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Introduction
1.1
Brief description
Note
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This manual is your guide to the use and maintenance of Alpha OAE+. We strongly
recommend that you read it carefully before using Alpha OAE+ for the first time.
We also recommend that you take particular note of the cleaning and maintenance instructions.
Failure to use and maintain Alpha OAE+ correctly may void your warranty.
Alpha OAE+ is a fast, reliable, easy to use, and lightweight hearing screener.
Alpha OAE+ provides for easy navigation using its touch screen function.
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The docking station
Alpha OAE+ is supplied with a docking station, which provides for:
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easy recharging of the battery
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printing from a document printer
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creating a PDF with test results
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printing from a label printer
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Printing
For printing instructions see
Alpha OAE+
You can place Alpha OAE+ in the docking station and send reports to a PC. You can then print the reports from the PC. If
you have an optional label printer, it can be connected to the docking station and then you can print test results from the
label printer.
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Intended Use
The Type 1077 device is indicated for use in the recording and automated analysis of human physiological data (screening
auditory brainstem responses and/or otoacoustic emissions) necessary for the diagnosis of auditory and hearing-related dis-
orders.
Distortion Product Otoacoustic Emissions and Transient Evoked Otoacoustic Emissions:
The Type 1077 DPOAE module and TEOAE module can be used for patients of all ages, from children to adults, including
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