MAICO MA 42

Introduction

The MA 42 is a sophisticated diagnostic audiometer offering pure tone, speech, and sound field audiometric testing. It features a small footprint with intuitive icons for easy operation. Its variety of diagnostic features make it an advanced device with simple testing management for an efficient workflow. The MA 42 includes dual AC connection options and speech playback modes using internal wave files, external audio devices, or live speech, making it suitable for a wide range of test settings. Compliant with EC 60645-1, Type 2 / ANSI S3.6, Type 2, the MA 42 ensures reliable and precise test results.

Features at a Glance

• Air, bone, and speech 2-channel audiometer
• Independent mixing of signals and channels
• Connection for one or two AC transducers, BC, and sound field testing
• Optional high-frequency audiometry up to 16,000 Hz
• Advanced diagnostic test functions
• Included Special Tests: Pure Tone Stenger, Speech Stenger, MHA
• Optional Extended Special Tests: SISI, Tone Decay, ABLB, MLB, Langenbeck test
• Full color display with a simple screen design
• Small footprint for ease of portability
• Easy access to talk forward, talk back, and monitor functions
• Internal database stores a minimum of 500 patients with 25 sessions
• Direct printout of results or store report as PDF
• Optional MAICO Sessions PC Software

Founded to Make Hearing Screening Easier

MAICO Diagnostics, founded in 1937 by Leland A. Watson, was established to meet a growing need among doctors for a reliable, scientific tool to assess hearing loss. From the beginning, the company's mission has been to create accurate, easy-to-use hearing test equipment that supports early detection of hearing loss and improves quality of life around the world.

Applications

Audiology / ENT / Clinics

Comprehensive and powerful, the MA 42 features a 2-channel design with pure tone, speech, sound field audiometry, and optional advanced Special Tests, delivering all the tools needed for precise and thorough hearing evaluations. Designed to meet the needs of patients of all ages, the MA 42 provides accurate, tailored hearing assessments for every individual. Whether conducting routine screenings or detailed diagnostic evaluations, the MA 42 supports the goal of accurate, efficient, and personalized care every step of the way.

Image Description: A clinician is administering a hearing test to a patient wearing headphones, with the MA 42 audiometer on the table.

Hearing Aid Dispenser

Portable and easy to use, the MA 42 delivers fast and reliable audiometric testing to streamline the fitting process. Featuring pure tone, speech, and sound field audiometry, it adapts to a wide range of patient needs. With intuitive controls and integrated data management, the MA 42 ensures smooth testing and secure patient record handling, making it a dependable partner for audiometry on the go.

Image Description: A clinician and patient are looking at computer screens displaying audiograms, with the MA 42 audiometer on the desk.

MA 42 – Features & Benefits

State-of-the-Art Design

The ergonomic design features sturdy side dials for level changes, allowing comfortable hand placement for both right and left-handed operation. The clear arrangement of large, rubberized keys puts all testing functions at your fingertips. The user-friendly design is maintained across all test screens, ensuring data management, navigation, and test setup features are always readily accessible. Quick screen transitions and on-board communication controls allow for easy guidance of patients through measurements, simplifying the user's workflow.

Image Description: A close-up view of the MA 42 audiometer, highlighting its ergonomic design and control panel.

Display

The color display offers a simple screen design and easy differentiation between the right and left ears. Smart icons and easy-to-identify labels ensure straightforward operation, while quick select button functions improve test time and ease of test transitions.

Image Description: A sample audiogram is displayed on the MA 42's color screen, showing frequency on the x-axis and hearing level on the y-axis.

Audiometry on the Go

The MA 42 diagnostic audiometer is ideal for mobile audiometry. Its small size and minimal weight allow for ease of transportation from site to site. The internal database allows sessions to be stored internally for later retrieval. The optional carrying case can serve as a mobile office, making it convenient to transport the MA 42 wherever needed. The carrying case allows the unit to be mounted and accessories to remain connected for easy and quick setup.

Image Description: A clinician and patient are engaged in a hearing test, similar to the introduction image, emphasizing the portable nature of the device.

Pure Tone Audiometry

The MA 42 features steady, warble, or pulsed pure tones and pediatric noise as test signals. Masking is easy to perform and can be concisely recorded in an appended table. With multiple transducer choices, users can select the ideal air conduction solution for their facility, while two dedicated ports keep them connected for quick, effortless switching.

Speech Audiometry

The MA 42's speech playback modes include internal wave files, external audio devices, or live speech, making it an ideal product for various test settings. With the ability to track responses, documenting results is simplified. The Internal WAV mode displays word lists, allowing users to verify responses at a glance. Setting a default list enhances speed; every saved result automatically brings up the next file, and the menu makes moving through files seamless.

Internal Database

The MA 42 features an internal database capable of storing up to 500 patient records, streamlining workflow. This allows for quick access to patient results for review directly from the device, minimizing the need for external data retrieval. When needed, stored results can be easily transferred to MAICO Sessions software or printed using the thermal printer.

Customizable Settings

Streamline workflow with fully customizable user settings, conveniently organized into intuitive categories, making each test faster, more efficient, and effortless.

Reporting Made Easy

Choose the workflow that matches your routine: save results to the internal database, create PDFs to a USB stick, print via the thermal printer, or transfer data to MAICO Sessions for easy storage, management, and visualization of every audiometry measurement.

MAICO Sessions PC Software

Data is displayed consistently with the device, ensuring a uniform visual appearance. Sessions automatically synchronizes measurements, providing a seamless transfer of test data. This enables the transfer of test data from the device to a PC for viewing, archiving, managing, and printing reports. All results from audiometry, tympanometry, and OAE assessments are stored together. Sessions can function as a standalone solution with its integrated database, seamlessly integrate into EMR systems via dedicated interface options, or connect with OtoAccess® or NOAH patient databases. Additionally, it enables patient list transfers to the MA 42 database when used with the integrated, OtoAccess®, or NOAH databases.

This software provides the means to create detailed reports that can be easily filed or printed. Users can create a paperless office by saving test results as PDFs for electronic filing or email.

Diagram Description: A diagram illustrates the integration of the MA 42 Internal Database with MAICO Sessions PC Software, and its connectivity with OtoAccess® and Noah 4 databases.

MA 42 – Test Battery

The MA 42 includes standard audiometry operation with additional special tests functions and tools. This customization allows the audiometer to meet specific needs. Optional special tests can be added at the time of order or later. Customize the MA 42 for your needs!

* Includes region-specific speech test where applicable.

MA 42 – Components, Accessories & Software

Image Description: A grid displays various MA 42 components and accessories, including the MA 42 device itself, different types of AC and BC headphones (DD45, DD65 v2, DD450, B71, B81), AC insert earphones (IP30), a patient response switch, speakers (SP85A, SP90A), a talk-back microphone, a monitor phone and microphone headset, an HM-E300 printer kit, a carrying case, and MAICO Sessions PC software.

Components and accessories vary by region and configuration.

Only Sanibel disposables are designed to ensure reliable test results with MAICO products.

Find out more about other MAICO solutions

• easyTone: Fast and Easy Tablet Audiometry
• touchTymp: Intuitive Touch Screen Tympanometry with Advanced Testing

Image Description: Logos and brief descriptions for MAICO's easyTone and touchTymp products are shown.

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