AgaMatrix Jazz User manual

OWNER‘S GUIDE
Advanced Blood Glucose Monitoring System

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Manufacturer:
AgaMatrix, Inc.
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Salem, NH 03079 USA
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Meter Firmware ©2005-2011 AgaMatrix, Inc.
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Key Features in the AgaMatrix Jazz™
No Coding Required - The AgaMatrix Jazz doesn’t
require you to code your meter. Insert a test strip and
you are ready to test.
Pre/Post Tagging - After you test, tag your reading
with the mealtime. Better organize your data and see
how your test results change before and after meals.
Positive Feedback - The AgaMatrix Jazz will display
a smiley face icon if your result is within the target
range.

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Contents
Getting Started
Important Health-related Information
Important Information about Your
AgaMatrix Jazz System
About the AgaMatrix Jazz System
Meter Basics
Preparing For a Test With Your AgaMatrix
Jazz Meter
Performing a Control Solution Test
How To Test Your Blood Glucose Level
Testing on Your Palm or Forearm
Data Management Features
Viewing Individual Results
Viewing 14 Day Statistics
Viewing 14, 30, and 90 Day Averages
Viewing Pre/Post Mealtime Averages & Glucose Variability Tracking
Viewing 1 Month, 2 Week, and 3 Day Trend Graphs
Setting the Mealtime Tag
Setting Meter Volume
Setting the Time
Setting the Date
Setting Hypoglycemic Warning Alarms
Setting Hyperglycemic Warning Alarms
Setting the Glucose Target Range
Setting Alarms
Errors and Troubleshooting
Display Messages
Batteries
Caring For Your Meter and Lancing Device
Meter Specifications
Warranty
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Unpack your AgaMatrix Jazz Blood Glucose Monitoring
System. Dispose of the packing material properly.
IMPORTANT: To ensure accurate use of meter, verify the
time, date and units of measure.
For step-by-step instructions on changing the time and date
settings, please refer to chapters 13 and 14.
Getting Started
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Please Read the Following:
[1] Inaccurate results may occur in severely hypotensive indi-
viduals or patients in shock. Inaccurate low results may occur
for individuals experiencing a hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar
state, with or without ketosis. Critically ill patients should not
be tested with blood glucose meters.
[2] Severe dehydration and excessive water loss may yield
inaccurate results. If you believe you are suffering from severe
dehydration, consult your healthcare professional immediately.
[3] Patients undergoing oxygen therapy may receive
inaccurate results.
[4] Results below 70 mg/dL may mean low blood glucose
levels (hypoglycemia).
Important Health-related Information
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[5] Results over 240 mg/dL may mean high blood glucose
levels (hyperglycemia). Checking ketones may be advisable.
[6] If you get results below 70 mg/dL or above 240 mg/dL and
do not have symptoms of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia,
repeat the test. If you have symptoms, or continue to get
results that fall below 70 mg/dL or rise above 240 mg/dL,
follow the treatment plan recommended by your healthcare
team or contact your healthcare professional immediately.
[7] If you are experiencing symptoms that are not consistent
with your blood glucose test and you have followed all
instructions described in the AgaMatrix Jazz Owner’s Guide,
follow your healthcare professional’s recommendations.
[8] Do not use test strips that are expired or appear to be
damaged as they may return inaccurate results.
[9] Healthcare professionals should follow their institution’s
infection control protocols.
[10] Always follow your healthcare professional’s
recommendations.
Important Information about
Your AgaMatrix Jazz System
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The AgaMatrix Jazz System should be used:
[1] For measuring blood glucose levels from fresh capillary
whole blood samples taken from the fingertip, palms (at the
base of the thumb), or forearms.

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Physiological differences in
circulation between the fingertip,
palm (at the base of the thumb),
and forearm may result in
differences in blood glucose
measurements between these
sites. Differences in glucose
concentrations may be observed
after eating, taking insulin medication, or
exercise. Changes in blood glucose may be
detected at the fingertips before the palm (at
the base of the thumb) and forearm.
