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The headset pads can be easily replaced. See Figure 2. Figure 2. Headset 3M 2001 February. Press and hold the T1 (Talk Lane 1) switch to talk to the customer at the menu 4 T1 (Talk Lane 1) sign in lane 1. Release the switch to listen. Switch 3M 2001 February. GREEN to indicate the battery is fully charged. 4 Power Supply This jack accepts the plug from the power supply cord. The power supply provides power to the battery charger. 3M 2001 February. Do not bend the rubber microphone boom. See Figure 8. Figure 8. 3M 2001 February. Some headsets are programmed to communicate with Lane 1 and others are programmed to communicate with Lane 2. The headsets are labeled accordingly. 3M 2001 February. To return to normal headset operation, press T1 or P. The LED indicator changes from glowing green to glowing red when the headset is in the talk lock mode. 3M 2001 February. This locks the headset in the page monitor mode. See Figure 10. 3M 2001 February. In the page mode, communication from any headset is heard only by all operators who are wearing headsets (not the customer at the menu sign). 3M 2001 February. Make sure the battery is fully inserted (battery release clicks). See Figure 11. Figure 11. 3M 2001 February. Remove protective backing from new pad and press it into place on the back of the battery housing. See Figure 12. 3M 2001 February. Charging Status Indicator Figure 13. 3M 2001 February. But, as with any battery, avoid shorting across the battery contacts with metal items. Never carry a battery in a pocket or place it in a drawer where it can accidentally be shorted by keys, coins etc. You will hear an acknowledging beep. (Holding down T1 configures the headset to be a lane 1 headset; holding down T2 configures it for lane 2. 3M 2001 February. In some cases, changing channels may have no effect.See Figure 16. Half Cover Figure 16. 3M 2001 February. See Figure 19. 3M 2001 February. See Figure 19. 2.
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Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume or counterclockwise to decrease it. 3M 2001 February. Instructions to enable Talk Lock. 2. The system is operating in 2. Talk Lock is disabled in Standard mode. Standard mode. 3M 2001 February. Paul, MN 55144-1000 70-0710-3648-0 Rev. A post-consumer waste paper. Connecting the Auxiliary Intercom (Optional). Install the battery charger in a clean, dry environment. An office location is best.An 18 inch cable is provided to connect between the base station and the programming station. Important Allow enough room below the programming station to allow insertion of the headset while it is being programmed. The presence alert shown is wired to operate only when the Model C1060 is turned off. If a separate outside microphone is used, the auxiliary intercom must be configured for OUTSIDE MIC. Base station models C921 and earlier must be mounted at least 25 feet apart. Base station models C922 may be mounted as close as 2 feet apart. Test the system prior to installation by placing the base stations in the desired locations. You will hear an acknowledging beep. Also, each of the headsets in the system must be reprogrammed when a jumper setting is changed (see Channel Selection on page 13 for the headset programming procedure). If customer desires, jumper right 2 pins of jumper J9. SWT Threshold (High) Jumper CRFT 2 pins when using a C1060 headset in Talk Lock mode. SWT Threshold (NRML) Jumper right 2 pins for all configurations except those mentioned in “High.”. Setting Audio Levels To set the audio levels, refer to the related audio level procedure below and to the illustration of the base station circuit board (Figure 14). Monitor Speaker Volume Levels The monitor speaker volume levels are the levels for the various functions heard through the optional monitor speaker. Base Station Circuit Board Jumpers J1 and J2 Set for the type of menu sign in the system.
