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Stand-alone
User Guide
Doc. No.7-50-1600-EN/05
Part No.7-50-16000-EN

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  • Page 1 MADSEN Zodiac Quick Check Stand-alone User Guide Doc. No.7-50-1600-EN/05 Part No.7-50-16000-EN...
  • Page 2 The manufacturer authorizes GN Otometrics A/S to publish manuals approved and released by the manufacturer. © 2016, 2018 GN Otometrics A/S. All rights reserved. ® Otometrics, the Otometrics Icon, AURICAL, MADSEN, Otoscan, ICS and HORTMANN are registered trademarks of GN Otometrics A/S in the U.S.A. and/or other countries.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The Quick Check probe The Quick Check front panel The Zodiac menu Testing with Zodiac Quick Check - Stand-alone Managing test results in MADSEN Zodiac 10 Printing and data transfer from Zodiac 11 Troubleshooting 12 Service, cleaning and calibration 13 Technical specifications...

  • Page 4: Overview

    Printing test results Some versions of MADSEN Zodiac have a built-in thermal printer for printing test results. When MADSEN Zodiac is used in connection with the OTOsuite Immittance software module, test results can be transferred to OTOsuite for printing as OTOsuite reports.

  • Page 5: Intended Use

    Intended use MADSEN Zodiac is an auditory impedance tester that is intended to change the air pressure in the external auditory canal and measure and graph the mobility characteristics of the tympanic membrane to evaluate the functional condition of the middle ear.

  • Page 6: Unpacking

    3. Check with the packing list to make sure that you have received all necessary parts and accessories. If your package is incomplete, contact your local distributor. Installation To ensure safe performance of the device, make sure that MADSEN Zodiac is correctly installed and that the requirements listed as warning notes are complied with. Warning notes ►...
  • Page 7 When you start up the device, you will be prompted to set the time manually. • Set the date and time as required on the device. • Alternatively, you can connect to OTOsuite where it will be done automatically. Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac...
  • Page 8 User Guide Switching MADSEN Zodiac on and off 1. To switch on Zodiac, press the On/Off button. – In the stand-alone versions of the device, the display and some function buttons light up. On/Off 2. To switch off Zodiac, press the button.

  • Page 9: The Quick Check Probe

    When you pull the paper upwards before closing the cover, you will see the Otometrics watermark. 6. Tear off the part of the paper where glue has held the roll together.
  • Page 10 The eartip can be used for both ears. If you suspect infection in one ear, use a clean eartip and probe tip • before you continue testing on the other ear. Holding the probe • Underhand grip • Overhand grip Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac...

  • Page 11: The Quick Check Front Panel

    The function of this button depends on the configuration of the system. • Zodiac with a built-in printer: Press this button to print all test results for the current patient. Measurement selections Tymp Press this button to select the Tympanometry test. (tympanometry) Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac...
  • Page 12 Delete Press this button to delete individual measurements. Probe check Probe check Place the probe in the probe check cavity and press this button to carry out a probe check. Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac...

  • Page 13: The Zodiac Menu

    The first column is selected: it is shown in gray, and the selected test protocol is marked up in blue. • Use the arrow buttons to scroll up or down to select another test protocol, if needed. Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac...

  • Page 14: Testing With Zodiac Quick Check - Stand-Alone

    Ipsi Reflex testing. All tests are performed in one single sequence. MADSEN Zodiac is used in combination with the hand-held Quick Check probe fitted with an eartip. The measurements are performed automatically when the probe is pressed gently against the patient's ear canal and her- metic seal is achieved.
  • Page 15 2. If the ear canal is blocked, this may affect the result of the test. Clean the ear canal if needed. Caution The probe can be damaged if fluids enter the probe. • Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac...
  • Page 16 7. Any leakage will interrupt the test. The probe will indicate if there is a leak. When you get a leak detection signal, you must briefly remove the probe from the ear before try- ing again. Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac...
  • Page 17 Probe leakage If there is a probe leak during testing, this will be shown on the MADSEN Zodiac and OTOsuite screens. If you are using the Quick Check probe, the leakage indication will remain until you remove the probe from the ear and try again.
  • Page 18 Deflection curves are shown when a reflex has been detected. No Response If a reflex is not detected, the highest stimulus is displayed together with a indication. If the system cannot automatically analyze a reflex measurement, a Not Tested indication is shown. Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac...

  • Page 19: Managing Test Results In Madsen Zodiac

    Managing test results in MADSEN Zodiac The following applies to managing test results in MADSEN Zodiac. If you wish to perform these actions in OTOsuite, see the OTOsuite User Guide or OTOsuite Reference Manual. Swapping ear results If you have tested a patient with the wrong ear selected, you can swap the ear results both during a session and after a ses- sion so that the results are assigned to the other ear.