It is recommended that you use a ngertip sample if:
[1] You are testing for hypoglycemia or if you suffer from
hypoglycemia unawareness,
[2] You are testing your blood glucose within 2 hours of
eating, taking insulin, medication, exercising, or
[3] Your blood glucose results obtained from the palm (at the
base of the thumb) or forearm are not consistent with the way
you feel.
CAUTION: Please read all the instructions provided in
this Owner’s Guide and practice the testing procedures
before using the AgaMatrix Jazz Blood Glucose Monitoring
System. Blood glucose monitoring should be done under
the guidance of your healthcare professional.
[2] For in vitro (i.e. outside of the body) diagnostic use only.
[3] With AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strips and AgaMatrix Control
Solution only. Do not use other brands of test strips and control
solution with this meter. This may produce inaccurate results.
[4] For use at home (over the counter (OTC)) by persons with
diabetes, or in a clinical setting by healthcare professionals, as
an aid to monitor the effectiveness of diabetes control.
Do not use the AgaMatrix Jazz System for:
[1] The diagnosis of diabetes.
[2] Testing the glucose levels of neonates (children under 4
weeks).
[3] Testing glucose levels of arterial or venous blood.
[4] Testing glucose from sites other than the fingertip, palm
(at the base of the thumb), or forearm.
Possible test sites:
The AgaMatrix Jazz System requires only 0.5 μL of blood to
perform a glucose test. For best results, test using blood from
the tip of any finger. The palm (at the base of the thumb) and
forearm are alternate, but less accurate test sites. Only select
soft and fleshy areas to lance. Avoid lancing any bony areas,
obvious veins and moles.

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About the AgaMatrix Jazz System
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Your AgaMatrix Jazz System includes:
Does not include: Test Strips
About the AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip
With your AgaMatrix Jazz System, you can test your blood
glucose on your fingertips, palms (at the base of the thumb)
or forearms. Testing with
the AgaMatrix Jazz System
requires a small sample size,
0.5 μL of blood, about the
size of a pinhead.
CAUTION: Dispose used
test strips properly.
IMPORTANT: Use
AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strips
only once.
IMPORTANT: Only use AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strips with the
AgaMatrix Jazz System.
Important Test Strip Information:
[1] Store the AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip vial in a cool, dry place
at 46 °F to 86 °F (8 °C to 30 °C).
[2] Use AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strips only within the system oper-
ating temperature range of 50 °F to 104 °F (10 °C to 40 °C).
[3] Keep away from direct sunlight and heat.
[4] Store your AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strips in their original vial
only; never store them in another vial, any other container, or
outside the vial.
[5] After removing an AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip from the vial,
immediately close the vial cap tightly.
[6] With clean, dry hands you may gently handle the
AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip when removing it from the vial or
inserting it into the meter.
[7] Do not use AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strips beyond the
expiration date or 90 days after first opening the vial. This
may cause inaccurate results. Write the discard date (90 days
from the first opening) on the test strip vial.
[8] Do not bend, cut or alter AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strips.
[9] Apply only fresh capillary blood or control solution to the
sample area of the AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip.
Contact Bars:
Insert this end,
facing up, into the
meter’s test strip port.
Visual Fill Window:
The window will turn
red when enough
blood has been applied
or blue when enough
control solution has
been applied.
Sample Area:
Apply blood or control solution to the
tip of the test strip here.
• AgaMatrix Jazz
Blood Glucose Meter
• Two Pre-installed CR2032,
3 volt, Lithium Batteries
• Lancing Device with Cap
• Clear AST Lancing
Device Cap
• 10 Sterile Lancets
• Compact Carrying Case
• Control Solution
• Owner’s Guide

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About the AgaMatrix Jazz Meter
(1) Display: Glucose test results, symbols, messages and
graphs appear here.
(2) CHECK ( ) Button: Use the CHECK
button to confirm an option or make a
selection in a menu.
(3) UP Arrow ( ) Button: Use the UP
arrow button to scroll backward through
options.
(4) DOWN Arrow ( ) Button: Use the
DOWN arrow button to scroll forward
through options.
(5) BACKLIGHT ( ) Button: Use the
BACKLIGHT button to turn the backlight
ON and OFF.
(6) Test Strip Port: Insert the AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip, with
the contact bars facing up, into the test strip port.
