Over the next several articles, we’ll be highlighting key features of your ALEX/AXEL to help you get the most out of your simulator—whether you are a beginner or a seasoned user. Each article will focus on a specific tool or function designed to enhance your simulation experience.
First up: the SmartScope!
Your SmartScope is an essential tool for realistic auscultations and blood pressure measurement using Korotkoff sounds with ALEX/AXEL.
Your SmartScope automatically connects to ALEX/AXEL via Bluetooth.
Just turn on your manikin, then power up the SmartScope by pressing the blue button on its side—or simply place it on the manikin’s chest to activate.
When the LED turns green, you’re ready to listen.
Your SmartScope will automatically turn off after five minutes of inactivity to preserve battery life, which lasts up to 5 hours per charge. Recharge easily with a micro USB cable.
Realistic Sounds, Real Learning
ALEX/AXEL has built-in location-sensing tags that guide you to the right auscultation points.
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When placed correctly, your SmartScope will deliver the realistic heart, lung, or bowel sounds selected in the session control.
Every auscultation event is logged with a timestamp, helping track training progress.
The intensity changes naturally depending on positioning—for example, Aortic Stenosis will be strongest at the Aortic point and fade realistically at other locations.
Amplifiy Sounds
Need to amplify sounds for group training? Use the SmartScope’s speaker output to connect headphones or external speakers.