Medtronic CARELINK 2090 Reference Manual
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MEDTRONIC CARELINK™ 2090
Programmer for Medtronic and Vitatron Devices
Programmer Reference Guide
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Contents
1 Introduction to the Programmer 7
Explanation of packaging and product symbols 8
About this guide 10
Description and intended use 10
Warnings 11
Precautions 12
Declaration of Conformity 15
Regulatory compliance 15
Security features for the Windows XP operating system 16
Software requirements 17
Programmer functions 18
System components 20
Display screen features 27
2 Set up the Programmer 31
Basic setup 32
Connect peripheral devices 37
3 Conduct a patient session 39
Prepare for a patient session 40
Initiate a patient session 51
End a patient session 55
Store components 56
4 Manage reports and data 57
Reports 58
Session data 58
Save to a PDF file 58
Save to diskette 59
Save to USB 59
View reports that are saved to media 61
Vitatron Manual-Guided Reset 62
5 Use printers 63
Use external printers 64
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Install printer paper 67
Printer buttons 68
Tear off a printout 69
Low paper supply 69
6 Select options 71
About the between sessions tool palette 72
Adjust Programmer time and date 73
Select audible tones 74
Set the interval for report deletion 75
Manage patient data privacy 76
Change the language setting 79
Improve the detection of pacing artifacts 79
Check the software version 80
Start the demonstrations option 81
View and update Programmer location and
hardware information 81
Select other software 83
Remove other software applications 83
Obtain technical manuals 84
7 Service the Programmer 85
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Clean the system components 86
Sterilize the programming head, ECG cable, and lead wires 86
Replace a PC card 87
Programmer specifications 88
Special notice 91
Medtronic limited warranty 92
Index 93
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A guide for setting up and using Medtronic CareLink 2090 Programmer.
The following are trademarks or registered trademarks of Medtronic in the United
States and possibly in other countries:
CareLink, Jewel, Marker Channel, Medtronic, Medtronic CareLink, Paceart, Reveal and
Vitatron
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Introduction to the Programmer1
Explanation of packaging and product symbols 8
About this guide 10
Description and intended use 10
Warnings 11
Precautions 12
Declaration of Conformity 15
Regulatory compliance 15
Security features for the Windows XP operating system 16
Software requirements 17
Programmer functions 18
System components 20
Display screen features 27
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Explanation of packaging and product symbols
Explanation of packaging and product symbols
Refer to the package label and product to see which symbols
apply to this product.
Conformité Européenne (European Conformity). This
symbol means that the device fully complies with
European Directive AIMD 90/385/EEC (NB 0123).
(Applies to Medtronic hardware and software only.)
Conformité Européenne (European Conformity). This
symbol means that the device fully complies with
European Directive AIMD 90/385/EEC (NB 0344).
(Applies to Vitatron desktop software only.)
Conformité Européenne (European Conformity). This
symbol means that the device fully complies with the
essential requirements of R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC
(NB 1856). (Applies to R&TTE only.)
Caution
Consult instructions for use
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The product complies with both Canadian and U.S.
requirements for meeting UL safety standards.
Type BF applied part
Type CF applied part
Serial number
Temperature limitation
For U.S. audiences only.
Off
On
Wireless communication enabled
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EC REP
Explanation of packaging and product symbols
Do not dispose of this product in the unsorted municipal
waste stream. Dispose of this product according to local
regulations. See http://recycling.medtronic.com for
instructions on proper disposal of this product.
RF transmitter
Caution: Strong magnet
This symbol means that the device fully complies with the
Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA)
and the New Zealand Ministry of Economic Development
Radio Spectrum Management standards for radio
communications products.
Battery
Diskette
Network connection port
USB port
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Printer port
Microphone port
Headphones port
Authorized representative in the European community
Alternating current
Date of manufacture
Manufacturer
Reorder number
Lot number
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Chapter 1
About this guide
About this guide
This guide describes the features and functions of the Medtronic
CareLink 2090 Programmer (referred to as the “Programmer”).
Description and intended use
Humidity limitation
Package contents
Programmer, software installed
Product documentation
Accessories
The Medtronic CareLink 2090 Programmer is a portable,
line-powered (AC) microprocessor based system with software to
interrogate and program Medtronic and Vitatron implantable
devices. Other features include:
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Automated software updates using a dial-up or local area
network (LAN) connection, depending on the hardware
configuration. This allows the Programmer to program new
devices and to provide new features as they become available.