About the AgaMatrix Jazz Meter Display Symbols/Messages
(1) Date and Time:
Appears here, including
when the meter is
deactivated.
(2) Glucose Test Results
(3) Low Battery Message: Appears
when battery #2 in your
meter is running low.
(4) Dead Battery Message: Appears when battery
#2 in your meter is dead.
(5) Temperature Symbol: Appears when the
meter is outside its operating temperature range of
50 °F to 104 °F (10 °C to 40 °C).
(6) Ketone Symbol: Appears when your glucose
test results are higher than 240 mg/dL.
(7) Control Solution message: Appears after
you have performed a control solution test.
(8) Units of Measurement symbol: Results will
be displayed in mg/dL.
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(9) Apply Sample to Test Strip message: The
flashing droplet symbol and the word “fill” will
signal you to apply a sample to the test strip.
(10) Volume Message: Can be set to ON or OFF.
(11) 1 Month, 2 Week, 3 Day Indicators: The
appropriate number of days will appear when viewing
graphical averages.
(12) 1,2,3 Countdown: The 1, 2 and 3 symbols will
appear during a glucose test.
(13) Graphing Area: Areas of the dot
matrix will appear during a test and when
displaying graphs.
(14) Happy Face Symbol: The happy face is displayed
with glucose test results that fall within specific pre and
post meal target ranges.
(15) Mealtime Tags: The mealtime tags appear after
a test is complete and will help categorize your results.
(16) /Day, SD, and AVG Symbols: These symbols
appear in the meter’s data management functions.
About the AgaMatrix Lancing System
(1) Cocking Handle: Cocks the device so it
is ready to lance.
(2) Depth Adjustment Dial: Adjusts how
deep the lancet will lance the skin.
(3) Depth Indicator Window: Displays
the depth setting of the lancing device.
(4) Release Button: Fires the lancet.
(5) Lancet: Lances the skin to produce a
drop of blood.
(6) Lancet Cover: Covers the lancet for
safety.
(7) Lancing Device Cap: Covers the lancet
when in lancing device.
(8) Alternate Site Testing Cap: An AST
clear lancing device cap used for obtaining
a blood sample on the palm (at the base of
the thumb) or forearm.
(9) Lancet Holder Cup: Holds the lancet
into place inside the lancing device.
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METER SYSTEM CHECK
Each time your meter is activated, the
meter will perform a meter system check.
All display segments and the backlight
will briefly flash ON.
IMPORTANT: If all the display segments
DO NOT ash ON (each time your meter
is activated), do not use the meter. Call
customer service immediately.
HOW TO ACTIVATE THE METER AND ENTER MENU MODE
[1] When your meter is deactivated, press the CHECK ( ) but-
ton to enter the menu mode.
[2] Press the DOWN ( ) or UP ( ) arrow buttons to view the
options: MEM, STATS, AVG, MEAL, GRAPH, TIME, DATE, TAG,
RANGE, BEEP, HYPO, HYPER, and ALARM. To view/alter any of
these options or settings press the CHECK ( ) button.
HOW TO ACTIVATE THE METER AND VIEW INDIVIDUAL
RESULTS
[1] When your meter is deactivated, press the CHECK ( ) but-
ton to enter menu mode. The word “MEM” is displayed. Press
the CHECK ( ) button again to see your most recent test result.
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[2] Press the DOWN ( ) or UP ( ) arrow buttons repeatedly
to scroll thru every test result, starting from the most recent
and ending with the oldest.
HOW TO ACTIVATE THE METER AND VIEW MEALTIME
AVERAGES
[1] When your meter is deactivated, press the CHECK ( ) but-
ton once to enter Menu mode. The word “MEM” is displayed.
Press the DOWN ( ) or UP ( ) arrow buttons until the word
“MEAL” appears in the lower part of the display. Press the
CHECK ( ) button again to see your most recent test result.
[2] Press the DOWN ( ) or UP ( ) arrow buttons repeatedly
to scroll through your Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Bedtime
Averages.
HOW TO DEACTIVATE THE METER
To deactivate the meter, press and hold the CHECK ( ) for 2
seconds. If the meter is inactive for 3 minutes, the meter will
be deactivated automatically.
