BC Biomedical DA-2000 User Manual

User Manual

DA-2000

Defibrillator Analyzer

Notices

© Copyright 2000

BC Group International Inc.

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St. Louis, MO 63125 USA

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Notices / Contents

Contents

Section 1 Introduction 1-1

Description 1-2
Front Panel 1-2
Back Panel 1-3
Specifications 1-4
Accessories 1-8

Section 2 Installation & Operation 2-1

Operation Warnings 2-1
Getting Acquainted 2-2
Measuring Defibrillator Energy 2-7
Defib Pulse Playback 2-8
Oscilloscope Viewing of Output 2-8
Measuring Synchronization 2-9
Generating Waveforms 2-11
Procedure 2-11
Testing High Level Out 2-12
Measuring Peak Voltage, Current & Overshoot 2-12
Charge Time (DA2000W, P) 2-13
Pacer (Non-Invasive) Testing 2-14
Pacer Refractory Period Testing 2-15
Autosequencing (DA2000P) 2-16

Programming an Automatic Test Sequence 2-17

Running an Automatic Test Sequence 2-19
Resetting the DA2000 for Factory Defaults 2-19

Section 3 Data Transfer & Utilities 3-1

Serial Port 3-1
BC Biomedical Serial Cable (optional accessory) 3-2
Printing 3-2
The Utilities Menu 3-5
Adjusting RS232 Parameters 3-5
Adjusting Display Contrast 3-6
Computer Control Commands 3-6
Communications Protocol 3-6
Initializing Computer Control 3-6

Section 4 Troubleshooting & Service 4-1

Warranty 4-1
Storage and Shipping 4-1
Troubleshooting 4-2
Returning the DA2000 for Service 4-2

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Introduction

Section 1

Regular testing of defibrillators and pacemakers is critical in order to ensure safe and effective operation. The BC
Biomedical DA2000 Defibrillator Analyzer accurately verifies the output characteristics of all defibrillators as well as
testing the parameters of non-invasive pacemakers. The DA2000 is battery operated and completely portable.
Simple-to-use menu soft keys allow quick access to tests.

The DA2000 measures the delivered energy in Joules (watt-seconds) from a defibrillator by simulating the human
body’s resistance. The analyzer then measures the flow of current through that resistance. The standard
resistance used by the DA2000 is 50 ohms. Defibrillator energy is measured in one of two ranges: 0-100 Joules, or
0-1000 Joules.

The defibrillator pulse waveform can be replayed via the ECG jacks or paddle plates for viewing on a recorder, or
on an oscilloscope for greater detail.

Synchronization time in milliseconds is measured by timing the firing delay from either the Q-wave (base) or R­wave (peak) simulated by the DA2000. The simulated waveform is present at both the ECG jacks and the paddle
plates. Peak voltage and peak current (amps) of the defibrillator pulse can be measured. Overshoot voltage and
current measurements of the defibrillator pulse are calculated and displayed.

The DA2000 also measures the defibrillator’s charge time (the time it takes for a defibrillator to reach its maximum
charge setting).

Waveforms, including ECG, arrhythmias, and performance, help verify monitor and recorder accuracy, and also test
the automatic defibrillator’s ability to recognize and fire.

All waveforms are present at the ECG jacks, the paddle plates and scope output. Utilities allow the setting of Serial
RS-232 communication parameters to download results to printer, or computer. Display contrast can be adjusted to
obtain the best view of the LCD display.

Upgrading the DA2000

A number of pre-configured DA2000 models are available. In addition, older models may be upgraded by contacting
BC Biomedical. The following DA2000 models are available:

• DA2000: Base unit. Features output energy, synchronization time, peak measurements, bi-directional
RS-232.

• DA2000W: “Waveform” version. Features output energy, sync time, peak measurements, overshoot, bi-
directional RS-232, waveforms, charge time measurements, 28 programmable autosequences.

• DA2000P: “Pacer” version. Output energy, sync time, peak measurements, overshoot, bi-directional RS-
232, waveforms, charge time measurements, 28 programmable autosequences, pacer output
measurements and pacer refractory period measurements.

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Description

Figure 1.1. DA2000 Isometric View

Front Panel

The front panel of the DA2000 (Figure 1.2) includes the following operating features:

1. Universal ECG jacks that utilize AHA and International color coding, allowing for waveform output to

monitor/recorder.