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A large, bright screen that is adjustable for viewing when
sitting or standing.
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Keyboard to make entering information easier.
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Fast printing speed of 50 mm per second on recorder paper.
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ECG recording and diagnostic data reporting. Refer to the
technical manuals supplied with the software and hardware
accessories for specific details.
Warnings
Introduction to the Programmer
Warnings
These warnings apply in general to using the Programmer for
programming implantable device parameter settings. Refer to the
reference guides for the implantable device and the Programmer
software for more information related to specific implantable
device models.
Modification of equipment – Do not modify this equipment.
Modifications may reduce system effectiveness and impact patient
health.
Telecom voltage limitation – When using a modem or combo
card, make sure that the telecom voltage does not exceed 125 V.
Excessive voltage may damage the programmer.
Importance of reference documentation – Implantable device
programming should be done only after careful study of the
reference guide for the implantable device and after careful
determination of appropriate parameter values based on the
patient’s condition and pacing system used. The implantable
device reference guide contains a complete description of
implantable device operation and important information, such as
indications for use, contraindications, warnings, and precautions.
The instructions contained in this reference guide and the
reference guide supplied with the Programmer software are
limited to the mechanics of setting up the Programmer and
selecting the correct options for the desired programming function.
Improper use of the Programmer could result in erroneous or
inadvertent programming and improper operation of telemetry and
measurement functions.
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Measurement function – The Programmer is also intended to
detect and measure pulse rate, AV interval and pulse width, and
implantable device artifacts. The device takes these digital
measurements with the assistance of optional skin electrodes.
Medtronic and Vitatron make no claims or warranties as to the
effectiveness of the Programmer as a diagnostic tool to the
physician.
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Precautions
Precautions
Equipment compatibility – The Programmer must be used only
for interrogating and programming compatible Medtronic or
Vitatron implantable devices. Direct stimulation through energy
coupling may occur if the Programmer is used on other implanted
devices. The Programmer is not compatible with programmable
devices of other manufacturers.
Internal electrodes – Do not connect the Programmer to wires or
electrodes internal to the body. The Programmer is designed to be
medically safe only when attached to surface electrodes.
Defective equipment – If technical and safety inspection reveals
a defect which could harm the patient, clinicians, or third parties,
the device should not be used until it has been properly repaired.
The operator must immediately notify Medtronic or Vitatron of
these defects.
VGA monitor use – To protect against interference or surge/leak
currents, the use of a secondary VGA monitor that meets an
applicable safety standard such as UL 60950 or IEC 60950 is
strongly recommended.
ECG cable integrity – Upon opening the package, if the ECG
cable appears damaged, do not use it. Contact your local
Medtronic or Vitatron representative.
Care in handling ECG cable wire – Do not pull on the insulated
cable wire to disconnect the cable. Tension on the insulated cable
wire may result in damage to the cable.
Electrocautery / external defibrillation – Do not position the
programming head over an implanted device during
electrocautery or external defibrillation procedures.
Do not immerse – Take care to prevent liquid from entering the
Programmer and programming head. Do not immerse the
Programmer or any accessories in any liquid or clean them with
aromatic or chlorinated hydrocarbons.
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Introduction to the Programmer
Precautions
Autoclaving – Do not autoclave the programming head or ECG
cable and lead wires.
Electromagnetic interference (EMI) – The programming head
has been tested for compliance with industrial EMI regulations.
Any use outside the patient environment may result in the
programming head malfunctioning.
Radio-frequency (RF) interference – Portable and mobile RF
communications equipment can interfere with the Programmer’s
operation. Although this transmitter has been approved by the
Federal Communications Commission, there is no guarantee that
it will not receive interference or that any particular transmission
from this transmitter will be free from interference.
Damaged equipment – If the case of the Programmer is cracked
or if any of the connectors are damaged, contact your Medtronic
or Vitatron representative. If there is insulation damage to the
power cord or accessory cables or if any of the wall or equipment
plugs are damaged, please replace the part and dispose of it
according to local regulations or return the part to Medtronic.