HOW TO ACCELERATE THROUGH OPTIONS
Hold down the DOWN ( ) or UP ( ) arrow buttons to
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The AgaMatrix Jazz System has 2 different levels of control
solution: Normal and High. Select the level of control solution
you want to use.
The control solution is used to:
[1] Ensure that your AgaMatrix Jazz Meter and Test Strips are
working together properly.
[2] Practice testing without having to use your own blood.
Control solution tests should be performed when you:
[1] First get your meter.
[2] Suspect that your meter or test strips are not working
properly.
[3] Think your test results are not accurate.
[4] Have dropped or damaged your meter or exposed your
meter to liquids.
[5] Are advised by your healthcare professional to do so.
Control solution should only be used for 90 days after first
opening the bottle or until the expiration date printed on the
label, whichever comes first.
Performing a Control Solution Test
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[1] Insert an AgaMatrix Jazz Test
Strip: Insert a new AgaMatrix Jazz
Test Strip into the meter. Make sure
you insert the test strip, with the
contact bars facing up, into the test
strip port. The meter will be activated
automatically.
Note: If you do not start the test within 5 minutes, the meter will
be deactivated. To reactivate your meter, press the CHECK ( )
button or remove the unused AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip and
reinsert it into the meter.
[2] Meter Ready for Test: The meter now
displays the blood drop symbol and the word
“Fill”. The AgaMatrix Jazz System is now ready
for you to apply control solution or blood.
Preparing For a Test With Your
AgaMatrix Jazz Meter
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bottle. Discard the first drop of control
solution and wipe the bottle tip clean
using a clean tissue or paper towel.
Dispense a second drop onto a clean
surface, such as an unused resealable
plastic bag.
Bring the tip of the test strip to the control solution sample.
The AgaMatrix Jazz System will automatically detect if a test
is performed with AgaMatrix Control Solution.
When control solution is applied, the visual fill
window on the AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip turns
blue. Your meter will beep once indicating that
you should remove the tip of the AgaMatrix Jazz
Test Strip from the control solution sample. On
the meter display, the droplet symbol fills. The
scrolling bar and 1-2-3 indicates that the meter is
calculating your results.
IMPORTANT: Count forward 90 days from the date you
open a new bottle of AgaMatrix Control Solution. This is
your discard date. Write the discard date on the AgaMatrix
Control Solution bottle.
Important AgaMatrix Control Solution information:
[1] Use only AgaMatrix Control Solution with your AgaMatrix
Jazz System.
[2] Always replace the cap on the control solution bottle
immediately after use.
[3] Do not add water or any other liquid to control solution.
[4] Control solution tests should be performed within the system
operating temperature range of 50 °F to 104 °F (10 °C to 40 °C).
How to perform a control solution test:
[1] Inserting an AgaMatrix
Jazz Test Strip: Insert a new
AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip into the
meter. The meter will be activated
when the test strip is fully inserted.
[2] Meter Ready for Test: The meter now displays the
droplet symbol and the word “Fill”. The AgaMatrix Jazz
System is now ready for you to apply control solution. You do
not need to set a calibration code for this meter.
[3] Applying Control Solution: Shake the control solution
This is the visual ll window.
DO NOT PUT CONTROL
SOLUTION HERE.
Apply control solution here.
The entire
visual ll
window will
turn blue.
Droplet
Symbol:

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[3] Error in performing test.
[4] Watered-down control solution.
[5] Meter malfunction.
[6] Control solution test done outside the system operating
temperature of 50 °F to 104 °F (10 °C to 40 °C).
[7] Failure to shake the control solution bottle vigorously
before using.
[8] Failure to discard the rst drop of control solution and to
wipe the bottle tip clean.
CAUTION: Results from control solution tests do not reect
your blood glucose level. The control solution range is a
target range for control solution only. It is not a target
range for your blood glucose level.
[4] Viewing Control Solution Test Result:
The result will appear on the display and, if
the volume is enabled, your meter will beep
once. The date and the abbreviation “Ctrl”
will also appear on the display.
Compare the result of your control solution
test to the range printed on the AgaMatrix
Jazz Test Strip vial label for the control
solution level (Normal or High) that you
used. Your control solution result should fall
within this range. The control solution test
result is stored in memory.
