The E-Scope Electronic Stethoscope Catalog of Products April 25, 2012

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1 The E-Scope Electronic Stethoscope Catalog of Products April 25, 2012 Cardionics, 910 Bay Star Blvd., Webster, Texas USA Telephone: Toll-free USA & Canada Web:

2 Contents Description Page No. Summary chart.. 1 E-Scope Product description 2 General Clinical Use.. 4 In-the-ear (ITE) & Behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aids.. 7 EMS use in Ambulance 10 Headphones for ITE and BTE type hearing aid 13 Accessories for Teaching.15 Service or technical information 18 Index 19 E-Scope is a registered trademark of Cardionics, Webster, Texas Specialist & StethView are trademarks of Cardionics, Webster, Texas b

3 Summary of Use E-Scope Electronic Stethoscope Where Used Cat. no. Description Recommended Accessories Page Number General clinical Clinical Model None 4 use E-Scope With ITE hearing aid Hearing Impaired E-Scope with traditional style None 7 With BTE hearing aid headphones Hearing Impaired E- Scope with headphones Veterinary use Clinical model E- Scope With Implant Cochlear or Baja Ambulance/EMS use Hearing Impaired E- Scope with headphones E-Scope EMS with aviation style headphones Call Cardionics 7 Low frequency 4 headphones Speech none processor Cable set Call Cardionics for assistance None 10 1

4 Description Common to all E-Scope Models Major Features Cardionics supplies three basic types of E-Scopes E-Scope Clinical Model, E-Scope Hearing Impaired Model and the E-Scope EMS. Various accessories are added to adapt the E-Scope to different procedures and applications. Each E-Scope has the following characteristics: Slim-line design. The E-Scope is a slim-line design that easily wraps around the neck when not in use. It is lighter than an acoustic stethoscope. Fingertip Control. All the controls for volume and heart sound or breath sound filters are on the head of the stethoscope making it easy for the user to set the volume or filter. Volume control. On the stethoscope head, there is a (+) and ( ) symbol that allows the user to increase or decrease the sound level. Filter control. A frequency switch for heart sounds ( Hz) and breath sounds ( Hz). This allows the listener to concentrate on a particular sound Automatic shut off. The E-Scope shuts off automatically at 1.5 to 2 minutes. Cardionics also has models with 8 minute and 60 minute shut off timers available upon request at no additional charge at the time of order. Automatic volume restart. The E-Scope remembers the last volume setting so that when it is turned on, the volume will be set to the previous volume. Off-the-Shelf Battery. The E-Scope uses a standard off-the-shelf AAA battery that operates the E-Scope for 4 months assuming usage at 30 times per day, 6 days per week. Replacement batteries are available at any supermarket or drug store. Extra ear tips. The E-Scope is supplied with two additional types of ear tips so the user can select the most comfortable soft rubber, hard plastic or mushroom type. Ability to change chest pieces. Most electronic stethoscopes have a fixed diaphragm with an electronic switch to change to a bell. Most physicians, however, prefer a physical bell as is found on a standard acoustic stethoscope. A real bell allows the physician to listen to lower frequencies in a manner in which he/she is most accustomed. A bell is used to listen to the lower frequencies and has no diaphragm touching the skin. By pressing the bell on the skin, it can be stretched forming a natural diaphragm. Selection of diaphragms and bells. The E-Scope is supplied with an adult and pediatric diaphragm as well as three sizes of bells adult, pediatric and infant. Less amplification of room noise. The design of the E-Scope significantly 2

5 reduces the amplification of unwanted outside room noise when used in the heart sound setting. When used in the lung sound setting, there is a little more noise introduced due to the wider frequency band. E-Scope Electronic Stethoscope General Description Maximum Amplitude. For the E-Scope II, the maximum amplitude or sound pressure level output without distortion is 120 db at 100 Hz. This is about 30 times louder than an acoustic stethoscope. Operator s Manual. A complete Operator s Manual is included with each E-Scope. a Specialist Adult Diaphragm which is machined form high grade stainless steel. It provides greater sensitivity and improved performance. The performance of the Adult Specialist Diaphragm has a 3 db (or 50%) higher output than the standard Diaphragm over the 20 to 200 Hz frequency range. Specialist Adult Diaphragm A Specialist Adult Diaphragm is supplied with each E-Scope. The trademark Specialist Refers to a diaphragm that has been machined from high-grade stainless steel. It has greater sensitivity, a heavier feel and less outside noise. Specialist Adult Bell. Cardionics supplies an optional stainless steel bell and diaphragm as well as a Specialist Pediatric Bell. Specialist Pediatric Bell. The Specialist Pediatric Bell output has, on average, about 60% higher than the standard pediatric bell over a 50 to 200 Hz frequency range for both heart and breath sound filter settings. Warranty: One year - parts and labor. Below is a photo and description of each model E-Scope supplied by Cardionics. The description will be the same as above except when indicated. 3

