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Chapter 1: Introduction
The GSI AudioStar Pro™ continues the tradition of excellence in clinical
audiometry by maintaining the Grason-Stadler legacy of fast, efficient, and
familiar navigation. The one-button, one-function front panel of the AudioStar
Pro is recognized worldwide as the Gold Standard of user-friendly design,
allowing audiologists to test with confidence. From the extra large display that
reduces eye strain, to the ergonomic housing that maximizes hand and wrist
comfort, and the light pipes around selected test buttons allowing concentrated
focus on the patient, the AudioStar Pro has every desired feature.
Audiologists appreciate the flexibility of a stand-alone audiometer that offers
seamless data transfer to a computer. In the event of a network failure or
computer lock-up, the examiner will not lose patient data or the ability to test.
The stand alone configuration is optimized with direct connection to a wireless
keyboard and mouse making it fast and easy to enter patient demographics,
report comments, and expedite test administration. In addition, direct connection
to a printer and the integrated print button make it possible to print a complete
report for immediate review with the patient or physician. User login and
password controls provide security for patient data in compliance with HIPAA.
Complete audiometric results may be transferred to software such as GSI Suite
and Noah, or integrated with your facility’s EMR/EHR system.
The AudioStar Pro addresses the needs of a broad patient population. This
revolutionary audiometer introduces complete flexibility in signal routing by
enabling the user to select either Channel 1 or Channel 2 as the recorded stimulus
channel. The active microphone during tone presentation ensures there are no
delays in reinforcing or coaching. The built-in auxiliary intercom allows direct
communication between operator and assistant which eliminates the need for an
external intercom system. The built-in monitor speaker allows third parties to
participate in the patient evaluation. The built-in VRA controls facilitate fast and
simple activation of VRA systems eliminating the need for an external control
box. The pediatric centered signal options including pediatric noise provide
unique, frequency specific stimuli for pediatric testing. The built-in sound field
amplifier provides testing to 90 dB HL without the expense or space required for
an external amplifier. High performance speakers and a high performance
external amplifier are additional options for achieving 96 dB HL and 102 dB HL
outputs in the sound field environment. The built-in selection of Special Tests
including QuickSIN, BKB-SIN and TEN HL address special hearing evaluations.
The direct calibration for all the transducers allows seamless transition between
AC transducers without the need to plug and unplug saving time and eliminating
the need for correction factors.
The AudioStar Pro comes standard with integrated word lists for repeatable and
reliable recorded speech testing. Auto-advance, auto-play, auto-scoring and
mouse control allows the examiner to present, pause, repeat, skip, and score with
ultimate ease, removing the main objection for recorded speech testing. Other
speech-in-noise tests and word lists can be loaded directly from a flash drive.
Eight Test Type buttons allow access to protocols that are customized to facility
preferences. Tests are pre-programmed to optimize efficiency and workflow.
