5 The Zodiac probes
Starting the test
The test starts automatically when you press the screening eartip gently into the ear canal and seal is obtained.
Stopping the test
You can stop the test by removing the probe from the test ear.
Preparing and cleaning the probe
See
Fitting the eartip on the probe ► 38
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Cleaning the probe and probe tip ► 120
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5.2
The diagnostic probes
Depending on the configuration of MADSEN Zodiac, MADSEN Zodiac can be used with one or two types of immittance
probes. By using different eartips the probes can be used for both children and adults.
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The Zodiac Quick Check probe is optimized for fast, single-handed operation
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The Zodiac diagnostic and clinical probe is optimized for reflex measurements, and combined with the use of a con-
tralateral phone.
Depending on the configuration of the device,
Zodiac Diagnostic and Zodiac Clinical are delivered
with a diagnostic probe already connected.
The diagnostic probe is available in two versions.
Warning
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Using the probe
The diagnostic probe and shoulder strap ► 24
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Using two probes with the device ► 26
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Fitting the eartip on the probe ► 38
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Fitting the probe in the patient's ear ► 39
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Cleaning the probe and probe tip ► 120
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5.2.1
The diagnostic probe and shoulder strap
The diagnostic probe is connected to the probe
shoulder strap.
Warning
before inserting it into the ear of the patient.
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Always fit an eartip on the probe before inserting it into the ear of the patient.
Always fit an eartip on the probe
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The Classic probe
The Classic probe
The Comfort probe
The Comfort probe
Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac