Inventis TIMPANI User manual

TYMPANOMETER
TIMPANI
USER MANUAL

Read this manual carefully before using the instrument. Pay close
attention to the instructions given in the chapter on Chapter 1 and
Chapter 2.
Internal inspection of the instrument must be entrusted entirely to
approved technicians.
Copyright: Inventis S.r.l. is the owner of the copyright on this manual. It is
forbidden to copy, reproduce or alter the manual, in its entirety or in part,
without the express written authorization of Inventis S.r.l..
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Document title: IM1P-User Manual En
Revision: 02
Date: 18/02/2019

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Summary
Foreword.................................................................................................... vii
Chapter 1 Introduction................................................................................ 9
User Manual........................................................................................... 9
Operator responsibilities....................................................................... 9
Intended use.......................................................................................... 10
Main features........................................................................................ 10
Use cases................................................................................................ 11
Warnings and Precautions.................................................................. 11
Disposal................................................................................................. 13
Conformity ........................................................................................... 13
Symbols on labels................................................................................. 14
Chapter 2 Installation and use .................................................................. 17
Opening the pack and inspecting the contents .................................. 17
Parts and accessories ........................................................................... 18
Precautions ........................................................................................... 18
Connections .......................................................................................... 19
Power-up and main screen.................................................................. 20
Chapter 3 Tympanometry.......................................................................... 23
How the test is conducted.................................................................... 23
The tympanometry window ................................................................ 23
Test results............................................................................................ 25
1000 Hz tympanometry ....................................................................... 26
Chapter 4 Tympanometry and acoustic reflex testing .............................. 29
Acoustic Reflex Test window............................................................... 30
Chapter 5 Patient management................................................................. 31
Create new patient............................................................................... 31
View patient list.................................................................................... 32
Save current session............................................................................. 32

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Chapter 6 Settings...................................................................................... 35
Settings window.................................................................................... 35
General user-settable parameters....................................................... 36
Chapter 7 Interface with PC...................................................................... 37
Connection to PC ................................................................................. 37
Chapter 8 Maintenance ............................................................................. 39
Periodic checks..................................................................................... 39
Maintenance of Transducers............................................................... 41
Cleaning the probe............................................................................... 41
Cleaning the instrument...................................................................... 43
Replacing the battery........................................................................... 43
Repairs and technical assistance......................................................... 44
Appendice A Technical Specifications ............................................... 45
Appendice B Troubleshooting ............................................................ 49
Appendice C Electromagnetic compatibility ...................................... 51
Appendice D Bibliography.................................................................. 57

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Foreword
Thank you for purchasing an Inventis audiology device.
Advantageously compact and lightweight, the Timpani tympanometer is a
powerful and versatile screening device, ideal for fast and accurate
examinations of the middle ear.
The Inventis company has always considered the use of its devices in
conjunction with computers to be a factor of key importance. Installing the
Maestro software suite, available with or without proprietary database or as
a Noah module, any Inventis audiology device can be connected to a
computer, and all examinations conducted then archived in the user's own
database.
Bear in mind also that Inventis has developed a complete line of audiology
devices: in addition to middle ear analyzers, the company's product line
includes a range of audiometers, REM and HIT hearing aid fitting devices, a
wireless video otoscope, and much more.
For further information, and to report any problems of whatever description
that may be encountered, contact the company at:
Inventis S.r.l.
Corso Stati Uniti, 1/3
35127 Padua Italy
Tel.: [phone] –Fax: [phone]
www.inventis.it [email protected]t

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Chapter 1
Introduction
USER MANUAL
Be sure to read this manual through completely, so that all of the features
offered by the instrument can be used to their full potential. In particular, be
sure to read this chapter in its entirety, as it contains information and
warnings that are of fundamental importance in ensuring safe and correct
use of the device.
The safety warning symbol illustrated below is used in this manual to draw
the attention of the reader to information of particular importance in matters
of safety, and to guard against incorrect use.
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES
The Timpani tympanometer guarantees consistent and dependable
performance only when used in accordance with the instructions and
procedures described in this manual.
Should the device need to undergo repair or maintenance work, it must be
disconnected from the electrical power supply, and not used again until after
this work has been completed. When defective or failed parts must be
renewed, accept only original replacement parts supplied by Inventis s.r.l.
Any repairs must be entrusted exclusively to Inventis or to service
technicians approved by Inventis.
No parts of the device must be modified or replaced without authorization
from Inventis.
The user assumes full responsibility for any malfunction resulting from
improper use or operation, likewise from maintenance or repair work
performed by third parties other than Inventis s.r.l. or Service Centres

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approved by Inventis. Inventis s.r.l. and approved Service Centres will
answer for the performance and reliability of the equipment only if:
1. adjustments, modifications or repairs have been entrusted to
persons authorized by Inventis;
2. the electrical system and earthing of the installation are in
compliance with the specifications of standards for electro-medical
appliances.
INTENDED USE
The Timpani tympanometer is a device enabling the user to measure
hearing impedance and/or conduct pure tone audiometry for screening
purposes. It is intended for use by healthcare professionals in hospitals,
nurseries, ENT clinics and audiology practices as an instrument for auditory
screening programmes, and as an aid to the diagnosis of possible hearing
disorders.
MAIN FEATURES
The Timpani is a portable device that can be used to conduct middle ear
screening tests simply, swiftly and accurately. Available with a range of
optional licenses, the device is able to meet the needs of private medical
practices, clinics and hospitals alike.
The main strengths of the device are:
-backlit colour display with touchscreen interface, allowing graphic
illustration of test results;
-compact and ergonomic design, lightweight construction;
-long endurance, with built-in rechargeable lithium battery;
-interaction with computer using Maestro software.
Depending on the licenses activated, the main functionalities available are:
-screening tympanometer able to perform 226 Hz tympanometry test;
-1000 Hz tympanometry test
-ipsilateral acoustic reflex test (using 226 Hz probe tone) with stimuli
enabled at 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, 2000 Hz and 4000 Hz if full reflex license
is active, and stimulus restricted to 1000 Hz if 1000 Hz-only reflex
license is active.
Other accessories available for the Timpani tympanometer are a dedicated
charging station and a portable thermal printer.