Interacoustics VRA Screen User manual

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Instructions for Use - EN
VRA Screen
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Contents
1 Introduction..................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 About this manual .................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Intended use............................................................................................................................ 1
1.3 Contraindications ..................................................................................................................... 1
1.4 Product description.................................................................................................................. 1
1.5 Minimum requirements ............................................................................................................. 1
2 Unpacking and installation ............................................................................................................... 2
2.1 Unpacking and inspection......................................................................................................... 2
2.2 Reporting imperf ections............................................................................................................ 2
2.3 Saf ety precautions ................................................................................................................... 2
2.3.1 Cautions – general............................................................................................................ 2
2.4 Malf unctio n.............................................................................................................................. 3
3 Visual reinf orcement audiometry (VRA)............................................................................................. 4
4 Getting started................................................................................................................................. 5
4.1 The VRA system ...................................................................................................................... 5
4.1.1 PC and connections.......................................................................................................... 5
4.1.2 Setup ............................................................................................................................... 6
4.1.3 Start-up ............................................................................................................................ 6
4.1.4 Setup window................................................................................................................... 7
4.2 The Playlist Creator.................................................................................................................. 8
4.2.1 PC requirements using the Playlist Creator......................................................................... 8
4.2.2 Sof tware Install ation.......................................................................................................... 8
4.2.3 Getting started using the Playlist Creator...........................................................................10
4.3 Drag and drop.........................................................................................................................11
5 Care and maint enance....................................................................................................................13
5.1 General maintenanc e procedures ............................................................................................13
5.2 Repair ....................................................................................................................................13
5.3 Warranty ................................................................................................................................14
6 General technical specif ication for PC..............................................................................................15

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1Introduction
1.1 About this manual
This manual is valid f o r the Interacoustics VRA Screen. This product is distributed by Interacoustics A/S.
Interacoustics A/S
Audiometer Allé 1
5500 Middelf art
Denmark
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: inf [e-mail]
Web: www.interacoustics.com
1.2 Intended use
The Interacoustics VRA Screen is a manually controlled visual reinf orcement system. The system is aimed at
giving visual rewards to pediatric patients to keep their f ocus during audiometric assessment.
1.3 Contraindications
None known.
1.4 Product description
The Interacoustics VRA Screen provides the ability to support up to three visual reinf orcement screens
where motions and still pictures can be used as rewards.
The Playlist Creator software delivered with the VRA system makes it possible to adjust the d ef ault p laylists
provided and create playlists of you own.
Included parts:
•VRA PC
•Mouse
•USB with VRA playlist creator
•Instructions for Use
•2 HDMI cables
Optional parts:
If screens with built-in speakers are used f or the setup, then these can be used. If not, separate speakers
can be ordered if audio is wanted.
•Speakers f or audio rewards (Tabletop active speaker #8104162).
•1 extra HDMI cable
•1 DP to HDMI adaptor
Needed in addition:
1-3 screens in accordance with the requirements.
1.5 Minimum requirements
Screens
•Resolution 1024x768 (recomended 1920x1080)
•HDMI support

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2Unpacking and installation
2.1 Unpacking and inspection
Check for damage
When you receive the VRA Screen system, please check the shipping box for rough handling and damage. If
the box is damaged, you should keep it until the contents of the shipment have been checked mechanically
and electrically. If your VRA Screen is f aulty, please contact your local distributor. Keep the shipping material
f or the carrier’s inspection and insurance claim.
Keep carton for future shipment
The instrument comes with shipping cartons, which are specif ically designed f or the components. It is recom-
mended to keep the cartons f or f uture shipments in case of any need f or return or service.
2.2 Reporting imperfections
Inspect before connection
Prior to connecting the product, you should inspect it once more f or damage. You should visually check the
cabinet and the accessories for scratches and missing parts.
Report any faults immediately
Any missing parts or malf unctions should be reported immediately to the supplier of the instrument together
with the invoice, serial number, and a detailed report of the problem. At the end of this manual, you will find a
"Return Report", where you can describe the problem.
Please use the "Return Report"
Use of the return report provides the service engineer with the relevant inf ormation to investigate the re-
ported issue. Without this inf ormation, there may be dif f iculty in determining the f ault and repairing the de-
vice. Please always return the device with a completed Return Report in order to guarantee a satisf actory
repair.
2.3 Safety precautions
Read these instructions caref ully and completely bef ore using the prod uct.
2.3.1 Cautions – general
If the system is not f unctioning properly, do not use it until all necessary repairs are made and the unit
is tested f or proper f unctioning in accordance with Interacoustics’ specif ications.
Do not drop or in any other way cause undue impact to this device. If the instrument is damaged, re-
turn it to the manufacturer f or repair. Do not use the instrument if any damage is suspected.
This product and its components will perf orm reliably only when operated and maintained in accord-
ance with the instructions contained in this manual, accompanying labels, and/or inserts. A def ective
product should not be used. Make sure all connections to external accessories are secured properly.
Parts which may be broken or missing or are visibly worn or distorted should be replaced immediately
with clean, genuine replacement parts manuf actured by or available f rom Interacoustics.

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Interacoustics will make available on request circuit diagrams, component part lists, descriptions, cali-
bration instructions, or other inf ormation that will assist authorized service personnel to repair those
parts of this instrument that are designated by Interacoustics as repairable by service personnel.
No parts of the equipment can be serviced or maintained while in use with the patient.
The instrument is not intended f or use in environments exp osed to f luid spills.
2.4 Malfunction
In the event of a product malf unction, it is important to protect patients, users, and other per-
sons against harm. Therefore, if the product has caused, or potentially could cause such harm,
it must be quarantined immediately.
Both harmful and harmless malfunctions, related to the product itself or to its use, must immedi-
ately be reported to the distributor where the product was acquired. Please remember to include
as many details as possible e.g. the type of harm, serial number of the product, sof tware ver-
sion, co nnected accessories and any other relevant inf ormation.
In case of death or serious incident in relation to the use of the device, the incident must imme-
diately be reported to Interacoustics and the local national competent authority.