To deactivate the meter, remove
the used AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip.
Dispose of used materials properly.
If your control solution test results
are out of the range, repeat the
test. If the results from the control
solution tests continue to fall
outside that range, do not use
the AgaMatrix Jazz System to test your blood glucose. Call
customer service.
IMPORTANT: Out-of-range results may be due to one or
more of the following factors:
[1] Expired or defective control solution.
[2] Expired or defective test strip.
Normal: 80-120 mg/dL
High: 220-320 mg/dL
FOR EXAMPLE ONLY.
Refer to your test
strip vial label for
corresponding range.

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How to Test Your
Blood Glucose Level
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CAUTION: To ensure accurate results, wash your hands with
warm, soapy water and dry before every test. Make sure
there is no grease, oil or lotion on the test site. Use lancets
only once. Do not use any lancet or lancing device that has
been used by another person. Unwashed hands may lead to
inaccurate results.
How to test your blood glucose level:
[1] Preparing the AgaMatrix Lancing Device:
Remove Lancing Device Cap:
Snap off the cap from the lancing
device.
Insert New Lancet: Insert a new AgaMatrix Lancet firmly into
the lancet holder cup. Pushing the
lancet into the lancet holder cup
may cock the device; this is OK.
Twist the Lancet Cover O:Hold the lancet firmly in place
with one hand and use your other hand to twist off the lancet
cover. Do not discard the lancet
cover. It should be used when
discarding your used lancet.
Replace Lancing Device Cap: Replace the lancing device
cap until it snaps into place.
Be careful not to touch the
exposed needle on the lancet.
Set the Lancing Level: The AgaMatrix Lancing Device offers 8
depth settings. Rotate the dial to the desired
setting as shown in the depth indicator
window. Level 1 is the most shallow; level 8 is
the deepest. If you have never lanced before,
it is recommended that you start at level 3.
If necessary, set the depth level to a deeper
setting to produce enough blood to fill the
test strip (0.5 μL).
Cock the Handle: Pull the cocking handle out until it clicks.
You may have already cocked the handle accidentally while
inserting the lancet; this is
OK. The lancing device is now
ready for use.
[2] Insert an AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip: Insert a new
AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip into the test
strip port of the meter. Make sure you
insert the test strip, with the contact
bars facing up, into the test strip port.
The meter will be activated when the
test strip is fully inserted.
Note: If you do not start the test within 5 minutes, the meter will
be deactivated. To reactivate your meter, take out the unused
AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip and reinsert it into the meter.
Meter Ready for Test: The meter now displays the droplet
symbol and the word “Fill”. The AgaMatrix Jazz System is
now ready for you to apply blood. You do not need to set a
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[3] Lancing: To ensure accurate results, wash hands with
warm, soapy water and dry before every glucose test. For
details on possible test sites, refer to chapter 3.
For instructions on how to test on your palm or forearm,
please refer to chapter 9.
Note: Keep your hand warm or
gently massage the site you are
lancing to stimulate blood flow.
Lance Test Site: Press the lancing
device against the site to be
lanced. Press the release button.
Express Blood Drop: When testing
on a finger tip, wipe away the first
blood drop that appears using
a clean tissue or paper towel.
Squeeze from the base of your
finger up towards the tip, until a
second small blood drop forms.
Do not squeeze directly around
the lanced area.
If necessary, set the lancing device to a deeper setting or use
a larger lancet to produce enough blood.
[4] Applying Blood Sample
Bring Test Strip to Blood Sample:
The meter now displays the
droplet symbol. This means your
AgaMatrix Jazz System is now
ready for you to apply blood.
Immediately bring the AgaMatrix
Jazz Test Strip to the blood
sample.
The test strip fills from the tip.
Do not apply blood on the top
surface of the test strip.
The AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip acts like a
sponge and draws the blood into the test
strip through the sample area. The visual fill
window of the AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip will
turn red.
This is the visual ll
window. DO NOT
PUT BLOOD HERE.
Apply blood here.
The entire visual ll
window will turn red.
WARNING: If the visual
ll window does not
completely ll, you may
get an inaccurate result.
