described below.
  • Page 7 Loss Simulator. display NOTE: Remember, that more information is always available in the Interactive Help System by clicking the Help Icon or pressing the F1 key. AR-I-MREMSW-5 Avant REM Speech Training Manual Effective Date: 4/07/2014...
  • Page 8 If your system has a Video Otoscope, the If your system has a Tympanometer Video Tab allows you to select the appropriate connected, use this tab to configure the device driver equipment according to the manufacturer’s instructions. AR-I-MREMSW-5 Avant REM Speech Training Manual Effective Date: 4/07/2014...

  • Page 9: Preparing For Testing

    2. Carefully remove the probe microphones. Note that these are precision instruments and must be handled with care. Avoid dropping them or striking them against hard surfaces such as counter or desktops. AR-I-MREMSW-5 Avant REM Speech Training Manual Effective Date: 4/07/2014...
  • Page 10 4. Connect the probe tube to the silver metal sleeve of the probe microphone. AR-I-MREMSW-5 Avant REM Speech Training Manual Effective Date: 4/07/2014...
  • Page 11 Calibrating the Probe Tube For reasons of infection control and reliability of results, MedRx recommends that a new probe tube be used with each patient. To ensure accurate measurements, it is necessary to calibrate the probe tube each time it is replaced.
  • Page 12 Using the MedRx Probe Tube Stabilization System To assist in maintaining proper probe tube position during Live Speech Mapping and Real Ear Measurement, MedRx has developed the Probe Tube Stabilization System. After bending the ear hook and attaching the probe assembly and tube, slide the Stabilization System onto the ear hook as shown.

  • Page 13: Live Speech Mapping

    5. Repeat for UCL (Bone and MCL optional) 6. Repeat steps 3-5 for the left ear After the audiogram is entered, click the Back button to return to the Avant REM Speech Main screen. 1. From the AVANT REM Speech Main screen, click LSM In the next Window.
  • Page 14 Appendix A. NOTE: The screen shot above shows the MedRx Modified Speech Spectrum (Canoe). It is also possible to underlay DSL i/0 or NAL-NL1 targets on this screen. Click Options in the text menu bar on the top of the screen to select and configure these underlays to meet the needs of your practice.
  • Page 15 Peaks 8. Legend b. LTAS 9. Reset Button 10. Target area – can be any of the following: 4. Input Selector  MedRx Modified Speech Spectrum  DSL i/o  NAL-NL1 AR-I-MREMSW-5 Avant REM Speech Training Manual Effective Date: 4/07/2014...
  • Page 16 In the past, it has been difficult to verify these fittings since many real ear systems have been disconnected from the fitting system. The Avant REM Speech system is tightly integrated with NOAH, the industry standard for audiometric and fitting data storage and retrieval. The “on-top” mode of the REM Speech software allows you to effortlessly alternate between measurement and fitting adjustments.
  • Page 17 Live Speech Mapping in a way that compliments their practice style rather than compromising it. In order to get you “up and running” with the Avant REM Speech system, MedRx has developed the following protocol. This simple procedure has been found to be effective with both audiologists and hearing instrument specialists.

  • Page 18: Real Ear Measurements

    Real Ear Measurements In addition to Live Speech Mapping, the Avant REM Speech supports all conventional Real Ear Measurements (REM). All these tests are accessed from the main REM screen. To begin, click the button on the right of the Avant REM Speech main screen.
  • Page 19 RECD later in this manual for more detail. Sample REM Screens The Avant REM Speech system supports all current ANSI and IEC Real Ear Measurements. The screenshots below were made using the software defaults. These defaults set the test parameters for each test according to these standards, however the test environment is fully configurable to meet individual professional’s needs.

  • Page 20: Additional Tests And Features

     Select START to open the measurement type selection screen.  Choose the REAR with a Hearing Aid option.  Select OK to begin the test and wait until it concludes. AR-I-MREMSW-5 Avant REM Speech Training Manual Effective Date: 4/07/2014...
  • Page 21 In this case to obtain another RECD, only REAR with insert headphone measurement is necessary. This is possible because the coupler response does not change provided that neither the coupler nor the insert earphone has changed. AR-I-MREMSW-5 Avant REM Speech Training Manual Effective Date: 4/07/2014...
  • Page 22 The Avant REM Speech system does an excellent job measuring and displaying acoustic feedback. 1. Place the calibrated probe tube in the ear canal as instructed above.
  • Page 23 File allows the user to play sound files. The program supports MP3 and WAV files and comes with pre- set MedRx Sounds Sensations set of files. After the option is activated, use the player panel to control the playback.
  • Page 24 Hint: Use the track return icon on the player control panel to replay one track continuously. The Reset option restores the rule to the original state. Use this option if you have modified the rule but want to undo the changes. AR-I-MREMSW-5 Avant REM Speech Training Manual Effective Date: 4/07/2014...

  • Page 25: Printing

    Printing Printing within the Avant REM Speech software is very simple. From the File menu, click one of the following options: Print Setup – selects the printer you want the report to be sent to. Avant REM Speech prints to any installed Windows printer.

  • Page 26: Limited Warranty

    MedRx, Inc. is not responsible for problems resulting from installation of unapproved software or hardware. In the event of unapproved software or hardware installed on the system causing a conflict with the Avant REM Speech functions, MedRx will service the problem for a fee to be determined at the time of service.

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