2. A “High Level ECG” Banana jack provides 1 Volt peak output of the selected waveform.

3. The “Common” Banana jack provides ground for the “High Level ECG” and “Defib Scope Out” jacks.

Figure 1.2. DA2000 Front Panel Layout

4. The “Defib Scope Out” Banana jack provides pulse output to an oscilloscope.

5. A range switch allows for defibrillator settings from 0 to 1000 Joules (high), for power below 0-100 Joules

(low) for increased accuracy, and a PACER range setting for pacer output measurements.

6. The Power switch enables the DA2000 (I = ON, O = OFF).

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7. LCD display: 24 characters x 2 lines. The upper line of the LCD display provides messages and test

results, while the bottom line displays menu choices.

8. Five “soft keys” can be used to select the desired function highlighted on the lower line of the display.

9. Two nickel-plated Defibrillator Paddle Plates are available for defibrillator paddle contact. All waveforms

are present at the paddle plates simultaneously with the ECG jacks.

Back Panel

The Back Panel includes a battery holder that houses a 9-Volt alkaline battery, and a DC battery eliminator jack.
An RS-232 D-9 pin Serial Port allows communications to a computer, serial printer or other test equipment.

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Specifications

OUTPUT POWER MEASUREMENT

Load Resistance: 50 ohms +/- 1% non-inductive

160 watts

Range: 1000 J: 0-1000.0 Joules
100 J: 0-100.0 Joules

Resolution: 0.1 Joule

Max. Voltage: 1000 J: 5500 Volts

100 J: 1750 Volts

Max. Current: 1000 J: 110 Amps
100 J: 35 Amps

Measurement
Trip Levels: 1000 J: 66 +/- 5 Volts

100 J: 20 +/- 5 Volts

Pulse Width: 1-50 ms

Accuracy:

1000 J Range: +/- 2% of reading
100-1000 J: +/- 2 Joules
100 J Range: +/- 2% of reading
+/- 0.1 Joule

SYNCHRONIZATION MEASUREMENTS

Range: 0-199.9 ms

Measurement: From peak of R-wave

From base of R-wave

Accuracy: 1% of fullscale or +/- 2 ms

QRS complex:
Rates: 30, 60, 120, 180, 240 BPM

Rate Accuracy: +/- 1% of setting

Amplitude: Fixed at 1 mV Lead II

Amplitude
Accuracy: +/- 2% (RA-LL)

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ECG WAVEFORMS

(RA-LL)
Fixed at 1.1 mV
(Apex- Sternum)

+/- 10% (Apex-Sternum)

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PERFORMANCE WAVEFORMS

Pulse: 30, 60 BPM

pulse width -60 ms

Triangle Wave: 2 Hz

Square Wave: 0.125 Hz, 2 Hz, 50% duty cycle

Sine Waves: 10, 40, 50, 60, 100 Hz

Time Base
Accuracy: +/- 1% of setting

Amplitude: Fixed at 1 mV Lead II (RA-LL)

(Triangle wave 2 mV Lead II (RA-LL)
Fixed at 1.1 mV (Apex-Sternum)

Amplitude
Accuracy: +/- 2% (RA-LL)

+/- 10% (apex-sternum)

DEFIB WAVEFORM PLAYBACK

Time Base
Expansion: 100:1 @25 mm/sec paper

speed; each division equals 40 ms

Amplitude Scaling
Lead II (RA-LL):
1000 J Range: 1 mV = 3000 Volts
100 J Range: 1 mV = 900 Volts

ECG Output
1000 J Range: 0.5 V = 3000 Volts
100 J Range: 0.5 V = 900 Volts

ARRHYTHMIAS

Afib, Vfib, Atach, Vtach, Aflutter, RUN, PVC, R on T, Idioventricular

Rate Accuracy: +/- 1%

Amplitude: Fixed at 1 mV Lead II (RA-LL)

Fixed at 1.1 mV (Apex-Sternum)

Amplitude
Accuracy: +/- 2 (RA-LL)

+/- 10% (Apex-Sternum)

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SCOPE OUTPUTS

ECG Hi-Level: Fixed at 1 Volt

Accuracy: +/- 2%

Defib Output: Real Time

Pacer Range: 1V = 3.11 V

1000 J Range: 1V = 1450 V
100 J Range: 1V = 440 V

Amplitude Accuracy: +/-2% of scale

EXTERNAL NON-INVASIVE PACER MEASUREMENTS

Load: 50 ohms +/- 1%

(Apex-Sternum)

