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About iPax

What is iPax?

IPax is the virtual auscultation simulator. You can study auscultation using a PC, and it can be used for
both online and face-to-face classes.

How to use

You can use the service by entering the license key issued by us at the time of application.You can listen to the heart sounds and lung sounds of various cases.If you use the dedicated speaker Kikuzo, you can perform auscultation training with your own stethoscope. It also has the ability to auscultate while
taking a pulse. For blood pressure measurement, not only auscultation but also palpation is possible.

What can we learn with this system?

You can learn auscultation of heart sounds, lung sounds, intestinal sounds, bruits, etc., and blood
pressure measurement.With a dedicated speaker Kikuzo, you can auscultate with your own
stethoscope, auscultate while taking a pulse, and touch the thrill in cases of heart murmur.
As for cases, we cover all the cases necessary for medical education. In addition, if you have an
electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, or other case scenario, we will customize the auscultation sound according to the information.Please contact us if you wish.

It says "1 license is required for 1 PC". Is it okay for everyone to use 1 unit?

This system can only be used on a PC that has been registered as a user. Therefore, if you want to
register as a user on your own PC, you need to sign a license for each other. If you prepare a dedicated PC and register as a user on that PC, you can share and use that. However, please do not use it on the
shared computer installed on campus.In the case of a shared computer on campus, it is often set so
that the browser cannot be cached, in which case this system will not be available.

About the "test", how can we do that?

Exam questions can be displayed in this system. Exam questions are only available once, and you can
have any number of choices and answer time limits for each question.
The test results are recorded on the server and only the administrator can view the results. The
management screen is provided by a separate contract.

About the actual usage of iPax (screen, volume, etc.)

Please tell me the meaning of the icon on the right side of the chest illustration.

From the top, the heart icon, pulse icon, and lung icon.Each time you press it, it switches ON / OFF.

What are the alphabets "A", "P", "T" and "M" on the precordial screen?

"A", "P", "T", and "M" are buttons for the aortic valve site (2RSB), pulmonary valve site (2LSB),
tricuspid
valve site (4LSB), and mitral valve site (Apex), respectively.When you press the button, the chestpiece
moves to that part and you can hear the sound of that part.

Can we auscultate only the precordium?

You can also auscultate the back.Press the arrow next to the left shoulder to switch between the
precordium and back.

What should I do if I can’t hear the sound?

Press the circular arrow (refresh) button at the bottom left of the screen. The sound source file is reset
and you can listen to the sound again.

I think the sound is small.

Check the volume of your computer and the volume of Kikuzo.When the volume of the computer is 50
to 60%, the volume of Kikuzo is set to the minimum so that it can be heard at the same volume as the
living body.If the surrounding environment is noisy or you feel the volume is low, increase the volume of Kikuzo. If the volume does not increase even if you turn up the volume of Kikuzo, replace the battery
Kikuzo with a new one.
If you want to output a pulse from Kikuzo, set the volume of Kikuzo to maximum.

Where can I find palpation content for blood pressure measurements?

Select "Palpation" from the "Category, Drop-down Menu" on the "Library" page. The content of the
blood pressure exercise is displayed, where palpation and auscultation cases are available.
When using this content, please connect two Kikuzo to using the L / R branch cable. Please maximize
the volume of Kikuzo on the palpation method side and minimize the volume of Kikuzo on the
auscultation method side.

I want to palpate with Kikuzo, but I can’t touch the pulse or thrill.

For pulse or thrill, turn Kikuzo’s volume dial to maximum. A good computer volume is 50-60%, but if you still can’t touch it, replace the Kikuzo battery with a new one.

I don’t know how to palpate the pulse.

When two Kikuzo units are connected, a pulse is output from the black terminal side. When the volume
is maximized, the silicon part on the top of Kikuzo vibrates like a pulse. Palpate with your finger lightly
(please note that pressing hard will make it difficult to touch).
Regarding the connection method, connect the "L / R branch cable" to the personal computer, and
connect Kikuzo to each of the L side and R side. You can touch the pulse and thrill by maximizing the
Kikuzo volume on the pulse side (black terminal side). Make sure that the terminals are firmly connected
and that the batteries are not old before using.

It takes time to load the case with iPax. Why?

Many sound sources are placed in iPax. The PC reads and plays those sounds.If the communication is
delayed or the computer is busy, the reading time will be longer.We recommend a computer memory of 16MB or more to improve the iPax usage environment. If you have a low-spec computer, it will take
some time to load. If it is difficult to change the computer, please contact us as we will change to a case with less load on the computer (auscultation time is short and there is no pulse function).

Can iPax be used on smartphones and tablets?

