Finding Clarity Amid CacoPhony
Until now, the advantages of amplification in an
electronic stethoscope have been negated by the
sensitivity of electronic stethoscopes to distracting
sounds from ambient room noise and friction on
the surface of the patient’s body.
But thanks to a proprietary technological
advancement known as Ambient Noise Reduction
(ANR), the 3M Littmann Electronic Stethoscope
Model 3000 allows you to reduce distracting
room noise by an average of 75% without
eliminating critical body sounds. Combine that
with amplification up to 18 times greater than
the best acoustic (non-electronic) stethoscope
and you have an instrument that is uniquely
equipped to help you pick up difficult-to-hear
heart, lung and other body sounds.
Even when the world around you is filled with
distracting noise.
How Ambient Noise Reduction (ANR) Works
Ambient noise isn’t just in the air; it also travels
through the patient’s body. The key to reducing
ambient noise is to address both pathways. And
ANR does just that without filtering away important
sounds. Noise from the room enters the stethoscope
through a thin gap in the chestpiece and, once
inside, meets noise that enters through the body.
The two cancel each other out, leaving the heart,
lung and other body sounds you want to hear.
Unique Design
Because of the unique design of its diaphragm and sensor, the Model 3000 can be used comfortably on all body types and sizes. The versatile chestpiece can accommodate infant, pediatric and adult patients, and it is ergonomically designed for easy hand manipulation and patient comfort.
Service & Warranty
3M Health Care warrants that for two years after delivery this product will be free from defects in workmanship or materials. 3M also warrants that this product is fit for use in accordance with its directions for use. However, 3M does not warrant that this product is fit for any other particular purpose. This warranty does not apply if this device has been altered, misused or repaired by persons not authorized by 3M.
Benefits
- Amplification is up to 18 times greater than the best non-electronic stethoscopes.
- Ambient Noise Reduction (ANR) technology.
- Ergonomic, one-button control allows you to adjust volume and frequency mode with one finger.
- Traditional cardiology tube set allows scope to easily fold and be placed in pocket.
- Single AAA battery provides up to 200 hours (approximately 6 months) of use.
- Programmable volume settings.
- Versatile chestpiece can accommodate infant, pediatric and adult patients.
- Nonchill diaphragm for patient comfort.
Patent-pending low friction diaphragm surface.
- Excellent acoustic seal and comfortable fit with patented 3M™ Littmann® Snap Tight Soft-Sealing Eartips.
- Automatic power shut-down after 3 minutes from last button activation.
- Available in multiple colors.
- Two-year warranty.