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Electrode quality – Use of high-quality silver/silver chloride
(Ag/AgCl) electrodes can minimize the occurrence of small DC
voltages that can block the ECG signal. Use electrodes that are
fresh and from the same box. Prepare the patient’s skin according
to the directions provided with the electrodes.
Flammable anaesthetic mixture – The Programmer is not
suited for use in the presence of a flammable anaesthetic mixture.
Avoid damage from programming head – Keep the
programming head away from any device or material that will be
damaged by the magnetic field, including computer diskettes.
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Precautions
Environmental precautions
To ensure safe and effective operation, use the device with care to
avoid damage to the Programmer from environmental factors that
may impair its function. Care is exercised in design and
manufacturing to minimize damage to devices under normal use.
However, electronic devices are susceptible to many
environmental stresses including, but not limited to, the following
examples.
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The unit should not be dropped or mishandled in such a
manner as to cause physical damage to the unit. This may
impair device function. Even if the unit works immediately after
being dropped, operational damage may have occurred that
may not be observed until some future time.
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Fluid should not be spilled on the unit. Even though care is
exercised in design and manufacture of the unit to minimize
leakage, fluid incursion may occur, which could impair
functioning of the unit.
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The Programmer may be affected by electrostatic discharge
(ESD). In an environment likely to cause ESD, such as a
carpeted floor, you should discharge any charge collected on
your body before touching the device.
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Electrically-operated medical devices, such as the
Programmer require special care (in terms of EMC) when
being installed. Refer to the accompanying insert:
Electromagnetic Compatibility Declaration.
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Do not open the device. The Programmer is constructed to
minimize risk from environmental factors. Opening the unit
may make the unit susceptible to environmental factors.
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Rapid temperature changes may affect proper operation.
Always allow the temperature to stabilize in the environment in
which the device is used before using the device.
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Prolonged storage or operation of the device in high humidity
may affect proper operation.
If there is any concern that damage has occurred, the unit should
be returned to Medtronic or Vitatron for inspection and any
needed repair.
Besides these listed examples, various other environmental
factors may impair proper performance of the unit in the hospital
setting. Always use good health management practices to prevent
environmental damage to the unit.
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Declaration of Conformity
Medtronic declares that this product is in conformity with the
essential requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC on Radio and
Telecommunications Terminal Equipment and Directive
90/385/EEC on Active Implantable Medical Devices (AIMD).
For additional information, contact Medtronic or Vitatron at the
telephone numbers and addresses provided on the back cover of
this manual.
Regulatory compliance
Industry Canada
ID:3408D-MICS
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
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Declaration of Conformity
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This device may not interfere with stations operating in the
400.150-406.000 MHz band in the meteorological aids,
meteorological-satellite, and earth exploration-satellite services
and must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Australia / New Zealand
The device fully complies with Australian Communications and
Media Authority (ACMA) and the New Zealand Ministry of
Economic Development Radio Spectrum Management standards.
The C-tick symbol indicates that the product complies with the
applicable EMC/Radio standard for radio communications
products.
US Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
FCC ID:LF5MICS (for Programmer)
FCC ID:LF59767 (for Programming head)
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Security features for the Windows XP operating system
The following provision applies to the low frequency
communications system in the device:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules respectively.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation. The user is cautioned that changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
The following provision applies to the UHF communications
system in the device:
This transmitter is authorized by rule under the Medical Device
Radio Communications Service (47 C.F.R. Part 95) and must not
cause harmful interference to stations operating in the 400.150 -
406.000 MHz band in the Meteorological Aids (i.e., transmitters
and receivers used to communicate weather data), the
Meteorological Satellite, or the Earth Exploration Satellite
Services and must accept interference that may be caused by
such aids, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.This transmitter shall be used only in accordance with
the FCC Rules governing the Medical Device Radio
Communications Service. Analog and digital voice
communications are prohibited. Although this transmitter has
been approved by the Federal Communications Commission,
there is no guarantee that it will not receive interference or that any
particular transmission from this transmitter will be free from
interference.
Security features for the Windows XP operating system
The operating system software for the Programmer is Microsoft
Windows XP.
The popularity of Windows XP has made it a common target for
threats including network attacks and viruses. In addition, many of
the features on the Programmer rely on connecting to a hospital or
clinic network. The great benefit of features that rely on network
connections comes with a slight increase in the possible
vulnerability of the Programmer to network-originated threats.
