Originally published January 2017 | Updated September 2026

MRI Patient Stereo Sound Systems and Accessories

Scan Sound provides MRI audio systems, MRI patient stereo systems, pneumatic MRI headphones and patient-comfort accessories for hospitals and imaging centers. Specializing in MRI patient audio since 1986.

MRI Stereo Kits Provide Music to Comfort Patients Inside Magnetic Resonance Imaging Systems

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MRI Audio System	Music Source	Best Fit
J-4005	Included Apple iPad & streaming music	Premium complete MRI audio system
IS-2003	WiFi Internet Radio	Simple access to Internet radio and streaming music
SBK-BT	Facility's own tablet, computer, smartphone or audio source	Flexible, economical system with Bluetooth

J-4005 Deluxe MRI Patient Stereo & Audio System

Premium MRI Audio System with Apple iPad for Streaming Music

The Scan Sound J-4005 Deluxe MRI Patient Stereo System is a complete MRI audio solution designed to provide patients with high-quality stereo music during MRI examinations. The system combines an Apple iPad with Scan Sound's MRI patient audio technology, allowing imaging facilities to provide patients with access to a virtually unlimited selection of music while helping create a more comfortable and relaxing MRI experience.

The J-4005 delivers true stereo sound to the patient through Scan Sound's pneumatic MRI audio system. Music can be selected and controlled from the MRI control room while the technologist maintains independent control of patient audio and communication.

J-4005 Features:

• Apple iPad Included – Provides convenient touchscreen access to streaming music services, playlists and other audio sources through Wi-Fi.
• True Stereo MRI Patient Audio – Delivers separate left and right audio channels for a spacious, high-quality listening experience.
• Patient Acoustic Interface (PAI) – Converts electronic audio into acoustic sound for delivery through tubing to the patient's pneumatic MRI headphones.
• Technologist Audio Control – Allows patient music levels to be adjusted independently from audio heard in the MRI control room.
• Push-Button Desktop Microphone – Enables the MRI technologist to communicate clearly with the patient throughout the examination.
• Automatic Music Reduction During Communication – Music volume is automatically reduced when the technologist speaks to the patient.
• MRI-Compatible Patient Headphones – A choice of Scan Sound pneumatic MRI headphones can be used to accommodate different MRI procedures and patient needs.
• Control-Room Speakers – Allow the technologist to monitor the selected music without affecting the patient's listening level.
• Custom Installation Components – Required cables and installation components are provided for integration with the MRI facility's RF penetration panel.
• Modular Design – Additional MRI headphones, sanitary accessories and patient-comfort products can be added to meet the needs of individual imaging facilities.

Music, Comfort and Communication During MRI Exams

MRI examinations can be stressful for patients who are anxious or uncomfortable in the confined space of an MRI scanner. Providing familiar music and maintaining clear communication with the technologist can help create a calmer and more comfortable patient experience.

The J-4005 MRI Audio System gives imaging centers a modern alternative to older CD- and radio-based MRI sound systems by providing access to streaming music through the included Apple iPad. Patients can enjoy music during their examination while the technologist retains control of the audio system and can communicate with the patient whenever necessary.

The J-4005 is designed for hospitals, outpatient imaging centers and MRI facilities looking for a professional MRI music system, MRI sound system or MRI patient stereo system that combines patient comfort, high-quality stereo audio and convenient control-room operation.

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IS-2003 MRI Audio System Kit with WiFi Internet Radio

Streaming Music and Internet Radio for MRI Patient Comfort

The Scan Sound IS-2003 MRI Audio System Kit provides hospitals and imaging centers with an easy-to-use way to deliver music and high-quality audio to patients during MRI examinations. Featuring a WiFi Internet Radio , the IS-2003 gives MRI technologists access to thousands of Internet radio stations and a wide variety of music without relying on traditional local radio reception.

The system delivers audio from the MRI control room to the patient through Scan Sound's MRI-compatible pneumatic audio system. Patients can enjoy music during their examination while the MRI technologist maintains control of the audio and can communicate with the patient when necessary.

The IS-2003 MRI Patient Audio System is an excellent choice for imaging facilities that want the convenience and variety of Internet streaming music in a dedicated MRI sound system without the need for a tablet-based interface.