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Jumper pins 1 and 2 on both jumpers for menu signs having a speaker only. Jumper pins 2 and 3 on both jumpers for menu signs having a speaker and a microphone. Occasionally, the inbound audio volume will decrease when C1060 headsets are used in Talk Lock mode. Set jumper J10 to HIGH, in this case only.CHANNEL SELECT Switch Selects base station operating channel. D 3M Center St. Paul, MN 55144-1000. Model C1060. Installation InstructionsTypical Single Lane Installation. Battery Charger. Speaker and Microphone Assemblies. Standard Systems. Duplex Systems. Base Station. Programming Station. Connecting the Base Station Directly to Components. Connecting the Base Station to Components Using the Optional Interconnect Module. Connecting the Auxiliary Intercom (Optional). Dual Lane System Installation. Cross Lane System Installation.Setting Audio Levels. Duplex Systems Only.Circuit Board Jumpers, Adjustment Controls, Indicators and Switches. Jumpers.Troubleshooting Audio Feedback. Technical Assistance.Figure 1. Typical Installation. Figure 3. Base Station Mounting Holes. Figure 4. Programming Station Mounting Holes. Figure 7. Connecting Components to the Interconnect Module.Figure 1. Typical Installation. Material Required (not supplied)ImportantInstall the battery charger and begin charging the batteries before you install any other components. Install the battery charger in a clean, dry environment. An office location is best. The battery charger may be placed on a flat surface such as a table, desk, etc., or it can be fastened to a wall usingThe three green lights on the battery charger will turn on. To charge a battery, plug it into the charger as shown in Figure 2. Observe the charging status indicator next toThe indicator lights RED to indicate the battery is charging. The indicator lights GREEN to indicate the battery is fully charged.This repeating tone continues for two minutes.Standard Systems.
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Duplex SystemsBase StationAt least 3 feet from large metal objects such as refrigerators, ranges, coolers, etc., and other metal orImportant. Do not mount base station under steel countertops, within 3 feet ofFigure 3. Base Station Mounting HolesKeep the transformer cable at least 6 inches from the left half of the base station. This half contains sensitiveAn 18 inch cable is provided to connect between the base station and the programming station. Important. Allow enough room below the programming station to allow insertion of theDo not mount programming station tooFigure 4. Programming Station Mounting HolesImportantModule. Connect the base station to the interconnect module as shown in Figure 6. Note that the connections are made toSupplied with Duplex Mic. Figure 7. Connecting Components to the Interconnect ModuleThe presence alert shown is wired to operate only when the Model C1060 is turned off. If a separate outside microphone is used, the auxiliary intercom must be configured for OUTSIDE MIC. Refer to the Auxiliary Intercom Installation Instructions for information about moving any internal jumpers.Dual Lane System Installation. A dual lane system consists of two separate single lane systems that operate independently of each other. EachTo install a dual lane system:Important. Base station models C921 and earlier must be mounted at least 25 feet apart. Base station models C922 may be mounted as close as 2 feet apart.This designates the base station as a lane 1 system.Important. Do not set both base stations to the same lane number as this will causeCross-Lane System Installation. The Cross-Lane system provides communication for facilities that have two menu signs. It consists of two baseA Cross-Lane Module is a five-pole switch that allows theRefer to the installation instructions (Document.
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These instructions are alsoA Cross-Lane Module can be useful if the manager wishes to operate each lane with a separate crew duringThis is accomplished by turning the Cross-Lane switch OFF. By pressing the T1Module is OFF, the operator will only hear the vehicle detector alert from the menu sign with which he or sheDuring periods of lower activity, the Cross-Lane Module is turned ON, allowing one headset order-taker toA single alert indicates a vehicle is at menu sign 1 while a double alert indicates aNotes: Both base stations must be set to the same channel number and different lane numbers. Base station models C921 and earlier must be mounted at least 25 feet apart. Base station models C922Test the system prior to installation by placing the baseSet Jumpers and program the headsets. Insure that the talk L.E.D. onWiring the System. Figure 11. Cross-Lane Wiring Diagram. Programming the Headsets for Cross-Lane Operation. Follow the steps below to program the headsets for Cross-Lane operation, and disable the Talk-Lock function. It does not matter which base station is used to program the headsets. By pressing T1, the headset will alwaysTalk-Lock is a toggle function that must be checked first to see if it is enabled or disabled. If the Talk LEDTo disable Talk-Lock, turn the headset OFF, press and hold the L button while pressing ON for 5The Talk LED on the base station should notWith the headset OFF, press and hold T1 and T2 while pressing ON for 5 seconds. You will hear anVerify that the headsets are properly programmed for Cross-Lane operation. Press T1 and verify that the Talk LED lights on the lane 1 base station and does not light on thePress T2 and verify that the Talk LED lights on the lane 2 base station and does not light on theTo remove the Cross-Lane function and return the headsets to the normal operating mode, first turn theYou will hear anOperation. Cross-Lane Module OFF. Vehicle detector alerts.