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Introduction to the Programmer
Software requirements
What Medtronic has done to promote security on the Programmer
Medtronic has gone to great lengths to promote the safety and
reliability of the Programmer. The Programmer is configured as a
special purpose device, with no general purpose access. Because
unnecessary software components such as Internet Explorer and
Microsoft Office are common targets of malicious attacks, those
components are not installed on the Programmer.
The operating system portion of the internal hard disk is
write-protected. Each time the Programmer is restarted, it starts in
a known good state. Unsupported hardware, including
unsupported PCMCIA cards or USB devices, are ignored by the
operating system and cannot be accessed from the Programmer.
Medtronic continues to work with its partners to analyze emerging
threats and evaluate potential impact on the Programmer.
What hospitals and clinics can do to promote the security of Programmers
The most important step hospitals and clinics can take to minimize
the chance of the Programmer’s security being compromised is to
have a secure network. This includes firewalls and security
policies to keep the network, and any devices connected to it, safe
and free from security threats originating from outside the network.
Some threats, such as denial-of-service attacks, which cause a
targeted system to continually respond to bogus network
requests, can only originate and affect systems at the local level.
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What to do if you suspect the Programmer has been compromised
If you believe the Programmer has been compromised by a
security threat, turn off the Programmer, and disconnect it from the
network or remove the network card, then restart the system.
Contact your Medtronic or Vitatron representative for further
assistance.
Software requirements
The Programmer requires software from Medtronic and Vitatron to
operate. Once installed, the software remains on the Programmer
hard drive.
Medtronic and Vitatron periodically update the software to add
functions to the Programmer.
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Programmer functions
Programmer functions
Programming functions:
Telemetry functions:
The following list summarizes some of the Programmer functions.
Specific functions depend on the implantable device model being
programmed or monitored and the software installed.
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Permanent and temporary adjustment of parameter values.
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Selection of nominal parameter values established by
Medtronic, Vitatron or by the user.
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Emergency buttons for VVI pacing.
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Automatic detection of the device model, and automatic
application start-up, if the programming head is in proper
position when the Programmer is turned on.
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Automatic confirmation of a programmed change.
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Reporting of currently programmed parameter values in effect
and battery status of the implanted device.
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Reporting of real-time measurements of implantable device
operating parameters such as battery voltage, output
energy, etc.
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Display and printout of Marker Channel telemetry to simplify
EGM analysis.
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Display and printout of an atrial and/or ventricular intracardiac
electrogram (EGM) taken from the electrodes of the
implantable device lead system.
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ECG and other diagnostic functions:
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ECG window on programming and telemetry data screens
provides a continuous view of the patient’s ECG.
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Full-window ECG display including a freeze option and an
amplitude adjustment feature; ECG display includes Marker
Channel telemetry, EGM waveforms, or both when available.
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Continuous multi-channel recording (ECG and Marker
Channel telemetry or ECG and EGM, for example).
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Stimulation threshold test functions.
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Direct measurement of pulse rate, AV interval, and
pulse width.
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Temporary implantable device inhibition.
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Printout of programmed and measured information for
permanent record.
Software update function:
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Updates available from Medtronic personnel.
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Clinical software applications that have Uninstall Software
capability may be removed using the Programmer Desktop.
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Figure 1-1. Programmer components - front view
1 Display screen
2 Emergency VVI
button
3 Microphone jack
4 Headphone jack
5 Keyboard cover
6 Keyboard
7 Printer controls
8 Telephone cord
(not supplied)
9 Printer paper
Note: Only accessories approved by the manufacturer should
be used.
10 Programming
head (ordered
separately)
11 Touch pen
12 Electrode leads
13 ECG cable
with plug
14 Reference guide
15 Disk drive, PC
card cover
16 Power cord
17 Ethernet cable
(not supplied)
Display screen – Display can be positioned smoothly from
closed to nearly horizontal. Programming options are selected on
the screen with the touch pen.
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System components
Emergency VVI button – Used to deliver bradycardia VVI
operation.
Microphone jack – Intended for future use.
Headphone jack – Intended for future use.
Keyboard cover – Slides forward to protect the keyboard.
Keyboard – Used to enter information.
Printer controls – Select paper speeds of 12.5, 25, or 50 mm/s.
