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AD226 Diagnostic Audiometer: Instructions For Use - US
AD226 Diagnostic Audiometer: Instructions For Use - US
AD226
Diagnostic Audiometer
D-0103003-E – 2018/10
Table of Contents
1 Introduction
1.1 About this Manual
This manual is valid for the AD226. These products are manufactured by:
Interacoustics A/S
Audiometer Allé 1
5500 Middelfart
Denmark
Tel.: +45 6371 3555
Fax: +45 6371 3522
E-mail: info@interacoustics.com
Web: www.interacoustics.com
The AD226 audiometer is intended to be used by an audiologist, hearing healthcare professional, or trained
technician in an extremely quiet environment according to the ISO standard 8253-1.This instrument is
intended for all patient groups regarding sex, age and health. Careful handling of instrument whenever in
contact with patient should be of high priority. Calm and stable positioning while testing is preferred for
optimal accuracy.
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1.4 Warnings
Throughout this manual the following meaning of warnings, cautions and notices are used:
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in damage of the equipment..
Reporting Imperfections
Inspect before connection
Prior to connecting the product it should once more be inspected for damage. All of the cabinet and the
accessories should be checked visually for scratches and missing parts.
Storage
If you need to store the AD226 for a period, please ensure it is stored uder the conditions specified in the
section for technical specifications.
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2.2 Marking
The following marking can be found on the instrument:
Symbol Explanation
Type B applied parts.
Patient applied parts that are not conductive and can be immediately
released from the patient.
WEEE (EU-directive)
This symbol indicates that when the end-user wishes to discard this product,
it must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
Failing to do so may endanger the environment.
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,
0123 has approved the quality system.
Year of manufacture
Do not re-use
Parts like ear-tips and similar are for single use only
External equipment intended for connection to signal input, signal output or other connectors shall comply
with relevant IEC standard (e.g. IEC 60950 for IT equipment). In these situations an optical isolator is
recommended to fulfill the requirements. Equipment not complying with IEC 60601-1 shall be kept outside
the patient environment, as defined in the standard (usually 1.5 meter). If in doubt, contact qualified medical
technician or your local representative.
This instrument does not incorporate any separation devices at connections for PC’s, printers, active
speakers etc. (Medical Electrical System)
When the instrument is connected to a PC and other items of equipment of a medical electrical system
assure that the total leakage current cannot exceed the safety limits and that separations have the dielectric
strength, creepage clearances and air clearances required fulfilling the requirements of IEC/ES 60601-1.
When the instrument is connected to a PC and other similar items be aware of not touching the PC and
patient simultaneously
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This instrument contains a coin-type lithium battery. The cell can only be changed by service personnel.
Batteries may explode or cause burns, if disassembled, crushed or exposed to fire or high temperatures. Do
not short-circuit.
Interacoustics will make available on request circuit diagrams, component part lists, descriptions, calibration
instructions, or other information that will assist service personnel to repair those parts of this audiometer that
are designated by the Interacoustics as repairable by service personnel
Never insert or in any way use the insert headset without a new clean non defect test tip. Always make sure
that foam or ear-tip is mounted correctly. Ear tips and foam are single use.
It is recommended that the disposable foam ear tips supplied with the optional EarTone5A insert transducers
are replaced after each patient tested. Disposable plugs also insure that sanitary conditions exist for each of
your patients, and that periodic cleaning of a headband or cushion is no longer required.
• The black tubing protruding the foam ear tip is attached to the sound tube nipple of the insert
transducer
• Roll the foam tip into the smallest possible diameter
• Insert into the ear canal of the patient
• Hold the foam tip until expanded and a seal is achieved
• After testing the patient the foam tip including the black tubing is detached from the sound tube
nipple
• The insert transducer should be examined prior to attaching a new foam tip
The instrument is not intended to be used in oxygen rich environments or use in conjunction with flammable
agents
NOTICE
To prevent system faults take appropriate precautions to avoid PC viruses and similar.
Use only transducers calibrated with actual instrument. To identify a valid calibration, the serial number for
the instrument will be marked on the transducer.
Although the instrument fulfils the relevant EMC requirements precautions should be taken to avoid
unnecessary exposure to electromagnetic fields, e.g. from mobile phones etc. If the device is used adjacent
to other equipment it must be observed that no mutual disturbance appears.Please also refer to EMC
concideration in the appendix.