Retest and ensure that
the visual ll window is
completely full.
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IMPORTANT:
[1] Remove the test strip from the blood sample as soon as
you hear the beep.
[2] Do not press the AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip against the
test site.
[3] Do not scrape blood onto the AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip.
[4] Do not apply blood to the top side of the AgaMatrix Jazz
Test Strip.
[5] Do not apply blood to the AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip
when the test strip is out of the meter.
[6] Do not put blood or foreign objects into the AgaMatrix
Jazz test strip port. Doing so may lead to system failure.
[7] Do not apply more blood after beep.
[8] Carefully read the test results
on the display before making any
treatment decisions.
Remove Test Strip from Blood Sample
when you hear the beep: Your meter
will beep once, when you should
remove the tip of the AgaMatrix Jazz
Test Strip from the blood sample.
On the meter display, the droplet symbol
fills. The scrolling bar and 1-2-3 indicates
that the meter is calculating your results.
Your test is completed when your blood
glucose test result with time and date is
shown on the display. If the volume is ON,
you will hear a beep. Your test result is now
stored in the memory.
[5] Test Result Mealtime Tagging and
Feedback
If the Mealtime Tag Feature is Enabled: The AgaMatrix Jazz
Meter allows you to add a tag to your test result. Tagging
results allows you to view averages before and after meals to
see what effect food has on your blood glucose levels.
After your result appears, a tag will flash on the display
suggesting a mealtime tag (Breakfast, Post Breakfast, Lunch,
Post Lunch, Dinner, Post Dinner, and Night). For example, if you
test at 12:30 PM, the meter will flash the word “POST LUNCH.”
If the tag is incorrect, you can change it by
pressing the DOWN ( ) or UP ( )
arrow buttons. Pressing the UP ( ) arrow
button would change the tag to Lunch,
pressing the DOWN ( ) arrow button
would change the tag to Dinner. Pressing
the CHECK ( ) button confirms the
mealtime tag and it stops flashing. Your
test result’s mealtime tag is now stored
in the memory. You can still change this
setting by pressing the DOWN
() or UP ( )arrow buttons, if you
Example of
Mealtime Tag:
POST LUNCH
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3 minutes of testing, the meter will deactivate. To activate
your meter with a used test strip still in the meter, press the
CHECK ( ) button once. Do not attempt to apply blood or
control solution to an already used test strip.
Remove the Lancet: When you
have finished testing, snap off the
cap from the lancing device. Be
careful not to touch the lancet tip.
Place the lancet cover onto a hard, even surface
(such as a tabletop) with the open-end facing
up. While the lancet is still in the lancing device,
bring the lancet tip to the lancet cover to recover
the used lancet. You can then safely handle the
used lancet.
Extract the lancet from the lancet
holder cup by pulling on the
plastic collar of the lancet (near the middle of the lancet).
Replace the lancing device cap
onto the lancing device until it
snaps or clicks into place.
Discard Properly: Discard the used AgaMatrix Jazz
Test Strip and Lancet properly.
WARNING: The lancing device and lancets should
only be used by one person. Never share lancing
devices or lancets. Used test strips, lancets, and
lancing devices may be considered biohazardous
or medical waste in your city or town. Follow all local
regulations for proper disposal.
haven’t removed the
test strip from the
meter yet.
If you don’t want to
tag a reading, scroll
through the options
by pressing the DOWN
() o r UP ( ) arrow
buttons. One of the
options will leave the
tag field blank. If you
do not want to tag meals, this feature can be turned OFF in the
menu mode.
Tagging Values:
The AgaMatrix Jazz Meter
suggests mealtime tagging
values according to this chart:
Feedback: Depending on
the mealtime tag and your test result, the meter will display
positive feedback in the form of a happy face. The
happy face symbol is displayed with glucose test results
that fall within specific pre and post meal target ranges.
[6] Final Steps
Remove the Test Strip: Remove
the used AgaMatrix Jazz Test Strip.
The AgaMatrix Jazz Meter will
automatically deactivate.