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The operator will only hear the vehicle detector alert from the menu sign with which he or she lastVehicles at menu sign 2 willAnswering customers. Pressing T1 will only allow communication with the lane 1 customer. Pressing T2 will only allowPaging function. Pressing T1 will only allow communication with other headsets, which recently pressed T1. Pressing. T2 will only allow communication with other headsets, which recently pressed T2. Cross-Lane Module ON. Vehicle detector alerts. The operator will always hear both vehicle detector alerts. Vehicles at menu sign 1 will be heard as aVehicles at menu sign 2 will be heard as a double repeating alert. Answering customers. Pressing T1 will only allow communication with the lane 1 customer. Pressing T2 will only allowPaging function. Pressing T1 will only allow communication with other headsets, which recently pressed T1. Pressing. T2 will only allow communication with other headsets, which recently pressed T2.The order-taker may object to hearing the vehicle alert from the other lane while taking an order; if so, weWith the AUDIO IN and AUDIO OUT wires disconnected, the T1 and T2 buttons control which menu signThey also control which headsets to PAGE to. Disconnecting the AUDIO IN and. AUDIO OUT wires presents some issues if a cook or cashier needs to monitor both lanes. If the cook or cashier is using a headset to monitor lane 1, and the order-taker is taking an order fromAs an alternative, a monitor speaker from each base station may be installed in the kitchen. (Caution. Monitor speakers are generally not recommended for duplex systems using C921AA base stations. TheC921BA and C922 base stationsWith the Cross-Lane module turned ON, two rapid single tones may be heard from the lane 1 base station. To eliminate this problem, turn down the volume of the ALERT TONE LEVEL control, on one of the baseImportant.
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Whenever a jumper setting is changed, the RESET SWITCH on the base station circuit board must be pressedAlso, each of the headsets in the system must beRefer to the base station circuit board illustration (Figure 14) and the applicable system configuration below. SetFunction. Menu Sign with Speaker only (OSM). Jumper Settings. Jumper pins 1 and 2 on jumpers J1 and J2.Menu Sign with Separate Speaker and. Microphone. Lane 1 SystemJumper pins 2 and 3 on jumpers J1 and J2. Air Switch (Pulse) Detector. Jumper pins 1 and 2 of jumper J4.Standard Operation. Menu Power Selection. Talk Monitor LevelJumper pins 2 and 3 of jumper J4. Jumper pins 2 and 3 of jumper J5. Jumper must cover the top 2 pins of jumper J6. Jumper left 2 pins of jumper J9. Jumper pins 1 and 2 of jumper J3. Function. Menu Sign with Speaker only (OSM). Jumper Settings. Jumper pins 1 and 2 on jumpers J1 and J2.Menu Sign with Separate Speaker and. Microphone. Lane 1 SystemJumper pins 2 and 3 on jumpers J1 and J2. Lane 2 System. Air Switch (Pulse) Detector. Jumper pins 2 and 3 on base station 2, jumper J3. Jumper pins 1 and 2 of jumper J4.Standard Operation. Menu Power SelectionJumper pins 2 and 3 of jumper J4. Jumper pins 2 and 3 of jumper J5. Jumper must cover the top 2 pins of jumper J6. Talk Monitor Level. Jumper left 2 pins of jumper J9. Jumper pins 1 and 2 on base station 1, jumper J3.Menu Sign with Separate Speaker and. Microphone. Jumper Settings. Jumper pins 2 and 3 on jumpers J1 and J2. Lane 1 System. Air Switch (Pulse) Detector. Jumper pins 1 and 2 of jumper J3. Jumper pins 1 and 2 of jumper J4.Duplex Operation. Menu Power SelectionJumper pins 2 and 3 of jumper J4. Jumper pins 1 and 2 of jumper J5. Jumper bottom 2 pins of jumper J6. Talk Monitor Level. Jumper left 2 pins of jumper J9.If customer desires, jumper right 2 pins ofJumper CRFT 2 pins when using a C1060Jumper right 2 pins for all configurationsSWT Threshold (High). SWT Threshold (NRML). Function. Menu Sign with Separate Speaker and.