Within the European Union it is illegal to dispose electric and electronic waste as unsorted
municipal waste. Electric and electronic waste may contain hazardous substances and therefore
has to be collected separately. Such products will be marked with the crossed-out wheeled bin
shown below. The cooperation of the user is important in order to ensure a high level of reuse and
recycling of electric and electronic waste. Failing to recycle such waste products in an appropriate
way may endanger the environment and consequently the health of human beings.
To prevent system faults take appropriate precautions to avoid PC viruses and similar.
Remove the batteries in the bottom if the instruments will not be used for some time.
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Power USB Host for USB Device for Insert Masking AUX Input ( for
connector Printer or PC communi- CIR33 future use )
Keyboard cation
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3.2 PC-Interface
Please refer to the Diagnostic Suite operation manual regarding hybrid mode (on-line and PC-operated
mode) as well as patient/session data transfer.
(3) (4)
(6)
(2
)
(16 (17
(13) (14) (15) (18
(7 (8) (9 (10 (11 (12) ) )
)
) ) ) )
(1
)
(30) (31
(32 (33
)
) (34) )
The following table describes the functions of the various buttons and dials.
Name(s)/Function(s) Description
3 Tone Indicator
Indication sign seen when a tone is presented to the patient.
4 Response Indicator
Green indication sign seen when the
patient activates the patient signal using the patient response.
7-12 Function Keys These keys are context sensitive and depend on the selected test
screen. The fuctions of these keys will be explained further in later
sections.
13 Shift The shift function will enable the clinician to activate the sub
functions written in italic underneath the buttons.
15 Tests Allows the clinician to access special tests. Hold down the “Tests”
button and use one of the rotary wheels (32)/(33) to select the
individual tests.
16 Del Point / Delete points during testing by selecting a point using the “Down”
del curve (30) and “Up” (31) buttons and pressing the “Del Point” button.
Delete the entire test curve of a graph by holding “Shift” (13) and
pressing the “Del Point” button.
17 Save Session/ Save a session after testing or alternatively create a new session
New Session by holding “Shift” (13) and pressing the “Save Session” button.
In the Save Session menu it is possible to save sessions, delete
and create clients and edit client names.
The maximum capacity is 200 clients. By choosing the “About” tab
in the Setup menu it is possible to see available client storage
space.
Please see section below for a screenshot of the Save Session
dialog.
19 Talk Forward Instruction to the patient directly through his headphones via the
microphone (35) can be given. The intensity changes by turning
the “HL dB” (32) while holding the “Talk Forward” button.
20 Tone / Warble Pure tones or warble tones can be chosen as stimuli by activating
this button once or twice. The stimulus chosen will be shown on
the display, e.g.:
21 Ext Range Extended Range: Usually the maximum output is e.g. 100dB but if
a higher output e.g. 120 dB is needed then “Ext Range” can be
activated when reaching a certain level.
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24 Store Use this function to store test thresholds / results. Press “Shift”
no resp (13) + “Store” to use the No Response function if the patient has
shown no response to stimuli.
32 HL db Channel 1 This allows for the adjusting of the intensity in channel 1 shown at
(5) in the display.
33 Masking Channel 2 Adjust the intensity level in channel 2 or masking levels when
masking is used. Shown at (6) in the display.
34 Tone Switch / Enter Used for tone presentation where the “Tone” indication sign (3)
will show. Can also be used as “Enter” (selection) button.
Battery operation
Insert batteries correct according to marking.
Note:
When the instrument is battery powered or USB-only
powered the maximum stimuli output level is reduced
20dB
Please refer to the Tone Test section above for key function descriptions for Function Keys (7), (8), (9),
(10).
(12)
Please refer to the Tone Test section above for key function descriptions for Function Keys (7), (8), (9),
(10).
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3.8 Setup
(12)
Session Open the View Session – Select Session menu and access or delete the session(s)
saved under the selected client.
Back Go back to the session.
