EMKA TECHNOLOGIES TLEE03US User Manual
emkaPACK non-invasive
telemetry transmitter
user manual
version 1.4 rev. 1 - august 2008
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emkaPACK non-invasive telemetry transmitter user manual version 1.4 rev.1
product information and technical support
www.emka.fr / www.emkatech.com
emka TECHNOLOGIES corporate headquarters
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59, bd. Général Martial Valin 75015 Paris - France
phone: + 33 (0)1 40 60 76 00 fax: +33 (0)1 40 60 65 55
sales and support office for North America
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phone: +1 (703) 237-9001 fax: +1 (703) 237-9006
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geographical region of use
emkaPACK transmitters are specific to the geographical region of use. The part
number (P/N) on the back of the device (see figure) indicates the geographical
region of use of your device (see table below).
the telemetry system
geographical
region of use
Europe only TLE-E03
US and Canada
only
part number (p/n) compliance notice
TLE-E03-US
FCC ID : V9VTLEE03US
IC : 7689A-TLEE03US
for use in US only
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different to that of the receiver
• consult emka TECHNOLOGIES
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You do not need to apply for a license to operate the emkaPACK non-invasive
telemetry transmitter. Do not attempt to open the emkaPACK.
Any changes or modifications in the emka
emka TECHNOLOGIES could void your authority to operate this equipment.
emka TECHNOLOGIES SA, 59, boulevard Général Martial Valin, 75015, Paris,
France, declares that device TLE-E03-US complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) the device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) the device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
for use in Canada only
emka TECHNOLOGIES SA, 59, boulevard Général Martial Valin, 75015, Paris,
France, déclare que l’appareil TLE-E03-US respecte la règlementation CNR-210 de
l’Industrie du Canada. L'utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux
deux conditions suivantes : (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2)
l'utilisateur du dispositif doit être prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique
reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du
dispositif.
Attention: Tous changements ou modifications sur l’emka
expressément approuvé par emka TECHNOLOGIES pourrait annuler votre autorité
à utiliser cet appareil.
emka TECHNOLOGIES SA, 59, boulevard Général Martial Valin, 75015, Paris,
France, declares that the device TLE-E03-US complies with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) the device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) the device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Caution: Any changes or modifications in the emka
approved by emka TECHNOLOGIES could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
PACK that are not expressly approved by
PACK qui ne sont pas
PACK that are not expressly
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important notices
disclaimer
The hardware is exclusively designed for scientific research on the physiology of
laboratory animals. When this equipment is used, research animals should remain
confined to their usual laboratory cages.
All the hardware and software materials described in this user manual are not
intended to be used, and should not be used in human experimentation or applied
to humans in any way.
verification
emka TECHNOLOGIES hardware and software are extensively tested and
calibrated before leaving our factory or warehouse. Researchers should
independently verify the basic accuracy of materials delivered.
warranty
the telemetry system
safety warning
copyright
All material delivered by emka TECHNOLOGIES has a warranty against defects in material
and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of shipment (as
evidenced by receipts or other documentation).
repair or replace equipment that proves to be defective during the warranty
period. This warranty covers parts and labor.
The warranty becomes invalid if the material is not used in accordance with this
user manual.
emka TECHNOLOGIES believes that the information provided in this document is
accurate. Our document has been reviewed for technical accuracy. In the event
that technical or typographical errors exist, emka TECHNOLOGIES reserves the
right to make changes to subsequent editions of this document without prior
notice to holders of this edition. The reader should contact
if errors are suspected.
If material is not used in accordance with this user manual, electrical protection
provided by the hardware material may be impaired.
This manual contains all information about which precautions to take to avoid
injury due to electrical shock. Please read this manual before using the
non-invasive telemetry transmitter.
