Overview for Welch Allyn 28600 TM 286 AutoTymp Tympanometric System

The Welch Allyn TM 286 AutoTymp offers flexible screening for tympanometry, acoustic reflex measurements and audiometry. This lightweight portable AutoTymp is designed to make detection and documentation of the middle ear pathologies fast and accurate.

This device is equipped with LEDs on the probe which guide the tester through the test. The tympanograms and summary information can be viewed on the clear LCD screen when the test is complete. Test results may be printed on the internal printer. If needed, the ASHA normal box can be shown as a guide on the display and printouts.

Tymp and Reflex
Lpsilateral reflex measurements are easily performed with 226 Hz tympanometry. Available frequencies are 500, 1000, 2000 and 4000 Hz. All reflex results may be displayed and printed. Any combination of ipsi reflex measurements up to 4 frequencies may be selected.

Audiometry
Both automated and manual audiometry are available with the Welch Allyn TM 286. When manual audiometry testing is performed, the operator controls the selection of frequencies, signal format (steady, pulsed and FM), intensity, tone presentation and identification of the hearing threshold values per frequency tested. During automated audiometry, the test protocol is selected in the Program mode and includes frequencies to be tested, signal format, intensity range and scoring rules. When the test begins, the test sequence is controlled by the TM 286 based upon the operation of the optional hand switch of the person being tested.

The test results are displayed as an audiogram on the LCD screen as they become available. Test results may be printed in a tabular or audiogram format. It is possible to store the calibration values for both the TDH and insert phones so that a simple button press selects the transducer and its calibration.

Printing, Storing, and Data Transfer
The built-in printer provides the ability to obtain hard copies of all test results. A maximum of 12 test results can be stored in the TM 286 memory. Alternatively, the test results can be sent to an external printer via the built-in USB port. An external inkjet printer which recognizes the PCL3 or PCL3GUI language format may be selected.

Test results may also be transferred via the second built-in USB port to an external computer for data storage.

The Welch Allyn TM 286 AutoTymp is guaranteed to provide you with superior service, and includes a one year warranty against defects in material and workmanship.