Push a button once to select printing speed. Push it again to stop
printing. The Paper Advance button allows the user to properly
align the paper.
Telephone cord – Connects the Programmer modem to a
telephone jack. The telephone cord must be 26 wire gauge
minimum. (Not supplied by Medtronic.)
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Ethernet cable – Used to connect the Programmer to the clinic’s
network. The Ethernet cable must be Category 5 or better. (Not
supplied by Medtronic.)
Printer paper – Paper for the internal printer.
Programming head – Provides the communication link between
the Programmer and the patient’s implantable device. The
programming head contains a strong permanent magnet,
radio-frequency (RF) transmitter and receiver, and light array. It
must be held over the implantable device during a program or
interrogate operation. (Ordered separately; not supplied with
Programmer.)
Touch pen – Used to select options on the display screen.
Predetermined options are selected by applying the pen to
the screen.
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Electrode leads / ECG cable – Connects the Programmer to
skin electrodes on the patient for ECG and measurement
functions requiring surface detection of cardiac and implantable
device signals. Five color-coded lead wires connect the cable to
standard, disposable skin electrodes applied to the patient.
Note: If you received a five-lead cable with a plug, the plug can be
removed for five-lead ECG applications.
Reference guide – Programmer Reference Guide, provides
information about setting up the Programmer and between
session features.
Disk drive, PC card cover – Provides access to the disk drive
and the PC card. If applicable to your Programmer hardware, also
provides access to USB port(s) and either Integrated Ethernet or
parallel connector.
Power cord – Connects the Programmer to an AC power outlet.
Figure 1-2. Front connectors (keyboard turned up)
1 Programming head (yellow marker)
2 Analog Input/Output (green marker)
3 ECG cable (black or blue marker)
Programming head – The programming head connector has a
yellow marker.
Analog Input/Output – Allows an external monitor or recorder to
be connected to the Programmer. This connector has a
green marker.
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ECG cable – Connects the ECG cable to the Programmer. This
connector has a black or blue marker.
Figure 1-3. Left view
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1ON/OFF switch
2 Cooling fan
3 Expansion slot
4Printer
ON/OFF switch – Controls power (AC) to the Programmer. Once
the Programmer is turned off, wait 2 seconds before turning it
on again.
Cooling fan – Internal fan provides continuous airflow to prevent
the internal circuitry from overheating.
Expansion slot – Allows for additional features to be added, such
as the Analyzer that is available as an option.
Printer – Integral thermal printer with text and graphic output
capabilities. According to the selected function, the printer
provides data reports or it can print out a continuous ECG with
accompanying Marker Channel telemetry, EGM, or both when
available.
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Figure 1-4. Right view
1 Disk drive, PC card cover
2 Infrared window
Disk drive, PC card cover – Provides access to the disk drive
and the PC card. If applicable to your Programmer hardware, also
provides access to USB port(s) and either Integrated Ethernet or
parallel connector.
Infrared window – Intended for future use.
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Figure 1-5. Disk drive, PC card cover open (two variations of
Programmer hardware are shown)
1PC card slot
2 Parallel connector
3 Disk drive
1PC card slot
2 Disk drive
3 Integrated Ethernet
4 USB port
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PC card slot – There are different types of PC cards that can be
plugged into the PC card slot:
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The Modem card.
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The Combination Ethernet/Modem Network card, referred to
as the combo card.
These PC cards can be used to connect to the Software
Distribution Network.
Warning: When using a modem or combo card, make sure that
the telecom voltage does not exceed 125 V. Excessive voltage
may damage the Programmer.
Parallel connector – Allows a printer to be connected to the
Programmer.
Disk drive – Accommodates a 90 mm formatted diskette that is
IBM-compatible.
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Integrated Ethernet – Allows the Programmer to connect to the
Software Distribution Network and the Paceart data management
system using an Ethernet connection.
Figure 1-6. Back view (power cord door open)
1 USB port(s)
2 VGA output port
3Power cord
USB port(s) – Allows installation of software, software updates,
and future device application installations. The USB port can also
be used to connect to a USB printer or a USB flash drive.
VGA output port – Allows porting the screen image of the
Programmer to an external VGA monitor or for conversion of the
output signal to NTSC/PAL format for presentation on a television
monitor.
