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AmpliVox Otowave 302+ User Manual

AmpliVox Otowave 302+
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D-0126546-C
INSTRUCTION FOR USE

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

AmpliVox Otowave 302+ Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen TypeLCD
OAE TypeDPOAE
StimulusTone
Frequency Range1000-6000 Hz
DisplayLCD
Weight300 g

Summary

Introduction to the Otowave 302+

Intended Applications

Details the intended use and target users for the Otowave 302+ impedance meter.

Contraindications for Testing

Lists conditions that contraindicate testing to ensure patient safety.

Standard and Optional Accessories

Lists all standard and optional accessories included or available for the device.

Guarantee Information

Details the warranty terms, coverage, and exclusions for the instrument.

Warning and Caution Labels

Explains the meaning of warning and caution symbols used throughout the manual.

Unpacking and Installation Guide

General Unpacking and Device Markings

Instructions for checking contents, retaining packaging, and understanding device symbols.

Safety Instructions and Precautions

Covers general safety, electrical, EMC, explosion hazards, and measuring accuracy.

Environmental and Miscellaneous Factors

Guidance on operating environment, storage, and miscellaneous usage notes.

Connections and Base Unit Controls

Details on rear panel connections and the base unit's controls and indicators.

Probe Overview and Ear Tip Selection

Information on probe components, controls, and choosing the correct ear tip size.

Light Indicators and Contralateral Transducer

Explanation of system status lights and how to use the contralateral transducer.

Hardware Installation and Initial Settings

Steps for hardware setup, including power connection and initial language/time settings.

Printer Setup and Operation

Instructions for installing, connecting, and using the optional MPT-II printer.

Principles of Operation

Otoscopic Examination

Importance of pre-test ear examination to ensure accurate measurements.

Admittance Measurement Principles

Explanation of how the device measures ear admittance using a probe tone.

Understanding Tympanograms

How tympanometry works and provides information about middle ear mobility.

Acoustic Reflex Measurement

Details on how acoustic reflexes are measured as a response to sound stimuli.

Using the Otowave 302+ Device

General Usage Precautions

Essential safety and handling advice to ensure proper and safe operation.

Powering On/Off and Menu Navigation

Instructions for powering the instrument on/off and navigating through menus.

Profile Management and Settings

How to change, copy, and reset user profiles for test settings.

Display Mode Options

Options for viewing test settings and current profile selections.

Test Settings Configuration

Overview and configuration of sweep and reflex test settings.

System Settings Configuration

Settings for time, date, contrast, language, and other system parameters.

Performing Tests: Ear Selection and Tympanometry

Step-by-step guide for selecting ears and performing tympanometry.

Ear Seal Checks

Details on the standard and extended methods for checking ear seal quality.

Understanding Tympanometry Results

Guide to interpreting tympanogram graphs, values, and pass/refer signs.

Performing Tympanometry and Acoustic Reflex Tests

Procedure for conducting combined tympanometry and acoustic reflex measurements.

Understanding Acoustic Reflex Results

How to interpret the results of acoustic reflex tests, including reflex summary.

Processing Test Results

Options for printing, saving, viewing, and transferring test results.

Database Management

Managing stored records: listing, viewing, printing, and deleting entries.

Data Transfer and Database Full Handling

Transferring data to PC and managing a full internal database.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Routine Maintenance Procedures

General Maintenance Guidelines

Recommendations for instrument care, cleaning, and annual servicing.

Cleaning the Otowave 302+ and Probe

Step-by-step instructions for cleaning the main unit and the probe assembly.

Disposable Supplies Usage

Guidelines for using and discarding disposable items like ear tips.

Accessories, Repair, and Warranty

Information on replacement parts, authorized repair, and product warranty terms.

Calibration and Instrument Return

Recommendations for annual calibration and procedures for returning the instrument.

Technical Specifications

Standard and Regulatory Compliance

Details on CE marking, device class, and applicable safety standards.

General Device Specifications

Physical dimensions, weight, power supply, and environmental operating conditions.

Tympanometry Specifications

Detailed parameters for tympanometry measurements, including probe tone and pressure.

Acoustic Reflex Testing Specifications

Detailed parameters for acoustic reflex testing, including frequencies and levels.

EMC Guidance and Manufacturer's Declaration

Safety Precautions for Connections

Appendix A: 1000 Hz Tympanometry & Meatus Compensation

Tympanometric Properties Explained

Physiological factors affecting tympanometric measurements like stiffness, mass, and friction.

Tympanometric Measurement Details

How ear canal admittance is separated from total measurements for accuracy.

Scalar vs. Vector Baseline Comparison

Compares scalar and vector baseline compensation methods for 1 kHz tympanometry.

Appendix B: Baseline Mode

Baseline Mode Overview

How to alter display mode and baseline offsets for tympanogram presentation.

226 Hz Tympanometry: Scalar Mode

Details the scalar display mode available for 226 Hz probe frequency.

1000 Hz Tympanometry Modes

Explains scalar, vector, and component display modes for 1000 Hz tympanometry.

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