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The purpose of routine checking is to ensure that the equipment is working properly, that its calibration
has not noticeably changed, and that its transducers and connections are free from any defect that might
adversely affect the test result. The checking procedures should be carried out with the audiometer set up
in its usual working situation. The most important elements in daily performance checks are the subjective
tests and these tests can only be successfully carried out by an operator with unimpaired and preferably
known good hearing. If a booth or separate test room is used, the equipment should be checked as
installed; an assistant may be required in order to carry out the procedures. The checks will then cover
the inter-connections between the audiometer and the equipment in the booth, and all connecting leads,
plugs, and socket connections at the junction box (sound room wall) should be examined as potential
sources of intermittency or incorrect connection. The ambient noise conditions during the tests should not
be substantially worse than those encountered when the equipment is in use.
The instrument had been designed to provide many years of reliable service, but annual calibration is
recommended due to possible impact on transducers.
We also required –recalibrating of the instrument; if something drastic happens to a part of it (e.g.
headset or bone conductor is dropped on a hard surface).
NOTICE
Great care should be exercised by the handling of earphones and other transducers, as mechanical
shock may cause change of calibration.
Procedure:
• Clean the instrument by wiping outer case with a lint free cloth lightly dampened in cleaning
solution
• Clean cushions and patient hand switch and other parts with a lint free cloth lightly dampened in
cleaning solution
• Make sure not to get moisture in the speaker portion of the earphones and similar parts
It is important that the customer (agent) fills out the RETURN REPORT every time a problem arises and
sends it to
10393 West 70th Street
Prairie
MN 55344
USA
This should also be done every time an instrument is returned to Interacoustics. (This of course also
applies in the unthinkable worst case of death or serious deterioration to patient or user).
4.4 Warranty
INTERACOUSTICS warrants that:
• The AD226 is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service
for a period of 12 months from the date of delivery by Interacoustics to the first purchaser
• Accessories are free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service
for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of delivery by Interacoustics to the first purchaser
If any product requires service during the applicable warranty period, the purchaser should
communicate directly with the local Interacoustics service centre to determine the appropriate repair
facility. Repair or replacement will be carried out at Interacoustics’ expense, subject to the terms of this
warranty. The product requiring service should be returned promptly, properly packed, and postage
prepaid. Loss or damage in return shipment to Interacoustics shall be at purchaser's risk.
In no event shall Interacoustics be liable for any incidental, indirect or consequential damages in
connection with the purchase or use of any Interacoustics product.
This shall apply solely to the original purchaser. This warranty shall not apply to any subsequent owner
or holder of the product. 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 by anyone other than an authorized Interacoustics service representative;
• altered in any way so as, in Interacoustics judgement, to affect its stability or reliability;
• subject to misuse or negligence or accident, or which has had the serial or lot number altered,
effaced or removed; or
• improperly maintained or used in any manner other than in accordance with the instructions
furnished by 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.
ANSI TDH39
IEC TDH39
Coupler: ANSI S3.7-1995 (NBS-9A) /
Coupler: IEC 60318-3 1998 (6ccm)
IEC 60318-3 1998 (6ccm)
Tone Audiometer
Tone Audiometer
Tone Narrow Band Noise
Tone Narrow Band Noise