IS-2003 Features

• WiFi Internet Radio – Provides access to thousands of Internet radio stations and a broad selection of music using the facility's WiFi connection.
• MRI Patient Stereo Audio – Delivers high-quality stereo music to the patient during MRI examinations.
• Patient Acoustic Interface (PAI) – Transfers audio into the MRI scan room for delivery through pneumatic MRI headphones.
• Technologist-Controlled Audio – Allows the MRI technologist to control the patient's music and listening level from the control room.
• Patient Communication – Enables the technologist to communicate with the patient during the MRI examination.
• MRI-Compatible Patient Headphones – Designed for use with Scan Sound pneumatic MRI headphones and patient audio accessories.
• Control-Room Audio – Allows the technologist to monitor the selected audio while maintaining independent control of the patient's listening level.
• Complete MRI Audio Solution – Designed for hospitals, outpatient imaging centers and diagnostic MRI facilities.

A Simple Way to Provide More Music Choices During MRI Exams

Traditional AM/FM radio reception can be limited inside medical facilities, and patients have widely different musical preferences. The IS-2003's WiFi Internet Radio gives MRI facilities access to a much larger selection of music and programming through an Internet connection.

Providing patients with music during an MRI examination can help create a more comfortable and relaxing environment, particularly for patients who are anxious about the procedure or uncomfortable with the confined MRI scanner.

The Scan Sound IS-2003 combines Internet radio, MRI patient audio and technologist communication in a convenient system designed specifically for the MRI environment.

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SBK-BT MRI Stereo Builder's Kit with Bluetooth

Build a Flexible MRI Audio System Using the Music Source of Your Choice

The Scan Sound SBK-BT MRI Stereo Builder's Kit provides the essential components needed to create a high-quality MRI patient audio system while allowing your facility to choose its own music source. Connect a tablet, smartphone, computer, streaming music device or other compatible audio source using Bluetooth or a wired audio connection.

Unlike MRI audio systems that include a dedicated radio or tablet as the primary music source, the SBK-BT gives imaging facilities the flexibility to use equipment and music services they already have. The system delivers stereo music to the patient while allowing the MRI technologist to independently monitor the selected audio and communicate with the patient throughout the examination.

SBK-BT Features

• Bluetooth Connectivity – Wirelessly connect compatible smartphones, tablets, computers and other Bluetooth-enabled audio devices.
• Use Your Own Music Source – Choose the audio device and streaming service that works best for your facility.
• Wired Audio Inputs – Provides additional options for connecting computers, tablets and other compatible external audio equipment.
• Stereo Patient Audio – Delivers left and right audio channels to the patient through Scan Sound's pneumatic MRI audio system.
• Independent Patient and Technologist Listening Levels – The technologist can monitor the selected music through the control-room speakers and adjust the speaker level without changing the patient's listening level.
• Automatic Music Talk-Over – The amplifier automatically lowers the patient's music when the technologist speaks through the microphone, making communication easier to hear.
• Push-to-Talk Desktop Microphone – Provides convenient communication between the MRI technologist and patient.
• Independent Music and Microphone Controls – Allows the technologist to adjust patient music and microphone levels independently.
• Custom-Cut, Labeled Cables – Cables are prepared to match your facility's installation requirements for easier setup.

Choose the Audio Source That Works Best for Your MRI Facility

The SBK-BT is designed for facilities that want the benefits of an MRI patient music system without purchasing a dedicated music source . Your facility can supply music from a tablet, smartphone, computer or other compatible audio device.

Bluetooth makes it easy to connect a compatible device wirelessly, while wired audio inputs provide additional connection options. This flexibility also allows facilities to change or upgrade their music source in the future without replacing the complete MRI audio system.

The technologist can listen to the selected music through the powered control-room speakers while maintaining a separate listening level for the patient. When communication is needed, the push-to-talk microphone allows the technologist to speak directly to the patient, and the system automatically lowers the music so the technologist's voice can be clearly heard.

