IOLMaster — General Operation.

IOLMaster Operating System

For safety reasons, the IOLMaster operating system is not accessible the user and works in the background.

IMPORTANT: All attempts to modify the IOLMaster operating system are strictly prohibited. In particular, deactivation of the Windows firewall is not permitted.

Windows operating conventions apply to the user interface of the IOLMaster software. This relates to utilizing a mouse/touch-pad, the use of icons, dialog boxes and menus, confirmation by double-click, etc.

Note: The IOLMaster software does not support all Windows key shortcuts. The special Windows keys that exist on some keyboards are ineffective.

The IOLMaster software uses only a few forced processes. The user may switch freely between the individual modes. For a logical workflow, the user is advised to observe the sequence of measurements described in the IOL Master Instruction Manual V.5.

In rare cases, Windows error messages may appear on the LC display. This might be the case, for instance, if the program run is affected (mostly by external disturbances).

Multiple safety mechanisms in the instrument’s hardware and software ensure that there is no risk of injury.

IMPORTANT: If warning messages appear frequently, the IOLMaster should be taken out of service. For repair service, call: Carl Zeiss Meditec Service 877-486-7473. The IOLMaster does not support the submission of generated error reports sent to Microsoft.

Switching on the IOLMaster

• Turn the IOLMaster on at the power switch. The IOLMaster will start automatically and perform a self-test, after which the Patient Manager screen will appear.
• After switching on the IOLMaster will prompt a daily calibration check prior to patient measurements.
• After confirming with OK, check the measurement functions.

The IOLMaster may be operated by:

• Icons (by cursor and/or touch-pad)
• Keyboard or
• Menus

Touch-pad and Keyboard

• Move the cursor by touching the touch-pad with your finger and moving it as desired.
• Single and double clicks are possible by tapping a finger on the touch-pad or pressing the left button.
• To drag the cursor, hold the left mouse button depressed while moving the finger across the touch-pad.

• The right button is only functional for:

  • Resetting the zoom function:
    See: Zooming the Graph Display
  • Continuous positioning of the measuring cursor while dragging:
    See: Fine-Shifting the Measuring Cursor

In addition to program control via touch-pad, you may also activate certain menus by pressing individual keys or key combinations. See:

Menu Overview

Shortcut Keys

Screen Layout

1. Menu bar
2. Display field for measurements of right eye
3. Display field for video images
4. Display field for measurements of left eye
5. Eye
6. Mode (additionally in ALM mode: number of measurements)
7. Last name
8. First name
9. Icons
10. System messages/progress bar

WARNING: To avoid damaging the IOLMaster, if connecting external devices, e.g. PC, monitor or an external network, the operator must ensure that the safety requirements of IEC 60601-1-1 (medical electrical systems) are observed.