Student content (iPax cases without pulse function in a short time) can be used on smartphones and
tablets. It can be used on both Android and iOS.

Power / Battery / LED

Power does not turn on

Check that the battery is inserted correctly and that the battery has not run out.
When the power is turned on, the power indicator LED lights. If the power indicator LED does not light, the battery may not be set correctly or the battery may have run out. Insert a new battery in the correct orientation and check if it works.

If the power does not turn on even after performing the above operations, there is a possibility of product failure. Please contact your dealer in this case.

If it is within one year of purchase, we will check if it is eligible for free repair.

How long is the usage time when a new battery is inserted?

The battery life for continuous use is about 50 hours for manganese batteries and about 100 hours for alkaline batteries.
Turn off the power when not in use. If you are not going to use the device for a long period of time, we recommend that you remove the batteries.

The LED does not light up when the switch is turned on.

Check that the batteries are set and working. Also, check if the battery has been inserted correctly.

If all of the above is confirmed and the LED still doesn’t light up, contact your dealer. If the product is
covered by the free repair policy within the warranty period, it will be repaired free of charge by the
dealer where you purchased it.

(Reference)

Usually, when a new battery is set, the battery life for continuous use is 50 hours for a manganese
battery and about 100 hours for an alkaline battery.

Handling, transportation and maintenance

What is the best way to carry the product when I want to take it with me?

Carry the product so that pressure is not applied to the acoustic silicon part.
Because the silicon part is delicate, it can be damaged if pressure is applied.

The acoustic silicon is dirty. What should I do to clean it?

Use mild detergent and wipe with a tightly wrung cloth.
Do not use alcohol substances when cleaning the silicone part. Do not use alcohol swabs either.
Be careful not to press hard or use sharp objects when cleaning the silicone part.

About accessories

Where can I buy a strap?

It can be purchased at stores selling general goods.
Dedicated straps are not available.

Is there a dedicated case?

There is no dedicated case available.

Where can I buy audio cables?

It can be purchased at consumer electronics stores and audio specialty stores. Please choose a Φ35mm audio cable when purchasing.

About breakdown / repair

What is the warranty period?

One year from the date of purchase.

The product was submerged in water and the sound can’t be heard. Could it be repaired?

If the sound does not come out due to submersion in water, it cannot be repaired.

It is using electronic components, and submersion in water may have caused problems in the circuits.

Please refrain from using the product while it is wet, as it may lead to a serious accident such as electric shock, catching fire, etc. Do not disassemble and repair by yourself.

Problems caused by submersion are not covered by the warranty, even if it is within the warranty
period.

I was submerged it and no longer sounded. Can you repair it?

If the sound does not sound due to submersion, it cannot be repaired.
It is using electronic components, and it is considered that the circuit is abnormal due to submersion.
In addition, please refrain from using it as it may lead to serious accidents (electric shock, fire, etc.) if it is used in a wet state. Do not disassemble and repair by yourself.

Abnormalities caused by submersion are not covered by the warranty, even during the warranty period.

I want to replace the parts myself. Can I buy individual parts?

We do not sell parts only. If you purchase and replace the parts by yourself, the warranty will not be
honored even if a problem occurs.

If the product broke down when using the product as specified in the instruction manual, a free repair
will be provided at the place of purchase if it is within the warranty period.

I dropped the product and broke it. Could it be repaired?

The product will be repaired for a fee. If the product is damaged due to negligent handling, it will be
repaired for a fee even within the warranty period. Please contact the dealer where you purchased the product for repair.

I pressed the silicone part and it sank in. Can it be repaired?

The product will be repaired for a fee. If the product is damaged due to negligent handling, it will be
repaired for a fee even if it is within the warranty period.

Please contact the dealer from which you purchased the product for repair.

When I pushed the silicon part, it collapsed. Can you repair it?

Available with paid repair. Even within the warranty period, damages due to negligence of the customer will be paid for.
Repairs are available from the dealer from which you purchased the product.

The audio cable is damaged. Can it be repaired?

Accessories such as audio cables cannot be repaired. Please purchase and use an audio cable from
your local electronics retailer. Accessories are not covered by the warranty, even during the warranty period within one year of purchase.

I'd like to request a repair, but I lost my warranty card. I just purchased the product, can it be repaired?

Without the warranty card, we are not able to provide free repairs. The warranty card cannot be
reissued.

I opened the product package for the first time after purchase, and the product was damaged.

Please contact your dealer. We will replace the product with a new one free of charge.
Please be sure to present your warranty card at that time.

The battery cover is damaged. Can it be repaired?

The battery cover cannot be repaired. The entire body needs to be replaced.
In this case, repairs will be charged even if it is within the warranty period. If you wish to have it , please contact your dealer.