Kit Includes

• Integrated Patient Amplifier – Provides Bluetooth and wired audio-source connectivity and independent control of patient music and microphone audio.
• Push-to-Talk Desktop Microphone – Allows the technologist to communicate directly with the patient.
• Powered Control-Room Speakers – Allow the technologist to monitor the selected music independently from the patient's listening level.
• Patient Acoustic Interface (PAI) – Converts electronic audio into acoustic sound for delivery through tubing to the patient's pneumatic MRI headphones.
• Two Stethoscope-Style Pneumatic MRI Headphones – Slim all-plastic headphones designed for use within MRI coils. ( Optional Headphones may be ordered for your MRI audio system )
• Disposable Foam Eartips – Replacement eartips for the pneumatic patient headphones.
• Custom-Cut and Labeled Cables – Prepared according to your facility's installation requirements.
• Illustrated Installation and Operating Instructions – Includes diagrams and photographs to simplify installation and operation.
• Plastic Headphone Hanger Clips – Keep patient headphones organized and readily available.
• Industrial-Strength Hook-and-Loop Fastener – For securing appropriate system components.
• Power Strip – Included as part of the system installation package.

An Economical and Flexible MRI Audio Solution

The SBK-BT MRI Stereo Builder's Kit is an excellent choice for hospitals and imaging centers that already have a preferred music source or want the flexibility to select their own. It provides the essential components needed for patient music and technologist communication without requiring the purchase of a dedicated tablet or Internet radio.

For facilities seeking a customizable and cost-effective MRI audio system, MRI sound system or MRI patient stereo system , the SBK-BT combines Bluetooth connectivity, stereo patient audio, technologist communication and flexible source selection in one complete kit.

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How Does an MRI Audio System Work?

Scan Sound MRI audio systems keep the primary music source and control equipment in the MRI control and equipment areas while delivering music to the patient through a pneumatic audio system.

Music from the selected audio source passes through the MRI facility's RF penetration panel to the Patient Acoustic Interface (PAI) . The PAI converts the electronic audio signal into acoustic sound. That sound travels through plastic acoustic tubing to the patient's MRI headphones, allowing the patient to hear stereo music inside the MRI scanner.

The MRI technologist maintains control of the patient's music and can communicate with the patient through the system's microphone.

Why Choose a Scan Sound MRI Audio System?

True Stereo Sound for the MRI Patient

Scan Sound MRI Patient Audio Systems are designed to deliver true stereo music , with separate left and right audio channels provided to the patient. This creates a more natural and spacious listening experience than monaural audio and helps provide a pleasant distraction from the sounds and confined environment of an MRI examination.

Music can be an important part of creating a more comfortable MRI experience. Giving patients something familiar and enjoyable to listen to can help them relax and focus their attention away from the scanner environment.

How Long Has Scan Sound been in Business?

Scan Sound Began Operations in 1986, Specializing in MRI Patient Audio

Scan Sound has specialized in MRI patient stereo systems, MRI audio systems and MRI audio accessories since 1986 .

The company's founder and Chief Engineer, Barry Leeper , is a Biomedical Engineer and CBET who previously worked as an MRI Technical Support Specialist. While working in the MRI field during its early years, Barry observed a recurring problem: some patients had difficulty completing their examinations because of anxiety, scanner noise and discomfort with the confined MRI environment.

That experience led to the development of Scan Sound's MRI Patient Stereo Sound System , designed to give patients the comfort and distraction of listening to music during their examinations while allowing MRI technologists to maintain communication with them.

What began as a solution to a practical problem encountered in MRI facilities became Scan Sound's specialty. Since 1986, Scan Sound has supplied MRI patient audio systems and accessories to hospitals and imaging centers seeking to improve the patient experience during MRI examinations.

Designed Around the MRI Patient and Technologist

A Scan Sound MRI audio system does more than simply play music. Our systems are designed around the needs of both the patient and the MRI technologist .

Patients can listen to music through MRI-compatible pneumatic headphones while the technologist maintains control of the audio from the MRI control room. Integrated microphone communication allows the technologist to speak with the patient when necessary, and selected systems automatically reduce the music level during communication so instructions can be heard clearly.

Depending on the system selected, Scan Sound offers options for streaming music, Internet radio, Bluetooth audio and customer-supplied music sources .

MRI Audio Systems for Different Needs and Budgets

Every MRI facility has different requirements, which is why Scan Sound offers several MRI patient audio solutions.

