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Re: DB Meter
Posted: Thu Feb 23, 2006 1:24 pm
by wading thru the muck!
Jerry69 wrote:
The first question will be, "Where do I put the meter to read the sound level?" I think a lot of the perceived noise comes from inside my nasal passages. My wife says she can't tell the difference in the interface noises, but she is 'external' to them, if you know what I mean.
My wife can't tell the difference either... but she did say they are ALL quieter than my snoring.
Posted: Thu Feb 23, 2006 1:44 pm
by slumberer
The decibel reading taken by the AEIOMED folks was at the ears. The reading they got was 37; seems about right, to me.
I agree that what is perceived as noise to some is essential sound to others; it is just a matter of adapting to the "noise" around us....still, don't think I could ever sleep with the TV on in the background...oh well.
Posted: Thu Feb 23, 2006 2:06 pm
by rested gal
Jim Eads wrote:I have both the Activa and the Aura.
The Aura is definitely louder than the Activa, especially on inhale.
I think the Activa is a very comfortable interface but the Aura is better. For the comfort, I use the Aura as my primary interface even with the extra noise.
I agree with Jim...it's exactly the same for me using those masks.
The "Headrest" (Aura) is soooooo comfortable that the shuuuush sound during each inhalation is something I didn't mind getting used to. I love the way the Aura's exhaust doesn't hit anything no matter what sleeping position.
Posted: Thu Feb 23, 2006 2:30 pm
by ozij
Rested Gal wrote:The "Headrest" (Aura) is soooooo comfortable that the shuuuush sound during each inhalation is something I didn't mind getting used to. I love the way the Aura's exhaust doesn't hit anything no matter what sleeping position.
Exactly.
O.
Posted: Thu Feb 23, 2006 8:03 pm
by Jim Eads
Found my decibel meter but it does not register below 50 Db.