6 E-Scope Clinical Model Cat. no Suggested Application: Professional Clinical Use. E-Scope Electronic Stethoscope Clinical Model Specialist Adult Diaphragm (supplied) Description: Same as general description except that the Clinical Model E-Scope (shown above) will be supplied with a Specialist Diaphragm as a standard item. This E-Scope is designed for professional clinical use. In addition to the Specialist Diaphragm, this E-Scope is supplied with a stamped metal pediatric diaphragm as well as three sizes of plastic bells adult, pediatric and infant. E-Scope head with Specialist Adult Bell E-Scope head with Specialist Adult Diaphragm 4

7 Specialist Pediatric Bell, Specialist Adult Bell and Specialist Adult Diaphragm. 5

8 E-Scope Hearing Impaired Model Cat. no Suggested Application: With ITE (in-the-ear) type hearing aid or BTE open fit hearing aid. E-Scope Model With Traditional Style Headphones E-Scope Hearing Impaired Model (Belt Model), Cat. no With Convertible style headphones

9 Description: E-Scope, cat. no can be supplied with Traditional style headphones, or supplied with convertible style headphones. E-Scope cat. no are supplied with an Adult Specialist Diaphragm. Optional items include a Specialist Bell, cat. no and Specialist Pediatric Bell (cat. no ). The Specialist heads are machined from high-grade stainless steel. They provide a superior sound quality, much greater sensitivity, have a heavier feel and less likelihood of outside noise. E-Scope Electronic Stethoscope, cat. no is designed for individuals with inthe-ear (ITE) or open fit BTE type hearing aids. An open fit type hearing aid is one that does NOT completely occlude the ear canal. The db level of the E-Scope is 130 db SPL. This is approximately 30 times louder than a normal acoustic stethoscope. The E-Scope, cat. no has been modified by removing the normal binaural ear pieces and replaced with an external set of low frequency headphones. These headphones are placed over the ears without removing the hearing aid. This has worked well for the vast majority of hearing aid users. Optional Headphones The below headphones are supplied as part of the E-Scope Hearing Impaired Models. Most users have an extra set of headphones as a back-up. Below are photos and catalog numbers for headphones when ordered separately. Both of the below headphones are intended to be connected to the top of the E-Scope. The connector is a 3.5 mm mono connector. Headphone, cat. no Headphone cat. no Convertible Style Headphones Traditional style E-Scope headphones The above headphones use the same speaker element. The Convertible style headphones have a bridge that is worn over the head or behind the head. The ear pieces are just flipped to convert from one position to another. 7

10 The Traditional style headphones (above right) are worn over the head. These headphones have a separate volume control. Occasionally, large headphones are required. Below is an example of our large over ear headphone. Cardionics large headphones, cat. no Each set of headphones are tested for low frequencies and serialized. IMPORTANT NOTE: Hearing deficiencies vary considerably from person to person. Your audiologist is the best source of information on your particular hearing problem. You should consult with your audiologist if you have any specific questions about the use of your hearing aid with the E-Scope Electronic Stethoscope or any similar device. As in all cases where hearing loss is involved, the audiologist can advise you as to the best solution for your situation. If they are unfamiliar with electronic stethoscopes, please have them call Cardionics and I ll put them in touch with an audiologist that is very familiar with the E-Scope. 8