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Microphone. Jumper Settings. Jumper pins 2 and 3 on jumpers J1 and J2. Lane 1 System. Jumper pins 1 and 2 on base station 1,Lane 2 System. Jumper pins 2 and 3 on base station 2,Air Switch (Pulse) Detector. Jumper pins 1 and 2 of jumper J4.Duplex Operation. Menu Power SelectionJumper pins 2 and 3 of jumper J4. Jumper pins 1 and 2 of jumper J5. Jumper bottom 2 pins of jumper J6. Talk Monitor Level. Jumper left 2 pins of jumper J9.If customer desires, jumper right 2 pins ofSelect a channel that neither receives or causes interference and then program the headsets to that channel usingImportant. After making any changes to the base station jumper settings, you must pressImportant. When two systems are used in a dual lane application, each base station mustIf you are installing this as a single lane system, 8 channels on the LANE 2 setting are alsoFigure 13. Base Station Circuit BoardRepeat the channel selection procedure if interference occurs. After seven channel changes, the original channelIf interference is still present and the system is a single lane system, try changing the. J3 lane designation jumper from lane 1 to lane 2. If this fails and none of the channels are interference free,Setting Audio Levels. To set the audio levels, refer to the related audio level procedure below and to the illustration of the base stationAll the audio level adjustment controls are located on the base station circuit board.The microphone at the menu sign must be located within four feet of the vehicle for duplexTo set the audio levels:Then turn the MENU MIC SENS level control down (CCW) until the feedbackVerify that feedbackIf everything is all right, the audio will be too loud.Duplex and Standard Systems. For Duplex systems, the microphone at the menu sign must be located within four feet of theThe following procedures apply to both duplex and standard systems. Alert Tone Level. The alert tone level is the volume of the alert tone heard in the headset.
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To set the alert tone level:When the vehicle is detected, you will hear the vehicleMonitor Speaker Volume Levels. The monitor speaker volume levels are the levels for the various functions heard through the optional monitorTurn the controls clockwise toTo set the monitor speaker volume levels:Adjust the MON TALKAdjust the MON PAGE control soIf any monitor functions are not desired by the customer, turn the related adjustment control fullyStandard Systems Only. The following procedures apply only to standard systems. Listen Level (Menu Sign Microphone Sensitivity). The listen level is the volume of the menu sign audio heard in the headset. To set the listen level:When the vehicle is detected, you will hear the vehicleThe Listen Level should now be properly adjusted.To set the menu sign talk volume level:Figure 14. Base Station Circuit Board. Jumpers. J1 and J2. Set for the type of menu sign in the system. Jumper pins 1 and 2 on both jumpers for menuJumper pins 2 and 3 on both jumpers for menu signs having aJumper pins 1 and 2 to select lane 1. Jumper pins 2 and 3 to select lane 2.Jumper pins 1 and 2 for an air switchJumper pins 2 and 3 for standardThis setting may cause feedback when a headset is operating near the monitorThis jumper is used to change the dynamic gainIt should normally be set to NRML. Occasionally, the inbound audio volume will decrease when C1060 headsets are used in Talk. Lock mode. Set jumper J10 to HIGH, in this case only. C1060 headsets are being used in Talk Lock mode. Important. After changing any jumper setting(s), be sure to press the RESET SWITCH onAdjustment ControlsControls the audio level coming from the menu sign.If any of the monitor functions are not desired by the customer, turn the appropriate adjustmentIndicatorsLit LED indicates which channel is selected for base station operation.Lights when a vehicle is detected at the menu sign.CHANNEL SELECT Switch. Programming Jack. RESET Switch. Controls power to the base station.