Caution: To protect against interference or surge/leak currents,
the use of a secondary VGA monitor that meets an applicable
safety standard such as UL 60950 or IEC 60950 is strongly
recommended.
Power cord – Connects the Programmer to line (AC) power.
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Display screen features
The Programmer display screen is an interactive device that
displays text and graphics. It is also a control panel that displays
buttons and menu options that you can select using the touch pen.
Features and conventions of the display screen
This section provides an overview of the features of the display
screen. For more information, refer to the reference guide for the
implanted device. Figure 1-7 shows the main elements of the
typical screen. Vitatron display screens may be different; see the
reference guide for the implanted device. If you see a
button, select it to display the Vitatron Select Model screen.
Note: For information on changing the language (for example,
from English to German), see “Change the language setting” on
page 79.
Figure 1-7. Main elements of a display screen example
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Display screen features
1 Task bar
2 Status bar
3 Live Rhythm Monitor window
4 Waveform adjustment bars
5 Task area
6 Command bar
7 Buttons
8 Tool palette
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Task b a r
The task bar can contain these icons/indicators:
Tab le 1- 1. Task bar icons/indicators
Icon Name Function
Position head
light array
Turns green to indicate successful
communication between the programming
head and the device. The greater the
number of green bars on the array, the
better the communication. A minimum of
two green bars should be lit.
Analyzer
indicator/selector
Device
indicator/selector
USB indicator Turns green to indicate USB flash drive is
Diskette indicator Turns green to indicate diskette drive is
Used to start an analyzer session or, if
your device supports concurrency, to
switch to an analyzer session from a
device session. When an analyzer session
is running, the indicator box turns green.
(For more information on the optional
Analyzer, see the 2290 Analyzer
Reference Guide.)
Used to go to the Select Model screen on
the Programmer desktop or, if your device
supports concurrency, to switch to a
device session from an analyzer session.
When a device session is running, the
indicator box turns green.
available for saving PDF reports and
patient data. When USB indicator is
green, diskette is not available. When
inserting a USB flash drive, you may
experience a slight delay before device is
available for use.
available for saving PDF reports and
patient data. When diskette indicator is
green, USB flash drive is not available.
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Status bar
Before selecting a model, the status bar has no information. For
specific information about the status bar, refer to the reference
guide for the implanted device. After model selection, the status
bar may include:
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The present pacing mode.
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Test condition status.
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The device model.
1 Status bar
Live Rhythm Monitor window
This window is a partial view of the full-screen display of the ECG,
and contains a Status bar and a Waveform adjustment bar that lets
you make changes to the waveform display. You can expand this
window to its full size by selecting the small square button in the
upper-right corner of the window or by selecting
[Adjust...].
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After model selection, Marker Channel and telemetered EGM
waveform traces may be available.
Refer to the appropriate reference guide for the implanted device
for more information about the Live Rhythm Monitor. Refer to the
2290 Analyzer
Reference Guide for information about the controls
on the Waveform Adjustment bar.
1 Waveform Adjustment bar
Task area
The portion of screen between the Live Rhythm Monitor window at
the top and the command bar at the bottom changes according to
the task or function you select.
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Command bar
The bar at the bottom of the screen shows the command buttons
for automatically launching the proper software application and
displaying the Vitatron Select Model screen. For information on
what command buttons are available after selecting a model, see
the reference guide for the implanted device.
Buttons
Buttons like those shown below let you operate the Programmer
using the touch pen. You can “press” a button by touching it with
the tip of the touch pen.
1 Inactive button (indicated by a lighter color)
Buttons may directly execute a command, such as
they may open a window that prompts another action. Usually
such buttons have a label ending with an ellipsis, such as
[Strips...] or [Adjust...].
A procedure may instruct you to “press and hold” a button. Press
the tip of the touch pen to the button and maintain pressure until it
is time to “release” the button.
When a button is inactive, it appears a lighter color and does not
execute a command when you press it with the touch pen.
Tool palette
The collection of buttons and icons along the edge of the screen
is referred to as the “tool palette.” These are the controls you will
use to choose the task or function screen you want displayed. For
more information, see “About the between sessions tool palette”
on page 72. For information about the session tool palette, refer to
the reference guide for the implanted device.
Programmer Reference Guide
[Freeze], or
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