emka TECHNOLOGIES will, at its option,
emka TECHNOLOGIES
emkaPACK
Under the copyright laws, this publication may not be reproduced or transmitted in
any form, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, storing in
an information retrieval system, or translating, in whole or in part, without the prior
written consent of
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table of contents
chapter 1 the telemetry system ........................................................................10
chapter 2 emkaPACK transmitter ...................................................................12
2.1 description ........................................................................................................................................12
2.2 acquired parameters........................................................................................................................14
chapter 3 setting up the emkaPACK transmitter.............................................16
3.1 what is supplied ................................................................................................................................16
3.2 setting up the emkaPACK transmitter.............................................................................................16
chapter 4 running sessions .............................................................................. 18
chapter 5 maintenance ................................................................................... 22
chapter 6 extending functionality..................................................................... 23
chapter 7 frequently asked questions ............................................................. 24
7.1 emkaPACK transmitter..................................................................................................................... 24
7.2 ecg .................................................................................................................................................. 24
7.3 activity ............................................................................................................................................. 25
chapter 8 troubleshooting ............................................................................... 26
chapter 9 recommendations ........................................................................... 28
chapter 10 technical specifications .................................................................. 29
chapter 11 good laboratory practice ................................................................ 30
11.1 validation ......................................................................................................................................... 30
11.2 maintenance................................................................................................................................... 30
chapter 12 technical support ............................................................................31
12.1 internet site......................................................................................................................................31
12.2 your emka TECHNOLOGIES contacts ...........................................................................................31
chapter 13 customer feedback........................................................................ 32
13.1 support form................................................................................................................................... 32
13.2 feedback on this user manual........................................................................................................ 33
13.3 general feedback form................................................................................................................... 34
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the telemetry system
table of figures
figure 1 a standard telemetry system installed by emka TECHNOLOGIES ............................. 10
figure 2 emkaPACK number .................................................................................................. 12
figure 3 emkaPACK transmitter serial number (S/N).............................................................. 12
figure 4 ecg connector and primary connectors.................................................................... 13
figure 5 secondary connectors (markings) ............................................................................ 13
figure 6 emkaPACK transmitter and led................................................................................. 14
figure 7 clips and banana connectors for ecg measurements ............................................... 16
figure 8 standard placement of electrodes ............................................................................ 19
figure 9 electrode placement in alternative ecg configuration ............................................... 19
figure 10 current flows in the alternative ecg configuration .................................................... 19
figure 11 placing bandaging around electrodes and wires......................................................20
figure 12 emkaPACK transmitter in place...............................................................................20
figure 13 example placement of electrodes for 1 lead ecg (lead II) ........................................ 21
table of tables
table 1 standards for color coding for ecg electrodes............................................................ 14
table 2 calibration values for ecg signal ................................................................................. 16
table 3 calibration values for activity signal ........................................................................... 17
table 4 technical specifications ..............................................................................................29
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about this manual
This document tells you how to use the emkaPACK for the acquisition of ecg and
activity data.
For customers new to telemetry, chapter 1 is a brief overview of the telemetry
system from emka TECHNOLOGIES.
PACK transmitter, while chapter 3 'setting up the
PACK transmitter. chapter 9 'recommendations'
conventions
chapter 2 describes your emka
emkaPACK transmitter' and chapter 4 'running sessions' provide practical
guidance on using the emka
contains important information concerning which the types of batteries to use with
your emka
If you have any questions or encounter any problems, the solution is likely to be
found in this manual, in particular chapter 7 'frequently asked questions' or chapter
8 'troubleshooting'.
PACK transmitter.
The different types of information given in the text are described below.
note: note.
Text in this format alerts you to a note, comment, or specific information.
technical note: technical note.
Text in this format alerts you to a note, comment, or specific information of a
technical nature.
important! important note.
Text in this font alerts you to important information.
caution! caution note.
Text in this font warns you of precautions to take to avoid danger, injury, the loss of
data, or a system crash.
equipment symbols
The different types of symbols on the device are described below.
Attention, consult accompanying documents.
Battery
related documentation
The following documents may also be of interest to you.
emkaPACK non-invasive telemetry system application note - for an overview of
telemetry
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the telemetry system
emkaPACK telemetry receiver user manual
iox2 user manual - iox2 is emka TECHNOLOGIES‘ software solution for acquiring,
analyzing and storing data
ecgAUTO user manual - ecgAUTO is emka TECHNOLOGIES’ ecg analysis software
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chapter 1 the telemetry system
The telemetry system from emka TECHNOLOGIES is intended for use in preclinical
research, primarily toxicology and safety pharmacology studies.
It is a non-invasive, or external, system that acquires biological data from large
subjects such as dogs and non-human primates then transmits these data
wirelessly to a data acquisition station.
The different components of the telemetry system are shown in figure 1. This is a
standard set-up consisting of one antenna per cage and a small number of
subjects (to aid understanding, only key components and connections are shown).
figure 1 a standard telemetry system installed by emka TECHNOLOGIES
The different components of a standard telemetry system are as follows:
emkaPACK transmitter
The emka
jacket pocket on the back of the subject. Each emka
PACK transmitter is a compact and durable unit that fits neatly into a
PACK transmitter collects,
conditions, converts (to digital), and transmits physiological signals on a specific
frequency channel.
antenna
receives the transmitted signals, and is connected to the receiver module, directly
or via an antenna network.
receiver mainframe
houses and powers the receiver modules
emka
PACK receiver module
Each is tuned to a specific frequency channel, and forms a pair with a specific
emka
PACK transmitter. The modules slot inside the receiver mainframe.
versatile antenna adapter (VAA) (not shown on figure)
One or more VAAs combine to form an antenna network. Their role is to combine
and/or split the radio signal going from one or more antennas to one or more
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the telemetry system
receiver modules. This allows greater flexibility when planning experiments (for
example, with a VAA, a particular emka
PACK can be used in different pens in
different recording sessions).
workstation
every setup contains at least one workstation equipped with a data acquisition card
and software for acquiring, analyzing and storing data. In figure above, iox2 is
used for acquisition, analysis and storage. For ecg data, advanced analysis can be
carried out with ecgAUTO software.
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