The J-4005 Deluxe MRI Patient Stereo System provides a premium solution with an Apple iPad and access to streaming music. The IS-2003 MRI Audio System features WiFi Internet Radio, while the SBK-BT MRI Stereo Builder's Kit allows facilities to use their own compatible music source through Bluetooth or a wired audio connection.

Scan Sound also supplies MRI headphones, Patient Acoustic Interfaces, pneumatic tubing, replacement parts, disposable sanitary products and other MRI audio accessories , making it easy to maintain or upgrade an existing MRI patient audio system.

Experience, Flexibility and Patient Comfort

For nearly four decades, Scan Sound has focused on a specialized area of the MRI environment: providing patients with music while giving MRI technologists convenient control and communication .

Our goal is straightforward—to provide hospitals and imaging centers with reliable, high-quality MRI audio solutions at a reasonable cost while helping create a more comfortable and reassuring experience for their patients.

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MRI Headphones, Accessories & Patient Comfort Products

Noise Reduction Headphone for MRI Patient Stereo

NRH-101 Noise Reduction Headphones for MRI Patient Audio Systems

The Scan Sound NRH-101 Noise Reduction Headphones are designed for use with pneumatic MRI patient audio systems to provide patients with music while helping reduce their exposure to surrounding MRI scanner noise.

Unlike conventional electronic headphones, the NRH-101 receives air-driven pneumatic audio through acoustic tubing connected to the Patient Acoustic Interface (PAI). The sound travels through the tubing to both earpieces, where acoustic foam eartips direct the audio toward the patient's ear canals.

The over-the-ear design combines cushioned earcups, internal sound-absorbing foam and acoustic foam eartips to help reduce surrounding scanner noise while providing the patient with clear stereo audio.

How the NRH-101 Helps Reduce MRI Scanner Noise

The NRH-101 uses several physical barriers to help reduce the amount of surrounding scanner noise reaching the patient's ears:

1. Over-the-Ear Earcups – The plastic outer shells completely surround the patient's ears, providing a physical barrier between the ears and surrounding scanner noise.
2. Cushioned Ear Seals – Soft foam cushions rest against the patient's head, providing a comfortable fit while helping reduce sound entering around the outside of the earcups.
3. Internal Sound-Absorbing Foam – Two layers of foam inside each earcup help absorb additional surrounding noise.
4. Acoustic Foam Eartips – Foam eartips direct the pneumatic audio toward the ear canal while providing an additional barrier to surrounding sound.

Together, these features provide both passive noise reduction and patient audio in a single MRI headphone.

Pneumatic Audio for the MRI Environment

Twin acoustic tubes carry the left and right audio channels from the Patient Acoustic Interface (PAI) to the NRH-101 headphones. The PAI converts the electronic audio signal into acoustic sound that travels through the tubing to the patient's headphones.

The NRH-101 uses 1/4-inch O.D. tubing connectors , designed to connect with 1/4-inch I.D. vinyl tubing commonly used with MRI patient audio systems.

Designed for Patient Comfort and Repeated Clinical Use

The large cushioned earcups fit around the outside of the patient's ears rather than pressing directly against them. This design provides a comfortable listening experience while helping isolate the patient from surrounding scanner noise.

For facilities using the headphones with multiple patients:

• Replacement Acoustic Foam Eartips – Part No. 521-200 are available for replacement as needed.
• Sanitary Stretch Headphone Covers – Part No. SS-2-100 and SS-2B-100 are available to provide a disposable barrier between the patient and the headphone cushions.

The NRH-101 Noise Reduction Headphones are an excellent choice for MRI facilities looking for a pneumatic patient headphone that combines stereo music, passive noise reduction and patient comfort for use with compatible MRI audio systems.

Stethoscope-Style Pneumatic MRI Headphones

P-101 Stethoscope-Style Pneumatic Headphones for MRI

The Scan Sound P-101 Stethoscope-Style Pneumatic MRI Headphones provide stereo patient audio in a slim, lightweight design that can be used when space around the patient's head is limited.

Designed specifically for pneumatic MRI patient audio systems, the P-101 uses air-driven sound rather than conventional electronic speakers at the patient end . Stereo audio travels through twin acoustic tubes from the MRI audio system to soft foam eartips positioned at the patient's ears.

The compact stethoscope-style design makes the P-101 particularly useful for MRI head coils and other applications where larger over-the-ear headphones may not fit comfortably .