IMPORTANT: If you do not remove the used test strip after
Example of
Mealtime Tag:
POST BREAKFAST
Example of
Mealtime Tag:
NO TAG (BLANK)
Breakfast: 5:00AM - 7:59AM
Post Breakfast: 8:00AM - 9:59AM
Lunch: 10:00AM - 11:59AM
Post Lunch: 12:00PM - 2:59PM
Dinner: 3:00PM - 5:59PM
Post Dinner: 6:00PM - 8:59PM
Night: 9:00PM - 4:59AM

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testing. Ensure that your palm or forearm is facing up and
held level.
[3] Lance Test Site: Press the tip of the clear cap against the
skin of your palm of your hand (at the base of the thumb) or
forearm. Hold the tip to the test site for a few seconds before
pressing the release button.
[4] Express Blood Drop: After lancing, hold the lancing
device against your skin until a blood droplet forms. Make
sure the blood drop
is large enough to
completely fill the
visual fill window of
the test strip. Pull the
lancing device directly
off your palm or
forearm to ensure that
you do not smear the
blood drop.
Return to Chapter
8, step 4 to continue
with testing
instructions.
Testing glucose levels with blood obtained from the palm (at the
base of the thumb) or forearm may reduce the pain of testing.
The technique for testing on the palm and forearm is slightly
different than testing on the finger. Always discuss changes to
your testing habits with your healthcare professional.
IMPORTANT: When testing on the palm (at the base of the
thumb) or forearm, you may need to set the lancing device
to a deeper setting or use a larger lancet to obtain enough
whole blood to perform a test. Consult your healthcare
professional for a recommendation.
CAUTION: To ensure accurate results, wash your hands with
warm, soapy water and dry before every test. Clean and
make sure there is no grease, oil or lotion on the test site.
Follow Chapter 8, steps 1-2, to begin blood glucose testing.
For testing on your palm or forearm:
[1] Prepare Lancing Device: Always use the AST clear
lancing device cap on the lancing device.
[2] Rub Test Site: To
increase the blood
flow in your palm (at
the base of the thumb)
or forearm, rub the
area that you will be
Testing on Your Palm or Forearm
9
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Palm:
Palm: Forearm:
Palm: Forearm:
Palm: Forearm:
Forearm:
Release Button

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About averages and standard deviations:
Control solution, out-of-temperature-range results, and results
without a valid time or date are not included in averages,
standard deviations, and trend graphs. Hi and Lo test results will
be included in averages as values of 600 mg/dL and 20 mg/dL
respectively. 14, 30, and 90 day averages and trend graphs
are calculated by taking the average of all readings within the
respective time period. Standard deviations, averages, and trend
graphs do not include the current day in their calculations.
The standard deviation is an expression of the variation of
readings from the average reading. The greater this value the
more variation exists between individual readings and the
average. The standard deviation feature is a way to track your
glucose variability.
[1] When your meter is deactivated, press the
CHECK ( ) button once to enter menu mode.
The word “MEM” is displayed.
[2] Press the CHECK ( ) button again to enter
the individual results section.
[3] Press the DOWN ( ) arrow button to
scroll through the individual readings. Press
the UP ( ) arrow button to scroll backwards.
Note: When scrolling through, the oldest test re-
sult will cycle back to the most recent test result.
To return to the menu, press the CHECK ( ) button.
Viewing Individual Results
10.1
Data Management Features
10
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IMPORTANT: Results, averages and graphs stored in
memory should only be used as a reference. Do not
make treatment decisions based solely on stored results,
averages and graphs. Consult with your healthcare
professional regarding treatment options.
This chapter covers the steps on how to view your:
• Individual Results (1865 past results, with time and date)
• 14 Day Statistics
• 14, 30, and 90 Day Averages
• Pre/Post Mealtime Averages & Glucose Variability Tracking
• 1 Month, 2 Week, 3 Day Trend Graphs
How to access all data management features:
All past test results are accessed the same way. The following
instructions will explain how to get to the different types of
data.
[1] When your meter is deactivated press the CHECK ( ) but-
ton to enter menu mode. The word “MEM” is displayed.
[2] Press the DOWN ( ) arrow button to scroll forward and
press the UP ( ) arrow button to move backward through
the categories of data.
[3] Press the CHECK ( ) button to enter into a category and
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Viewing Pre/Post Mealtime Averages
& Glucose Variability Tracking
10.4
[4] Press the DOWN ( ) arrow
button. The display now shows
your 30 day average and average
number of tests per day.
[5] Press the DOWN ( ) arrow
button. The display now shows
your 90 day average and average
number of tests per day.
Note: Press the UP ( ) arrow button
to scroll backwards. When scrolling,
you will cycle through the 14, 30 and
90 Day Averages. To return to the
menu, press the CHECK ( ) button.
The AgaMatrix Jazz Meter categorizes readings as happening
before or after meals. These averages allow you to see how your
blood glucose levels vary by time of day. The pre/post mealtime
averages and standard deviations only include the first instance
of a particular mealtime tag (breakfast, post breakfast, lunch,
post lunch, etc.) per day over the last 14 day period. The second
and subsequent tests marked with the same time tag (on the
same day) are not included. The standard deviation feature is a
way to track your glucose variability.
Note: Standard deviation is always
displayed with a decimal point.
Viewing 14 Day Statistics
10.2
The stats feature allows you to compare your average test
result, the standard deviation between test results, and the
average number of tests per day over the last 14 day period.
[1] When your meter is deactivated, press the CHECK ( ) button
once to enter menu mode. The word “MEM” is displayed.
[2] Press the DOWN ( ) or UP ( ) arrow buttons
until the word “STATS” appears on the display.
[3] Press the CHECK ( )
button again to enter the
statistics section.
Note: To return to the menu,
press the CHECK ( ) button.
Viewing 14, 30, and 90 Day Averages
10.3
[1] When your meter is deactivated, press the CHECK ( ) but-
ton once to enter menu mode. The word “MEM” is displayed.
[2] Press the DOWN ( ) arrow button twice.
The abbreviation “AVG” will appear in the lower
part of the display.
[3] Press the CHECK ( ) button again to enter the 14, 30, and
90 day averages section. The display now shows your 14 day
average and average number of tests per day.
Average number
of tests per day
Standard
Deviation
Average Test
Result
Average
Number of
Tests Per Day
14 Day
Average
Test Result
Average
Number of
Tests Per Day
30 Day
Average
Test Result
Average
Number of
Tests Per Day
90 Day
Average
Test Result
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[2] Press the DOWN ( ) or UP ( ) arrow
buttons until the abbreviation “GRAPH”
appears in the lower part of the display.
[3] Press the CHECK ( ) button again to enter
the graph section. The display now shows your
1 month graph.
[4] Press the DOWN ( ) arrow button. The
display now shows your 2 week trend graph.
[5] Press the DOWN ( ) arrow button. The
display now shows your 3 day trend graph.
Note: Press the UP ( ) arrow button to scroll
backwards. When scrolling, you will cycle through
the Trend Graphs. To return to the menu, press the
CHECK ( ) button.
[1] When your meter is deactivated, press the CHECK ( )button
once to enter menu mode. The word “MEM” is displayed.
[2] Press the DOWN ( ) or UP ( ) arrow buttons
until the word “MEAL” appears in the lower part
of the display.
[3] Press the CHECK ( )
button again to enter the
mealtime averages section.
The display now shows your
breakfast average.
[4] Press the DOWN ( ) arrow
button. The display now shows
your post breakfast average.
[5] Press the DOWN ( ) arrow
button. The display now shows
your lunch average.
[6] Press the DOWN ( ) arrow
button. The display now shows
your post lunch average.
[7] Press the DOWN ( ) arrow
button. The display now shows
your dinner average.
[8] Press the DOWN ( ) arrow button. The
display now shows your post dinner average.
[9] Press the DOWN ( ) arrow button. The
display now shows your bedtime average.
[1] When your meter is deactivated, press the CHECK ( )
button once to enter menu mode. The word “MEM” is displayed.
Number
of results
tagged
Standard
Deviation
Average
Test Result
Note: Press the UP ( ) arrow button to scroll backwards. When
scrolling, you will cycle through the Pre/Post Mealtime Averages.
To return to the menu, press the CHECK ( ) button.
Viewing 1 Month, 2 Week,
and 3 Day Trend Graphs
10.5