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Selects volume for day or night operation.Press to turn noiseSelects base station operating channel. For programming new channel selection or jumper setting(s) into theConnectors. C5000 Terminal StripNormal use and care of the system. Use and care of the headset. Battery replacement and recharging. Operation of the base station module switches and controls. Operation of optional Noise Reduction Module. Operation of Loop Detector. Refer to the Model C1060 Headset Intercom System Operating Instructions. Troubleshooting Audio Feedback. If audio feedback occurs, check the following and correct as necessary. Is the microphone audio wiring separately contained in its own cable, with no other “active” wires in theAre the speaker and microphone at least 14 inches apart? Is the outbound audio level too high? Is speaker audio being reflected back to the microphone from nearby surfaces? Technical AssistanceFood Service BusinessFood Services BusinessSt. Paul, MN 55144-1000. Printed in U.S.A.PDF Version: 1.3. Linearized: No. Create Date: 2003:10:29 15:18:01-06:00. Modify Date: 2003:10:29 15:18:01-06:00. Page Count: 29. Creation Date: 2003:10:29 21:18:01Z. Mod Date: 2003:10:29 21:18:01Z. Producer: Acrobat Distiller 5.0.5 (Windows). Author: US038009. Metadata Date: 2003:10:29 21:18:01Z. Creator: US038009. Title: Microsoft Word - C1060Ins.doc. Very often issues with 3M C1060 begin only after the warranty period ends and you may want to find how to repair it or just do some service work. Even oftener it is hard to remember what does each function in Speaker System 3M C1060 is responsible for and what options to choose for expected result. Fortunately you can find all manuals for Speaker System on our side using links below. We are taking extra precautions and following the recommendations of the CDC to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all our team members. Naturally, we want to help you do the same for yours.

We are ready to help keep your drive-thru running smoothly, efficiently, and safely. Thank you for your continued business and allowing us the opportunity to serve you and your teams. Our technicians thoroughly check, repair, and upgrade to ensure like-new operation. Your purchase of these products includes a 4-month warranty. Please note that all refurbished items are subject to equipment availability. Advance Exchange Available. FCC Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Page 6 Important Information Model C1060 (Blank Page) iv ? 3M 2001 February Page 7 Model C1060 Introduction System Description The 3M Model C1060 Headset Intercom System is a wireless intercom system designed for high reliability, compactness, and ease of service. However, four components are common to all system configurations. Base Station The base station is the interface between the customer at the menu sign and the headset worn by the operator. See Figure 1. Figure 1. Page 9 Model C1060 Programming Station System Description The programming station is used to program C960 and C1060 headsets to the same channel as the base station. Infrared light is used to transfer program data to the C1060 headset and a separate jack is provided for the C960 headset programming cable.Release the switch to listen. GREEN to indicate the battery is fully charged. Do not bend the rubber microphone boom. Page 15 Model C1060 Operation System Startup System startup includes turning on the base station and each headset that will be used. Check to see that the POWER indicator lights. 2. Slide the VOLUME switch to the desired position (DAY or NIGHT). Turning On the Headset To turn on the headset, press the ON switch located on the inside of the transceiver housing. This mode is available with all system configurations. Page Mode To page another operator, press and hold the page switch. Release the page switch to listen.To return to normal headset operation: 1. Turn the headset OFF. 2.

Turn the headset ON. The “ low battery tone” continues for two minutes after which the headset turns off automatically to prevent damage to the batteries.Remove protective backing from new pad and press it into place on the back of the battery housing. See Figure 12. Page 21 Model C1060 Maintenance Battery Charger Location The battery charger should be placed on a flat surface such as a desktop or table in a clean, dry environment. Batteries Care, Handling and Storage Avoid dropping batteries. Do not carry batteries in your pockets or leave them in hot, damp or dirty places. Page 22 Maintenance Model C1060 Disposing of Batteries To help protect the environment, C1060 rechargeable batteries which have reached the end of their useful life should be disposed of in accordance with local requirements. This helps ensure that a fully charged battery is always available. The headset automatically switches back to standby when the customer leaves the menu sign. To enable or disable the talk lock feature: 1. Turn the headset OFF. 2. Page 25 Model C1060 Special Instructions for System Manager The C1060 system is capable of operating on any one of eight different channels. You can correct these types of interference by changing the base station operating channel. See Figure 15. Figure 15. 2. Page 26 Special Instructions for System Manager Model C1060 Figure 17. 3. Press the RESET switch to “ read” the new channel selection into the microprocessor. Page 27 Model C1060 Special Instructions for System Manager Figure 18. 4. With the headset turned OFF, swing the microphone back, and insert the headset into the programming station with its programming window facing toward the programming cable jacks. See Figure 18. 5. Turn the headset ON. The indicator LED flashes, indicating that programming is complete. 6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to program the rest of the headsets. The headset is now programmed to the same channel as the base station.

