CONTENTS
1. Introduction...................................................................................... 4
1.1. Intended applications......................................................................... 4
1.2. Features ............................................................................................ 4
1.3. Unpacking.......................................................................................... 4
1.4. Standard contents ............................................................................. 5
1.5. Optional accessories ......................................................................... 5
1.6. Warranty card .................................................................................... 5
1.7. Guarantee.......................................................................................... 5
2. Important Safety Instructions ......................................................... 6
2.1. Precautions........................................................................................ 6
2.2. Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) considerations ........................ 7
3. Principles of Operation ................................................................... 7
3.1. Compliance measurement................................................................. 7
3.2. Tympanogram ................................................................................... 8
3.3. Stapedial reflex measurement ........................................................... 8
4. Using the Otowave .......................................................................... 8
4.1. Installing & replacing batteries .......................................................... 9
4.2. Operating language ........................................................................... 9
4.3. Controls and indicators ...................................................................... 9
4.4. The probe ........................................................................................ 11
4.5. Start-up and menu displays ............................................................. 11
5. Taking measurements................................................................... 12
5.1. Prior to testing and Ambient conditions ........................................... 12
5.2. Ear tip .............................................................................................. 12
5.3. Performing a test ............................................................................. 13
5.4. Ear seal check ................................................................................. 17
5.5. Reflex options .................................................................................. 18
5.6. Error messages ............................................................................... 19
6. Saving Results in the Database ................................................... 19
7. IrDA Communications ................................................................... 21
8. Transferring the Results ............................................................... 22
8.1. Sending the results to a printer........................................................ 22
8.2. Sending the results to a computer ................................................... 22