R-wave Amplitude: 1.1mV +/- 10% (Apex-Sternum)
1 mV +/- 2% Lead II (RA-LL)

Pulse Width: 1-50 ms

Peak Voltage: 0-12.5 Volts

Peak Current: 4-250 mA < 4 mA = 0.0 mA

Rate: 25-400 ppm < 25 ppm = 0 ppm

Refractory Period:

Sensed: 110-500 ms < 110 ms = 110 ms
Pulsed: 70-500 ms < 70 ms = 70 ms

Accuracy: +/- 2% of fullscale for pulsewidth, peak

voltage & current
+/- 1% of fullscale for rate and
refractory period measurements

CALIBRATION SCREEN

Load: 50 ohms +/- 1% (Apex-Sternum)

Amplitude scaling: Apex (+) to Sternum (-)

Pacer Range: 318 counts/Volt
1000 J Range: 0.683 counts/Volt
100 J Range: 2.252 counts/Volt

Accuracy: +/- 15 counts

Measurement Range: Apex (+) to Sternum (-)

Pacer Range: (0-12.86) = (0-4095)
1000 J Range: (0-5995) = (0-4095)
100 J Range: (0-1814) - (0-4095)

Zero Voltage Input: 0 +/- 2 counts

PEAK / OVERSHOOT

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Voltage Accuracy: 1000 J Range: +/- 10 Volts
100 J Range: +/- 25 Volts

Current Accuracy: +/- 1 Amp

RS-232 OUTPUT / COMPUTER CONTROL

Computer control allows the user to operate the
DA2000 remotely via a serial RS-232 interface.

Requires a BC Biomedical RS-232 cable and a
Bi-directional, D-9 connector.

Selectable Communications parameters:
Baud Rate: 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 9600
Parity: None, Even, Odd
Stop Bits: 1 or 2
Data Bits: 7 or 8

Display: 2-line x 24-character LCD supertwist alphanumeric

Power: One 9-Volt Alkaline (DuracellMN1604 or equivalent);

12 hours continuous operation;
low battery indication;
120/240 Volts battery eliminator input.

Weight: 4.54 lbs

Dimensions: 26.67 x 24.13 x 10.16 cm

ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING SPECS

Storage
Temperature: -25 to 50°C

Operating
Temperature: 0 to 40°C

Maximum
Humidity: 90% Relative Humidity

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Accessories

Introduction

DESCRIPTION SUPPLIED

• Carrying Case (optional)

• User’s Guide 1

• RS-232/Printer Cable

Serial/Parallel (optional)

• Printer (DPM 411-21) (optional)

• Printer paper for

DPM 411-21 (optional)

• Converter Data Serial-
Parallel 110V (optional)

• Power Supply for DPU-
411-21 Printer (220 V) (optional)

• Internal Paddle
Adapters 2

• Automatic Paddle
Adapters (optional)
Hewlett Packard
Marquette
Laerdhal
Physio Control (Automatic Defibrillation)
Physio Control (Pacer)
Zoll Cable Asby

• 9 VDC 300 mA Adapter (optional)

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Use the following checklist when unpacking the DA2000 to check the instrument for shipping damage.

Perform a visual inspection to ensure the front panel or case has not been damaged during shipping.

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Check the LCD display to ensure that it is intact. If the DA2000 has been damaged, call your BC

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Biomedical representative immediately.

Place the DA2000 on a level surface and power up the instrument by turning the power switch to I (ON).

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Check the display. If the message, Warning - Low Battery!! appears, the instrument's battery requires
replacement.

Operation Warnings

Section 2

The operator must be familiar with, and follow the safety precautions listed detailed below, before using the DA2000
with a defibrillator:

• Inspect the defibrillator daily. Examine the paddles, lead wires, and power cord for cracks and frays.

• If the defibrillator is line powered, be sure that it is plugged into a grounded receptacle. Do not touch the

electrical contact surfaces of the defibrillator paddles.

• Grip one paddle handle firmly in each hand. Apply to the DA2000 plates. Keep the paddles firmly

depressed to prevent arcing that can cause injury to the operator and/or damage the DA2000 or
defibrillator.

• Do not touch the contact plates on the DA2000 when the defibrillator paddles are being pressed onto the

plates. Do not use any electrical paste or pads when testing a defibrillator with the DA2000.

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