Adjusting the Monitor Speaker Volume If the system has an optional monitor speaker, adjust its volume using the following procedure: 1. Page 29 Model C1060 Troubleshooting Introduction To use the following troubleshooting guide, locate the problem in the left column and look for the problem’s possible causes and corrections in the middle and right columns. Possible causes are listed in the order in which they are most likely to happen. Check for possible causes in the given sequence to help isolate the problem. System Troubleshooting Problem 1. No communications. All headsets hear static. 2. A single headset hears static. Possible Cause 1. Page 30 Troubleshooting 5. All headsets will not go into Standby (silence) when the vehicle leaves the menu sign. 6. Audio on all headsets cuts out or is interrupted. Model C1060 1. This is normal when a pulse (air switch) type of vehicle detector is used. 1. Press the Page switch to silence the menu microphone. 2. There is a large metal object near the loop in the driveway (if a loop is used). 2. Remove the object. 3. The Loop detector is “ locked up.” 3. Page 31 Model C1060 7. No Talk or listen from the menu sign when using the backup wired intercom. The C1060 system works OK. Troubleshooting 1. The base station is turned on. 1. Turn the base station OFF. 2. No power to the backup intercom. 2. Turn the backup intercom on or plug in its power transformer. 3. The volume controls are set too 3. Turn the volume controls up.Page 34 3 Food Services Trade Department 3M Center St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 Printed on 50 recycled waste paper, including 10 post-consumer waste paper. Printed in U.S.A. ?3M 2001 February 70-0710-3648-0 Rev.

The Yale Refined RDRGs, the New York All-Patient DRGs (AP-DRGs), and the All-Patient Refined DRGs (APR-DRGs) were developed for payment purposes ( Health Care Financing Administration, 1990 ). In assessing the adaptability of these existing systems for Medicare purposes, the following criteria were used: Within-group variation in resource use must be reduced, resulting in improved homogeneity within DRGs. The final number of classification groups must be manageable and administratively feasible. Necessary data must be easily obtainable and consistent across hospitals. Administrative costs must be reasonable. In addition, a system was sought that would be seen as fair, non-punitive, and easily understood by hospitals, physicians, and beneficiaries. The ability of a severity system to explain variation in resource use is a key consideration. All of the identified severity systems explained more variation in resource use than the current Medicare DRGs alone. However, explanatory power across DRGs has been found to vary considerably across the different severity measures. For example, MEDISGRPS showed only modest improvement over current DRGs for select DRGs, with an increase in explanatory power greatest among medical DRGs ( Iezzoni et al., 1991 ). These results paralleled those found using similar measurement systems that rely on computerized data from the Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS). Data elements and administrative ease also are key considerations. For example, DRG refinement systems requiring special abstraction of data would impose significant administrative burdens involving substantial data collection, verification, and processing. With more than 10 million Medicare discharges per year, this translates into a significant financial burden for hospitals and HCFA Systems that require additional medical record information were eliminated from consideration as being too costly to administer.

Of the seven systems we evaluated, the number of categories often was not included in the description of the system or depended upon if the system was used to overlay existing DRGs or applied independently to individual case records. To ensure adaptability to existing hospital data and claims payment systems, the potential number of DRGs in any revised system that would include a severity measure was limited to no more than 999. Although increasing the number of patient classes generally improves accuracy in predicting resource consumption, it also increases the opportunity for manipulation of the system by shifting patients into classes with higher payments, as well as increasing the number of low-volume DRGs (i.e., those with fewer than 10 cases). Table 1 summarizes the extent to which the severity measures under consideration met the HCFA criteria previously described. Based on these criteria, we considered the RDRGs, AP-DRGs, and APR-DRGs to be the most promising refinements. Because these three systems all were originally based on the Medicare DRGs and use the same data sources and elements, they theoretically could be easily adapted and used for Medicare payment. In addition, the Medicare DRG system has been in place for more than 10 years, and its rationale and methodology are relatively well understood by hospitals. As a result, a new system based on the current DRGs would require less implementation time and costs for both hospitals and HCFA. With this in mind, these three classification systems are described later and are evaluated as possible severity systems for the Medicare population. Table 1 Ability of Severity Measurement System to Meet Health Care Financing Administration Criteria System Criteria AP-DRGs are New York All-Patient Diagnosis-Related Groups (DRGs). APACHE is Acute Physiological and Chronic Health Evaluation.