11 E-Scope EMS Electronic Stethoscope Cat. no E-Scope EMS Electronic Stethoscope Description: The E-Scope EMS is designed for use in an ambulance. It has aviation style headphones and a detachable stethoscope assembly. It is designed to provide maximum amplification of breath sounds and heart sounds with superior insulation from outside noise. The E-Scope EMS defaults to the breath sound mode for convenience of the paramedic. The E-Scope EMS is supplied with a Specialist Diaphragm, but Specialist Bell or Specialist Pediatric bell can be added. Aviation Style Headphones. To minimize outside noise and enhance comfort, the E- Scope EMS Electronic Stethoscope utilizes aviation-style headphones. The padded seal around the ears and insulation inside the headphones significantly reduce outside noise allowing the paramedic to hear soft breath and/or heart sounds in an ambulance or other noisy environment. The ear pads provide cushioned comfort for long-term use. Finger-tip Control. All the controls for volume and heart sound or breath sound filters are on the stethoscope chest piece and as well as on the headphone. Volume Control. On the stethoscope chest piece, the + or symbol is pressed to increase or decrease the sound volume. On the headphone, a toggle switch increases or decreases the sound volume. The toggle switch is easily operated with a gloved finger. Breath and Heart Sound Filter Control. Since breath sounds are in the Hz range and heart sounds are in the Hz range, the E-Scope EMS can be adjusted to concentrate on these frequency ranges. The symbol on the stethoscope chest piece switches the frequency response between these two ranges. A push button on the headphone is also available for a quick frequency response change. Automatic Shut Off. To extend the life of the AA battery, the E-Scope EMS shuts off automatically after 1.5 minutes (an optional 8-minute shut off is available.) 9

12 Automatic Volume Restart. When the E-Scope is turned ON, it remembers the last volume setting thus keeping new volume adjustments to a minimum Off-the-Shelf Battery. The E-Scope EMS uses a standard off-the-shelf AA battery that operates the E-Scope EMS for about 5 months assuming usage at 30 times per day, 6 days per week. Replacement batteries are available wherever batteries are sold. Accessories for ITE hearing aids Low Frequency headphones Cat. No Traditional style headband worn over the head Cat. No Convertible style headband worn over or behind the head Lightweight, low frequency headphones Cat. no Cat. No Description: The headphones that can be used with the are shown above. Catalog No Headphones, Large Encompassing Large Over-Ear type headphones Cat. no

13 Description: The above headphones can be used with cat. no Hearing Impaired Model E- Scopes. They completely encompass the ears. They can be used with ITE or BTE type hearing aids. Stethophone Cat. no Accessories for Teaching Stethophone for second listener For teaching with E-Scope Description: The Cardionics Stethophone can be attached to any E-Scope. Its purpose is for training. Two listeners can hear a single patient simultaneously. The sound heard by both listeners is identical. 11

14 Learning Cardiac Auscultation CD-ROM with quiz Cat. no Description: This CD-ROM presents all common heart sounds and murmurs as well as their variations. It is possible to alter the volume of any part of a sound. For example, in listening to the murmurs of mitral stenosis, the middiastolic murmur can be played while muting the presystolic murmur for teaching purposes. In the above example, Physiological Splitting of the Second Sound is seen and heard. Breath sounds are added so as to heart the effects of respiration on the splitting. Heart rates of each sound are displayed. 12

15 Sales, Service and Technical Information All E-Scope products are warranted for one year for any defects in manufacturing. Please see the warranty statement in the E-Scope Operator s Manual. Service or Repairs Under warranty Cardionics will endeavor to repair any Cardionics product in a minimum of time at reasonable cost. If your E-Scope is under warranty and the problem one of a manufacturing defect, there will be no charge for the repair. However, there will be a $15.00 shipping and handling charge within the US. Outside the US, shipping charges will be at cost. This charge will be made on your credit card. Out-of-warranty: Most E-Scope repair charges for out-of-warranty repairs will fall between $25 and $50.00 plus shipping and handling charge of $15.00 within the US. Cardionics will call you with an estimate prior to making any out-of-warranty repair. Shipping charges: The customer is responsible for shipping the products to Cardionics. We recommend UPS, FedEx or insured US Mail. Cardionics cannot issue a pick up order. Exchange price: If you order an E-Scope, it may be exchanged for another model within 90 days of purchase. There will be a $25.00 handling charge for an exchange. This is due to reprocessing and retesting and administrative work in serial number identification recording. Trial Unit. If an E-Scope is order and returned within 30 days for any reason, there will be a $25.00 restocking charge for reprocessing and retesting plus the outgoing freight charges. Technical Support. Cardionics will supply unlimited technical support 13

16 Index Accessories for Hearing Aids Headphones Accessories for Teaching Learning Cardiac Auscultation Description - E-Scope 2 E-Scope Clinical Model... 4 E-Scope EMS... 9 E-Scope Hearing Impaired Model ITE type... 6 Headphones... 7 Large, encompassing..8,10 Light-weight Headphones 10 Learning Cardiac Auscultation - CD- ROM Second listener Service Repairs & Technical Service 14 Software for E-Scope Specialist Chest Pieces... 5 Specialist Pediatric Bell... 3 Stethophone