ANSI S3.6-2010 ANSI S3.6-2010
ISO 389-1 1998 ISO 389-4 1994
Frequency RETSPL MaxHL RETSPL MaxHL
Frequency RETSPL MaxHL RETSPL MaxHL
125 45.0 85 49.0 65
125 45.0 85 49.0 65
160¹ 37.5 90 41.5 75
160 37.5 90 41.5 75
200¹ 31.5 95 35.5 80
200 31.5 95 35.5 80
250 25.5 105 29.5 85
250 25.5 105 29.5 85
315¹ 20.0 110 24.0 90
315 20.0 110 24.0 90
400¹ 15.0 115 19.0 95
400 15.0 115 19.0 95
500 11.5 120 15.5 100
500 11.5 120 15.5 100
630¹ 8.5 120 13.5 105
630 8.5 120 13.5 105
750 8.0 120 13.0 105
750 7.5 120 12.5 105
800¹ 7.0 120 12.0 105
800 7.0 120 12.0 105
1000 7.0 120 13.0 105
1000 7.0 120 13.0 105
1250¹ 6.5 120 12.5 105
1250 6.5 120 12.5 105
1500 6.5 120 12.5 105
1500 6.5 120 12.5 105
1600¹ 7.0 120 13.0 105
1600 7.0 120 13.0 105
2000 9.0 120 15.0 105
2000 9.0 120 15.0 105
2500¹ 9.5 120 15.5 105
2500 9.5 120 15.5 105
3000 10.0 120 16.0 105
3000 10.0 120 16.0 105
3150¹ 10.0 120 16.0 105
3150 10.0 120 16.0 105
4000 9.5 120 14.5 105
4000 9.5 120 14.5 105
5000¹ 13.0 120 18.0 105
5000 13.0 120 18.0 105
6000 15.5 110 20.5 95
6000 15.5 110 20.5 95
6300¹ 15.0 110 20.0 95
6300 15.0 110 20.0 95
8000 13.0 105 18.0 95
8000 13.0 105 18.0 95
WhiteNoise 0.0 120
WhiteNoise 0.0 120
TenNoise 25.0 110
TenNoise 25.0 110
¹ The RETSPL is copy from ISO389-1 1998
IEC B71
ANSI B71
Coupler 60318-6 2007
Coupler 60318-6 2007 Tone Audiometer
Tone Audiometer Tone Narrow Band Noise
Tone Narrow Band Noise ISO 389-3 1994 ISO 389-4 1994
ISO 389-3 1994 ISO 389-4 1994 Frequency RETSPL MaxHL RETSPL MaxHL
Frequency RETSPL MaxHL RETSPL MaxHL 125 - - - -
125 - - - - 160 - - - -
160 - - - - 200 - - - -
200 - - - - 250 67.0 45 71.0 30
250 67.0 45 71.0 30 315 64.0 50 68.0 35
315 64.0 50 68.0 35 400 61.0 65 65.0 50
400 61.0 65 65.0 50 500 58.0 65 62.0 50
500 58.0 65 62.0 50 630 52.5 70 57.5 55
630 52.5 70 57.5 55 750 48.5 70 53.5 55
750 48.5 70 53.5 55 800 47.0 70 52.0 55
800 47.0 70 52.0 55 1000 42.5 70 48.5 55
1000 42.5 70 48.5 55 1250 39.0 70 45.0 55
1250 39.0 70 45.0 55 1500 36.5 70 42.5 55
1500 36.5 70 42.5 55 1600 35.5 70 41.5 55
1600 35.5 70 41.5 55 2000 31.0 75 37.0 60
2000 31.0 75 37.0 60 2500 29.5 75 35.5 65
2500 29.5 75 35.5 65 3000 30.0 75 36.0 65
3000 30.0 75 36.0 65 3150 31.0 75 37.0 65
3150 31.0 75 37.0 65 4000 35.5 75 40.5 65
4000 35.5 75 40.5 65 5000 40.0 55 45.0 45
5000 40.0 55 45.0 45 45
6000 40.0 45.0 40
6000 40.0 45 45.0 40
6300 40.0 45 45.0 35
6300 40.0 45 45.0 35
8000 40.0 45 45.0 35 8000 40.0 45 45.0 35
WhiteNoise 42.5 70 WhiteNoise 42.5 70
ANSI CIR 22/CIR33
Coupler ANSI S3.7-1995 (HA-2)
Tone Audiometer
Tone Narrow Band Noise
ANSI S3.6-2010 ANSI S3.6-2010
Frequency RETSPL MaxHL RETSPL MaxHL
125 26.0 90 30.0 90
160 22.0 95 26.0 95
200 18.0 100 22.0 100
250 14.0 105 18.0 105
315 12.0 105 16.0 105
400 9.0 110 13.0 105
500 5.5 110 9.5 110
630 4.0 115 9.0 110
750 2.0 115 7.0 110
800 1.5 115 6.5 110
1000 0.0 120 6.0 110
1250 2.0 120 8.0 110
1500 2.0 120 8.0 110
1600 2.0 120 8.0 110
2000 3.0 120 9.0 110
2500 5.0 120 11.0 110
3000 3.5 120 9.5 110
3150 4.0 120 10.0 110
4000 5.5 115 10.5 105
5000 5.0 105 10.0 95
6000 2.0 100 7.0 95
6300 2.0 100 7.0 95
8000 0.0 90 5.0 90
WhiteNoise 0.0 110
IN
Ground DC -
5V /1.6A
DC Supply
Left
Right
Ground Signal -
Bone
Ins. Mask. 6.3mm Mono
Pat. Resp. -
6.3mm Stereo
3.5mm Stereo
1. +5 VDC 1. +5 VDC
2. Data - 2. Data -
3. Data + 3. Data +
4. Ground 4. Ground
5.3 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
• This instrument is suitable in hospital environments except for near active HF surgical equipment and RF
shielded rooms of systems for magnetic resonance imaging, where the intensity of electromagnetic
disturbance is high
• Use of this instrument adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should be avoided because it could
result in improper operation. If such use is necessary, this instrument and the other equipment should be
observed to verify that they are operating normally
• Use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those specified or provided by the manufacturer of
this equipment could result in increased electromagnetic emissions or decreased electromagnetic
immunity of this equipment and result in improper operation. The list of accessories, transducers and
cables can be found in this appendix.