Slim Design for Use Within MRI Coils

One of the primary advantages of the P-101 is its low-profile design. Instead of large earcups surrounding the ears, the lightweight headset positions replaceable acoustic foam eartips at the patient's ears.

This provides several advantages:

• Slim, Low-Profile Design – Fits into confined spaces where conventional over-the-ear headphones may be too large.
• Ideal for MRI Head Coils – The compact design makes the P-101 particularly useful when the patient's head is positioned within an MRI head coil.
• Stereo Patient Audio – Separate left and right pneumatic audio channels provide stereo music to the patient.
• No Electronic Speakers at the Patient's Ears – Music is delivered through inert plastic acoustic tubing using air-driven pneumatic sound.
• Soft Acoustic Foam Eartips – Direct the audio toward the ear canal while helping reduce surrounding scanner noise.
• Lightweight and Comfortable – The stethoscope-style configuration minimizes the amount of equipment surrounding the patient's head.

Pneumatic Audio Designed for MRI Patient Sound Systems

The P-101 connects to the Patient Acoustic Interface (PAI) through twin pneumatic tubes. The Patient Acoustic Interface converts electronic audio into acoustic sound, which travels through the tubing to the patient's left and right ears.

The headphone uses 1/4-inch O.D. tubing connectors that fit into 1/4-inch I.D. vinyl tubing commonly used with MRI patient audio systems.

Because the audio is delivered pneumatically, the P-101 does not require conventional electronic headphone speakers, wiring or electrical connections at the patient's ears.

Replaceable Acoustic Foam Eartips

The P-101 uses soft replaceable acoustic foam eartips that fit comfortably at the patient's ears and direct the pneumatic audio toward the ear canals.

Replacement Foam Eartips – Part No. 521-200 are available for replacement between patients or whenever needed as part of the facility's patient hygiene procedures.

A Practical Choice When Space Is Limited

The P-101 Stethoscope-Style Pneumatic MRI Headphones are an excellent choice when a patient needs music during an MRI examination but the available space will not accommodate larger over-the-ear headphones.

Their combination of slim profile, stereo pneumatic audio, replaceable foam eartips and compatibility with MRI patient audio systems makes the P-101 particularly well suited for head-coil examinations and other MRI applications where space around the patient's head is limited.

Replacement Foam Eartips

521-200 Replacement Acoustic Foam Eartips for MRI Headphones

The Scan Sound 521-200 Replacement Acoustic Foam Eartips are designed for use with compatible pneumatic MRI patient headphones, including the P-101 Stethoscope-Style Pneumatic Headphones and NRH-101 Noise Reduction Headphones .

The soft foam eartips fit at the patient's ears and help direct the air-driven pneumatic audio toward the ear canals. Their soft, compressible design also provides a comfortable fit while helping reduce surrounding MRI scanner noise.

Designed for Pneumatic MRI Patient Headphones

• Directs Pneumatic Audio Toward the Ear Canal – Helps patients hear music and other audio delivered through the MRI patient sound system.
• Helps Reduce Surrounding Noise – The foam creates a closer fit at the ear and provides an additional passive barrier to surrounding scanner noise.
• Soft and Comfortable – Compressible foam provides a comfortable patient-contact surface during MRI examinations.
• Replaceable Between Patients – Eartips can be easily removed and replaced as part of the facility's patient hygiene procedures.
• Designed for Scan Sound MRI Headphones – Compatible with the P-101 Stethoscope-Style Pneumatic Headphones and NRH-101 Noise Reduction Headphones.
• Simple Installation – The foam eartips push easily into place on the headphone's acoustic sound tubes.

Patient Comfort, Audio and Hygiene

Replacement foam eartips are an important accessory for MRI facilities using pneumatic patient headphones with multiple patients. In addition to providing a soft and comfortable fit, the foam eartips help direct the pneumatic sound toward the patient's ears while providing an additional barrier to surrounding scanner noise.

Replacing the eartips between patients provides a fresh patient-contact surface and can be incorporated into the imaging facility's established cleaning and infection-control procedures.

Part No. 521-200 replacement acoustic foam eartips are available for use with compatible Scan Sound pneumatic MRI headphones.

