With Ambient Noise Reduction Introduction Congratulations and thank you for choosing the 3M™ Littmann® Electronic Stethoscope Model 3200. The Model 3200 brings you the very latest in advanced auscultation and wireless electronics technology in a highly ergonometric and easy-to-use format.
Properly dispose of, or recycle, spent batteries. • No modifi cation of this equipment is allowed. Use only authorized 3M service personnel to repair this stethoscope. Read, understand, and follow all the safety information on the battery package.
Operator Profi le The 3M™ Littmann® Electronic Stethoscope Model 3200 is designed to be used by anyone who wishes to listen to sounds as described in the Intended Use section above. This manual provides complete information on how to operate the Model 3200 so that no additional operating training is required.
Serial Number Each 3M™ Littmann® Electronic Stethoscope Model 3200 comes with a unique serial number on the chestpiece for easy identifi cation. Please record your serial number in this manual for future reference: ____________________________ INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 1. Insert Battery Insert AA battery (provided in package) into Stethoscope.
3. Adjust Headset for Comfort To reduce spring tension in the headset, hold each eartube at the bend near the eartips and gradually pull apart until fully extended (180 degrees). Reduce Tension To increase spring tension, grasp the headset with one hand where the metal eartubes enter the plastic tubing, and squeeze until the plastic tubing on one eartube touches the other.
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5. Select Filter This electronic stethoscope allows the user to select between three different digital frequency fi lters to better emphasize the specifi c patient sounds of interest. • The Bellmode amplifi es sounds from 20 - 1000Hz, but emphasizes lower frequency sounds between 20 - 200Hz. •...
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7. Monitor Patient Heart Rate The Model 3200 detects and displays an acoustic-based heart rate when presented with consistent heart sounds (heart rate variation < 10%). It takes fi ve seconds to compute the initial heart rate and updates are provided every two seconds. The heart rate will then be displayed for 10 seconds after removal of the chestpiece from the patient.
9. Custom Confi guration The Model 3200 has several operational settings that can be changed using its confi guration menu system. Within this menu system, the (+) and (-) buttons are used for scrolling and the (M) button is used for selecting options. The Filter button acts as an escape key, used for returning to the previous menu or to the operating mode of the stethoscope.
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To select the power setting: Select the POWER option in the SETUP menu. Use the (-) and (+) buttons to scroll through the list of power settings. Press and release the (M) button to select a setting. The power settings provide different degrees of power consumption. In general, the longer the stethoscope remains in an active mode, the greater its power consumption.
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To specify the preset (default) volume level: Select the SET VOL option in the SETUP menu. Press and release the (M) button to select the current volume level as default. The factory default is level 3. To specify the preset (default) fi lter setting: Select the SET FLTR option in the SETUP menu. Press and release the (M) button to select the current fi...
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To select auto off power management: Select the AUTO OFF option in the SETUP menu. Use the (-) and (+) buttons to scroll through the list of options. Press and release the (M) button to select. The factory default is ENABLE. Two different settings work together to infl...
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With AUTO OFF feature DISABLED: SETUP Options Detail POWER HIGH Remains on full power for 7 minutes before entering standby Remains in standby for 5 hours before powering off Backlight remains lit for 5 seconds after pressing power button MEDIUM Remains on full power for 5 minutes before entering standby Remains in standby for 2 hours before powering off Backlight remains lit 5 seconds after pressing power button...
To specify Bluetooth mode: Select the BT COMM option in the SETUP menu. Use the (-) and (+) buttons to scroll through the list of options. The MANUAL option means that the Bluetooth link can be used for data transfers but requires user activation. The AUTO option means that the Bluetooth link is continuously powered and ready to connect to an external device which it has been previously paired.
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In order to transfer data between two Bluetooth devices, they must fi rst be “paired” electronically. Pairing is a discovery and authentication process that allows your Bluetooth equipped Model 3200 to communicate with another Bluetooth equipped device and establishes the link between these two devices as a trusted pair. The pairing process requires user operations to be performed on both the Model 3200 and the external device.
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How to transfer real-time data to an external device: 1. Ensure the Model 3200 is paired with the external device. 2. Depress and release the (M) button. Select the CONNECT option by again pressing and releasing the (M) button. The LCD screen will signal that the Bluetooth link is active.
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11. Using Onboard Recording Onboard recording provides a means to acquire and play an auscultation sound track for a maximum of 29 seconds. This track can be uploaded to an external device using the Bluetooth link and the software accompanying the Model 3200. How to record a sound track: 1.
If you experience any problems with the electronic stethoscope, do not attempt to repair it yourself. Please notify our 3M Health Care Service Center for directions on shipping and receiving.
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Service & Warranty Program Your 3M™ Littmann® Electronic Stethoscope Model 3200 comes with the fi nest service and warranty policy in the industry. The 3M™ Littmann® Electronic Stethoscope Model 3200 is warranted against any defects in material and manufacture for a period of two years.
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Declaration – Electromagnetic Emissions The 3M™ Littmann® Electronic Stethoscope Model 3200, is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specifi ed below. The customer or the user of the Model 3200 should assure that it is used in such an environment.
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Declaration – electromagnetic immunity The 3M™ Littmann® Electronic Stethoscope Model 3200, is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specifi ed below. The customer or the user of Model 3200 should assure that it is used in such an environment.
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Declaration – electromagnetic immunity - continued The 3M™ Littmann® Electronic Stethoscope Model 3200, is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specifi ed below. The customer or the user of Model 3200 should assure that it is used in such an environment.
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Recommended Separation Distances Between Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment and the 3M™ Littmann® Electronic Stethoscope Model 3200 The Model 3200 is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the Model 3200 can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the Model 3200 as recommended below, according to the maximum output of the communications equipment.
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