• Portable RF communications equipment (including peripherals such as antenna cables and external
antennas) should be used no closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to any part of this instrument, including
cables specified by the manufacturer. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this equipment could
result
NOTICE ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE for this instrument is defined by the manufacturer as:
This instrument does not have an ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE Absence or loss of ESSENTIAL
PERFORMANCE cannot lead to any unacceptable immediate risk
• Final diagnosis shall always be based on clinical knowledge There are no deviations from the collateral
standard and allowances uses
• This instrument is in compliance with IEC60601-1-2:2014, emission class B group 1
NOTICE: There are no deviations from the collateral standard and allowances uses NOTICE: All necessary
instruction for maintaining compliance with regard to EMC can be found in the general maintenance section
in this instruction. No further steps required.
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect the AD226. Install and operate the AD226 according to the EMC
information presented in this chapter.
The AD226 has been tested for EMC emissions and immunity as a standalone instrument. Do not use the AD226 adjacent to or stacked
with other electronic equipment. If adjacent or stacked use is necessary, the user should verify normal operation in the configuration.
The use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those specified, with the exception of servicing parts sold by Interacoustics
as replacement parts for internal components, may result in increased EMISSIONS or decreased IMMUNITY of the device.
Anyone connecting additional equipment is responsible for making sure the system complies with the IEC 60601-1-2 standard.
Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the AD226.
The AD226 is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled.
The customer or the user of the AD226 can help prevent electromagnetic interferences by maintaining a minimum distance between
portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the AD226 as recommended below, according to the maximum
output power of the communications equipment.
Rated Maximum output Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter
power of transmitter [m]
[W] 150 kHz to 80 MHz 80 MHz to 800 MHz 800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
d = 1.17√𝑃 d = 1.17√𝑃 d = 2.23√𝑃
Voltage dips, short < 5% UT (>95% dip in UT) < 5% UT (>95% dip in UT) (>95% dip in UT)
interruptions and voltage for 0.5 cycle for 0.5 cycle for 5 sec Mains power quality
variations on power supply should be that of a typical
lines 40% UT (60% dip in UT) 40% UT (60% dip in UT) for commercial or residential
for 5 cycles 5 cycles environment. If the user of the
IEC 61000-4-11 AD226 requires continued
70% UT (30% dip in UT) 70% UT (30% dip in UT) for operation during power mains
for 25 cycles 25 cycles interruptions, it is
recommended that the AD226
<5% UT (>95% dip in UT) <5% UT be powered from an
for 5 sec uninterruptable power supply
or its battery.
Note: UT is the A.C. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.
Return Report – Form 001
Opr. dato: af: Rev. dato: af: Rev. nr.:
2014-03-07 EC MSt 4
Address
Company:
10393 West 70th Street
Prairie
Address: MN 55344
USA
Phone
Phone: (+1) 800 947 6334
Fax
Fax or e-mail: (+1) 952 903 4200
E-mail
rmd@interacoustics-us.com
Included parts:
Date : Person :
Please provide e-mail address or fax No. to whom Interacoustics may
confirm reception of the returned goods:
In order to ensure instant and effective treatment of returned goods, it is important that this form is filled in
and placed together with the item.
Please note that the goods must be carefully packed, preferably in original packing, in order to avoid damage
during transport. (Packing material may be ordered from Interacoustics)
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EC Medical Device Directive rules require immediate report to be sent, if the device by malfunction
deterioration of performance or characteristics and/or by inadequacy in labelling or instructions for use, has
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