Directional hearing

ERKI

Measuring localisation ability with ease

A directional hearing test system based on the AT2000 clinical audiometer. Automatic. Intuitive. Designed for use in routine clinical practice, research and the care of cochlear implant patients. Particularly popular with children.

Multichannel audiometry
Surround module

ERKI IN DETAIL

Directional hearing system. Audiometry
of the future

ERKI is the first medical device in Germany that enables automated testing of directional hearing within a very short time (<10 mins). This provides important information for diagnosis and treatment. 

ERKI is useful in the diagnosis of bilateral cochlear implant (CI) fitting, acute hearing loss and auditory processing and perception disorders (APPD). Measurements using ERKI can be carried out even on pre-school children. 


 

Surround module

At least 8 pure free-field channels for the simultaneous playback of different signals in different directions

Multichannel audiometry

The use of multiple channels in parallel for complex and real-life examinations and DAÜ assessment

Implant connection

Specialised line-out for non-invasive testing of CI patients with a direct connection

Binaurality

All speech audiometry tests can be carried out binaurally

Multilingual speech audiometry

Innovative speech intelligibility tests using international speech assessment methods

Advanced free-field measurement

Precise measurements in a free-field environment using state-of-the-art technology and high accuracy

Modular hardware design

Flexible configuration using components developed and manufactured in Germany

PRODUCT GALLERY

ERKI from every angle

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Documents relating to ERKI

ERKI Structure – Short film

ERKI Structure – Short film

ONLINE GUIDES

Step by step towards your goal

Our interactive tutorials will guide you step by step through all the key stages of using the application.

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PERSONAL ADVICE

Which solution is right for your application?

Our experts will advise you personally on products, configurations and possible applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Key facts about the AT2000 at a glance

Here you will find answers regarding the areas of application, functions, expansion options and technical requirements of the clinical multi-channel audiometer.

The AT2000 is a modular, multi-channel clinical audiometer. It supports tone, speech and free-field measurements, as well as specialised applications such as multi-channel audiometry, directional hearing, paediatric audiometry and the direct stimulation of cochlear implants. The equipment and test procedures can be configured to suit the specific area of application.

The AT2000 is designed specifically for ENT and paediatric audiology clinics, cochlear implant centres, universities, research institutions and specialist audiology practices. Thanks to its modular design, the system can be used for both routine clinical diagnostics and complex measurement set-ups.

In multi-channel audiometry, more than two different signals can be output simultaneously via different transducers. For example, speech and background noise can be reproduced from different directions whilst a separate masking signal is output via an earphone. This enables more detailed examinations, including for patients with SSD.

An optional surround module provides eight independent free-field channels that can be used simultaneously. By combining two modules, the system can be expanded to up to 16 free-field channels. Signals, levels and directions can be configured separately.

Yes. The AT2000 has a dedicated line-out for direct connection to cochlear implants. Depending on the system used, the signal can be transmitted via cable or via a suitable streamer. This helps to minimise the effects of room acoustics and facilitates examinations for SSD patients. Specific compatibility should be confirmed with AURITEC in advance.

The range of services available includes tone and speech audiometry, suprathreshold and dichotic tests, tinnitus assessment, free-field and multi-channel measurements, as well as procedures for directional hearing and paediatric audiometry. Amongst others, the following are available: the Freiburg speech tests, the Oldenburg sentence tests, MATCH, AAST, mFAST, the WESTRA procedure and ERKI. The exact scope depends on the selected configuration and the licensed test procedures.

Yes. Various multilingual speech tests are available for the AT2000, including Arabic test procedures. The specific languages and procedures available in a particular configuration should be agreed upon when planning the system.

In principle, your own test materials can be integrated using suitable audio files. In addition, hardware authorisation for external programmes such as MATLAB is available as an option. Requirements, file formats, calibration and the intended medical or scientific use should be discussed with AURITEC in advance.