Operating Manual Audiology Scanners
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Scanning a barcode
USB barcode scanners read and decipher barcodes, e.g. of laboratory labels.
In aural Scan, scan names can be created and new projects can be started
using a barcode scanner.
This function is not available for mono Scan.
USB barcode scanners are not available from smart optics.
Preparation
aural Scan can be left open.
Connect the USB barcode scanner to aural Scan‘s PC following the
manufacturer’s instructions.
The USB barcode scanner is usually recognized and set up automatically
by Windows.
Adjusting the settings for scan names
Recommendation:
In the menu, select Settings and then the General tab.
Enable the option Use the same name for the left and right ear casts.
A single barcode assigns the name to the left and right side.
Starting a scan project with a barcode
Start a new scan project.
The cursor will flash in the left naming field.
Scan the barcode.
The scanning process will start.
Use Same Scan Name Prefix (recommended option):
Enabled.
The scanned name will be displayed in both naming fields.
Is not enabled.
The barcode names the left side and the name by default (time stamp)
is applied to the right side.
To replace the time stamp, mark it (e.g. with TAB) and scan a barcode.