The soundproof rubber feet are torn off. Can it be repaired?

Consumables cannot be replaced or repaired.

Where should I contact for repair?

Please contact your dealer.

Patent / Trademark / Design Right

Do you have a patent?

As of January 2017, we have filed a request for patent review.
The patent application information is as follows

International Patent Classification H04R 01/02

Patent Applicant : Telemedica, Inc.

Others

What does “3S” stand for?

It refers to "stetho sound speaker", in which “stetho” is taken from the word "stethoscope" and the name is intended to mean a dedicated speaker for listening to sounds using a stethoscope.

What does the logo represent?

The "3" in the logo represents the ear, the "S" represents Sound, and the waveform between the 3 and S represents the auscultation sound generated by the speaker.

Can I use an electronic stethoscope?

Yes, you can use an electronic stethoscope. Check the volume and stethoscope mode before use.

* Electronic stethoscopes can be used, but the volume will be adjusted among three devices, which will make it more complicated to control.
Therefore, we recommend that you use an analog stethoscope when using this product.

Is it possible to connect and use multiple units of this product using a speaker splitter?

Yes, multiple units can be used with a splitter. If you use a splitter with an amplifier, please pay attention to the volume of the splitter.

The volume can be adjusted on the product, so it can be used without an amplifier.

In which country do you manufacture the product?

The product is manufactured at a factory in China under the direct management of an audio equipment manufacturer.

Who manufactures your product?

We outsource the manufacturing to Pioneer Corporation, a major domestic audio equipment
manufacturer.

How do you check the audio and circuitry at the time of manufacture?

We conduct a standard conformity inspection by Pioneer and only those that have passed the
inspection are shipped from the factory.

How do you check the sound and circuit at the time of manufacture?

We conduct conformance inspections of Pioneer and ship those that have passed the factory.

Can it be used overseas?

Yes, it can be used overseas. To use it, insert AA batteries and connect it to a device with Internet access.

Can it be used on a smartphone or tablet?

Smartphones and tablets equipped with pin code jacks can be used.

Please make sure that it can be connected to the Internet. Is it possible to record sound with this
product?

This product (kikuzo) cannot record sound.

It is not equipped with a recording device.

Can I listen to sound by connecting this product with an electronic stethoscope or mp3 player via
wireless (Wi-Fi or Bluetooth)?

This product does not have wireless functions such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Therefore, it is not possible to
listen to sound wirelessly.

If you connect a commercially available Bluetooth receiver to this product, wireless communication is
possible, but the sound may deteriorate.

Can this product record sound?

This product (kikuzo) cannot record sound.
Does not have a recording device.

Is it possible to connect an electronic stethoscope or mp3 player with this product wirelessly (Wi-Fi or Bluetooth) and listen to the sound?

This product does not have wireless functions such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Therefore, you cannot listen
to the sound wirelessly.
When a commercially available Bluetooth receiver is connected to this product, wireless communication is possible, but sound degradation may be observed.

Is it OK to hang it around my neck?

There is no problem hanging it around your neck. The sound quality will not be affected even if it is used upside down.

Please note that excessive shock or rough handling such as swinging it around may cause malfunction.

If vibrations are transmitted to your body and you feel uncomfortable, it is recommended that you use
thick clothing to create a certain gap in the area where the product touches your body.

What color are the speakers? Are there any other colors?

There is only one color, premium pearl white.

Why is the color of acoustic silicon white?

The color is white so that the dirt is conspicuousto make it easy to keep clean because the stethoscope
is placed on it.

Where can I buy a stethoscope?

It can be purchased at medical equipment stores or online.

Electronic stethoscopes are not recommended for use of this product (because it is more complicated
to adjust the volume and set up the electronic stethoscope). It is recommended to use a regular analog stethoscope.

Is this product a medical device?

No, it is not a medical device. This product is a speaker (sound device) for auscultation learning and is
not a medical device.

I would like to listen to the sound using Kikuzo. Do you have a demonstration device?

Demonstrations are possible if we have a distributor in your country. If you do not know the distributor
details, please contact us through the contact form. If you have already contacted a distributor, please provide us with the distributors information. We may contact the distributor.

Can I use iPax on a shared PC?

No, you cannot use the service on a shared PC.

In the case of shared computers, the cache is often set to be deleted when the computer is shut down.

In this case, the registered user information is not retained and the user cannot log in the next time the
PC is started.

Therefore, shared PCs are not eligible for this service.

About log management page

Where can I access the screen of the log management page?

We will issue a URL and ID to each contractor individually.

Is it possible to download the grade data on the log management page?

Yes it is.You can download all records by logging in to the administration page.