Maico MA 53 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions MA 53Geba_MA53_e_13a.doc 25 851 430/3 11/115 Speech audiometry5.1 Connecting the speech source5.1.1 Connecting a CD-playerTo conduct speech tests using speech testmaterial you can connect a CD-player to theMA 53. Use a standard phono plug cable toconnect the right and left outputs of thedevice with the corresponding inputs  and on the rear panel of the MA 53. To avoidpinching the cables when closing the cover,lay the cables in the slots provided.If you are using a small portable CD-playeror tape you can place it on top of the coverof the MA 53. This saves space and makes the usage of the CD-player or tapevery convenient.Caution: If you are using a CD- or tape-player powered by electrical current,the player must meet electrical safety requirements, such as IEC 601-1 or UL.This is to avoid electrical shock of either the patient or you. If you are not sureif your player meets these requirements it is safer to use battery power.5.1.2 Connecting a MicrophoneConnect the microphone to the SPEECHMIC connector  on the rear panel of theMA 53 (see picture 30). To avoid pinchingthe cables when closing the cover, lay thecables in the slots provided. Place themicrophone on top of the cover of the MA53. The microphone can be used for livespeech audiometry and communicationwith the patient. If your instrument issupplied with a monitor/mic headset,connect the phone plug labeled M with theSPEECH MIC connector .Picture 29 MA 53 rear panelwith TAPE/CD inputPicture 30 MA 53 rear panelwith SPEECH MIC input