  • Page 20: Printing And Data Transfer From Zodiac

    Perform a probe check to rule out malfunction of the probe. Service, cleaning and calibration Warning Under no circumstances disassemble MADSEN Zodiac. Contact your supplier. Parts inside MADSEN Zodiac • must only be checked or serviced by authorized personnel. Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac...
  • Page 21 We recommend that you set up a schedule for cleaning Zodiac and accessories such as probes and/or earphones. Prerequisites • Before cleaning, switch off MADSEN Zodiac and disconnect it from any external power source. Cleaning the printer's paper compartment Cleaning the printer ►...
  • Page 22 Note • Accurate testing is only guaranteed if you use the eartips approved specifically for MADSEN Zodiac by Oto- metrics. Ear canal debris blocking the probe tubes can lead to abnormally large ear canal volume readings, leak messages, and other odd results.
  • Page 23 This will loosen the probe tip. Caution Even the slightest amount of mois- • ture may dissolve any residual cerumen and thus contaminate the sensitive parts in the body of the probe. 2. Take out the probe tip. Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac...
  • Page 24 Check the paper compartment regularly to make sure that it is free from paper dust and that the thermal paper head is clean. Prerequisites • Before cleaning, switch off MADSEN Zodiac and disconnect it from any external power source. Warning When you open the paper compartment, be careful not to injure your hands on the cutter blades. •...
  • Page 25 The probe should be checked daily. Probe check ► Additional probe admittance checks can be performed. See the MADSEN Zodiac Reference Manual. Note If the test environment changes, for instance if there is an increase in humidity or if you are going to test at a •...

  • Page 26: Technical Specifications

    • If the probe is faulty, contact an authorized service department for repair. Technical specifications Type identification MADSEN Zodiac is type 1096 from GN Otometrics A/S Compliance measuring system Probe tone: 226 Hz at 85 dB SPL ± 3 dB Dynamic probe tone level: The probe tone level will be compensated to accommodate varying ear canal volumes.
  • Page 27 0 ms 0 ms 0 ms Rise/fall time: 250 ms 250 ms 100 ms Overshoot/Undershoot: Notes: 1. Tolerance +120/-0 ms Characteristics for pulsed stimuli (ipsilateral) Pulsed stimuli are used for ipsilateral Reflex Screening and Reflex Threshold testing. Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac...
  • Page 28 Noise level is indicated in dB HL. Tolerance ±5 dB. ANSI & IEC reflex stimulus RETSPL values Frequencies Ipsilateral probe Insert Insert Supra-aural Supra-aural (Hz) HA-1 phone phone phone phone HA-1 HA-2 IEC 60318- IEC 60318-1 3/NBS 9A 11.5 13.5 1000 2000 4000 12.0 12.0 13.5 Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac...
  • Page 29 12.5 14.5 Notes: 1. From ANSI/ASA S3.6-2010, Table 5. 2. From ANSI/ASA S3.6-2010, Table 7. 3. Based on Otometrics internal study Air pressure system Range: Normal +200 to -400 daPa/s Pressure sweep rate: 200, 400, 600 daPa/s ± 20% in 20% to 80% of the total pressure range Pressure accuracy: ±...
  • Page 30 28 mm x 22 mm x 100 mm (1.1” x 0.9” x 3.9”) Weight Stand-alone version: 2.65 kg/5.85 lb PC-based version: 1.65 kg/3.64 lb Optional features (Stand-alone) Printer: Built-in printer. Prints 832 dot line/s on 112 mm paper width 2 cc coupler Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac...
  • Page 31 Equipment should be calibrated regularly according to EN 60645-5 and ANSI S3.39 Essential performance MADSEN Zodiac has no essential performance and accordingly, the applicable requirements are as stated in the following: EN 60645-5:2005 Type 2, ANSI S3.39 1987 (R2012) Type 2 1.
  • Page 32 IEC 60601-1-2:2014 and EN 60601-1-2:2015 Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - electromagnetic emissions for all equipment and systems MADSEN Zodiac is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of MADSEN Zodiac should ensure that it is used in such an environment.
  • Page 33 Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - electromagnetic immunity - for equipment and systems within Professional Healthcare use environment MADSEN Zodiac is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of MADSEN Zodiac should ensure that it is used in such an environment.
  • Page 34 IEC 60601-1-2:2007 and EN 60601-1-2:2007 Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - electromagnetic emissions for all equipment and systems MADSEN Zodiac is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of MADSEN Zodiac should ensure that it is used in such an environment.
  • Page 35 Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - electromagnetic immunity - for equipment and systems that are NOT life-supporting MADSEN Zodiac is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of MADSEN Zodiac should ensure that it is used in such an environment.
  • Page 36 Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and MADSEN Zodiac The MADSEN Zodiac is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the MADSEN Zodiac can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equip- ment (transmitters) and the MADSEN Zodiac as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.

  • Page 37: Standards And Warnings

    This requirement applies in the European Union. Do not dispose of these products as unsorted municipal waste. You can return your device and accessories to Otometrics, or to any Otometrics supplier. You can also con- tact your local authorities for advice on disposal.
  • Page 38 1. This class of equipment is allowed in domestic establishments when used under the jurisdiction of a health care pro- fessional. 2. MADSEN Zodiac is intended for diagnostic and clinical use by audiologists and other trained health care professionals in testing the hearing of their patients.
  • Page 39 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac...

  • Page 40: Other References

    Zodiac and the OTOsuite modules. For OTOsuite installation instructions, see the OTOsuite Installation Guide, on the OTOsuite installation medium. You can find in-depth information about using MADSEN Zodiac in the MADSEN Zodiac Reference Manual. Troubleshooting examples are described in the MADSEN Zodiac Reference Manual.

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