SS-2-100 White Disposable Headphone Covers – Bag of 100

The Scan Sound SS-2-100 White Disposable Headphone Covers provide a convenient protective barrier between the headphone cushions and the patient or user. Designed for large over-the-ear headphones, the lightweight stretch material fits securely over the headphone earpieces while allowing audio to pass through. The covers are particularly well suited for the Scan Sound NRH-101 Noise Reduction MRI Headphones and can also be used with many other large over-the-ear headphones.

Designed for Patient Comfort and Convenient Single-Use Protection

• Disposable Protective Barrier – Provides a fresh barrier between the headphone cushions and each user.
• Large Stretch Design – Designed to fit over large headphones that surround the ears, including Scan Sound NRH-101 Noise Reduction Headphones.
• Nonwoven Polypropylene Material – Lightweight, latex-free material provides a comfortable protective barrier between the user and headphone cushions while allowing sound to pass through.
• Soft and Comfortable – Lightweight material adds minimal bulk between the headphone cushions and the user's skin.
• Latex-Free – Made without natural rubber latex.
• Easy to Install and Replace – Stretch covers slip over the headphone earpieces and can be quickly removed after use.
• Helps Keep Headphone Cushions Clean – Reduces direct contact between the user and the headphone cushions.
• Convenient for Multi-Patient Environments – Particularly useful for MRI facilities, hospitals, imaging centers and other environments where headphones are shared by multiple users.
• 100 White Covers Per Bag – Conveniently packaged for facilities with frequent headphone use.

Ideal for MRI Patient Headphones

When used with the NRH-101 Noise Reduction MRI Headphones , the SS-2-100 covers provide a disposable patient-contact barrier over the large cushioned earpieces without interfering with the headphone's pneumatic audio operation. A new cover can be installed for each patient as part of the facility's established headphone cleaning and infection-control procedures.

FCBNC1 RFI-Filtered Inline BNC Connector

Designed for use with MRI audio systems to help prevent radio-frequency interference (RFI) from entering the MRI scan room through the penetration panel.

• Filters RFI while allowing audio signals to pass through
• Installs on the computer-room side of the RF penetration panel
• Connects directly to the panel's BNC connectors
• Helps reduce the potential for RF-related image artifacts
• Stereo MRI audio systems typically use two filters—one for each audio channel

BA-1087 Bulkhead BNC Connector

The BA-1087 Double-Female Bulkhead BNC Connector mounts on the MRI RF penetration panel and provides a connection point for passing audio signals between the equipment room and MRI scan room.

• Double-female BNC connection for coaxial audio cables
• Mounts directly to the RF penetration panel
• Provides a convenient connection point for routing audio into the MRI scan room
• Maintains a grounded shield connection through the penetration panel
• Stereo MRI audio installations typically require two connectors—one for each audio channel
• Required when suitable spare BNC connectors are not available on the existing penetration panel

Hearing Protective Ear Muffs HP-66 Hearing Protection Earmuffs for MRI

The Scan Sound HP-66 Hearing Protection Earmuffs provide passive noise reduction to help protect patients from loud MRI scanner noise during imaging examinations.

• Noise Reduction Rating (NRR): 20 dB
• Helps reduce exposure to MRI scanner and gradient noise
• Constructed from plastic and composite materials for use in the MRI environment
• Soft cushioned ear pads provide a comfortable fit around the ears
• Adjustable headband accommodates different patients
• Passive design requires no electronics, wires or batteries
• Can be used with Scan Sound disposable headphone covers to provide a protective barrier between the patient and earmuff cushions

MRIWear Reversible Lens Prism Glasses

PG-200 MRIWear MR Safe Reversible Prism Glasses for MRI

The MRIWear PG-200 Reversible Prism Glasses are MR Safe and designed to help MRI patients see outside the scanner while lying in the scanning position. By providing a view beyond the inside of the MRI bore, the glasses can help reduce feelings of confinement and provide a more comfortable and reassuring patient experience.

The PG-200 is constructed entirely from plastic components and optical-grade glass prisms, with no metal parts . Unlike conventional prism glasses with a fixed viewing direction, the PG-200 features a unique reversible prism design that allows the viewing direction to be changed for patients positioned either head-first or feet-first.

Reversible Viewing for Head-First or Feet-First MRI Exams

• MR Safe – Constructed entirely from plastic components and optical-grade glass prisms with no metal parts.
• Reversible Optical-Grade Glass Prisms – Prisms slide out and can be reversed to change the direction of view.
• Head-First or Feet-First Viewing – Configure the prisms so patients can see toward the appropriate end of the MRI scanner.
• Helps Reduce Feelings of Confinement – Gives patients a view outside the scanner rather than directly into the MRI bore.
• No Metal Hinges – All-plastic construction eliminates the metal hinges commonly found in conventional eyeglass frames.
• Comfortable Eyeglass-Style Design – Worn like conventional glasses or secured with an elastic strap.
• Useful for Patient Comfort and Specialized MRI Studies – Can also provide an outside view when a patient or research subject needs to observe a visual target during certain examinations.
• Includes Lens Cleaning Cloth and Storage Box

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MRI Patient Stereo Sound Systems and Accessory FAQ's

Can patients listen to music during an MRI?

Yes. Patients can listen to music before and during an MRI examination using pneumatic headphones designed for MRI patient audio systems . Music provides a pleasant distraction from scanner noise and the confined MRI environment and can help create a more comfortable and relaxing patient experience.

How do pneumatic MRI headphones work?

Pneumatic MRI headphones deliver sound to the patient through acoustic tubing rather than conventional electronic speakers located at the patient's ears .

In a Scan Sound MRI audio system, the electronic audio signal is sent to the Patient Acoustic Interface (PAI) located inside the MRI scan room. The PAI converts the electronic audio signal into acoustic sound, which travels through tubing to the patient's pneumatic headphones. Separate left and right audio channels provide true stereo sound to the patient.

The PAI is positioned in the scan room so the acoustic tubing between the PAI and the patient headphones can be kept as short as practical for optimum audio performance.

What is a Patient Acoustic Interface (PAI)?

The Patient Acoustic Interface (PAI) is a key component of the Scan Sound MRI patient audio system. It converts electronic stereo audio into acoustic sound that can travel through tubing to the patient's pneumatic MRI headphones.

The PAI is installed inside the MRI scan room to keep the acoustic tubing to the patient as short as practical. Because the PAI contains ferrous material associated with the electronic-to-acoustic audio conversion , it is classified and clearly marked MR Conditional .

The PAI must be installed in the designated location and securely fastened to the floor in accordance with Scan Sound installation requirements . Special care must be taken when installing, servicing or handling the PAI within the MRI environment.

What is the difference between the NRH-101 and P-101 MRI headphones?

Both headphones provide pneumatic stereo audio but are designed for different applications.

The NRH-101 Noise Reduction Headphones have large cushioned earcups that surround the patient's ears and incorporate sound-absorbing materials to help reduce surrounding MRI scanner noise while delivering stereo music.

The P-101 Stethoscope-Style Pneumatic Headphones have a slim, lightweight design that requires considerably less space around the patient's head. This makes them particularly useful with MRI head coils and other applications where larger over-the-ear headphones may not fit comfortably .

Can an existing MRI suite be upgraded with a patient audio system?

Yes. A Scan Sound MRI patient audio system can be installed in many existing MRI suites. The installation typically routes the stereo audio signal through the MRI room's RF penetration panel to the Patient Acoustic Interface located inside the scan room. The PAI then converts the electronic audio into acoustic sound that travels through tubing to the patient's pneumatic headphones.

Because MRI suites and RF penetration panels vary, the exact installation requirements and components should be determined for each facility. The MR Conditional Patient Acoustic Interface must be properly located and securely fastened to the floor in accordance with Scan Sound installation requirements.

Which Scan Sound MRI audio system should I choose?

Scan Sound offers three MRI patient audio systems designed for different facility requirements.

The J-4005 Deluxe MRI Patient Stereo System is our premium system and includes an Apple iPad for convenient access to streaming music.

The IS-2003 MRI Audio System features WiFi Internet Radio for convenient access to a wide selection of Internet radio stations and music.

The SBK-BT MRI Stereo Builder's Kit with Bluetooth is a flexible and economical choice for facilities that prefer to supply their own music source, such as a tablet, smartphone, computer or other compatible audio device, using Bluetooth or a wired audio connection.

All three Scan Sound systems provide true stereo patient audio and technologist-to-patient communication during MRI examinations.