frequency electromagnetic fields, PATIENT COUPLED EQUIPMENT and/or SYSTEMS applicable IMMUNITY
test methods are under consideration at SC62A/WG13. The 3 V/m IMMUNITY level may be inappropriate
especially when measuring SpO2 because physiological signals can be much smaller than those induced
by a 3 V/m electromagnetic field.
When measuring SpO2, various interference may produce false waveforms which look like pulse
waveforms. SpO2 value and pulse rate may be measured from these false waveforms, causing the alarm to
function improperly.
When installing the monitor, avoid locations where the monitor may receive strong electromagnetic
interference such as radio or TV stations, cellular phone or mobile two-way radios.
WARNING
Interaction Between Minute Ventilation Rate-Adaptive Pacemakers and Cardiac Monitoring and Diagnostic
Equipment*
The bioelectric impedance measurement sensor of a minute ventilation rate-adaptive implantable pacemaker
may be affected by cardiac monitoring and diagnostic equipment which is connected to the same patient. If
this occurs, the pacemaker may pace at its maximum rate and give incorrect data to the monitor or
diagnostic equipment. If this occurs, disconnect the monitor or diagnostic equipment from the patient or
change the setting on the pacemaker by referring to the pacemaker’s manual. For more details, contact your
pacemaker distributor or Nihon Kohden distributor.
* Minute ventilation is sensed in rate-adaptive pacemakers by a technology known as bioelectric impedance measurement
(BIM). Many medical devices in addition to pacemakers use this technology. When one of these devices is used on a
patient with an active, minute ventilation rate-adaptive pacemaker, the pacemaker may erroneously interpret the mixture
of BIM signals created in the patient, resulting in an elevated pacing rate.
For more information, see the FDA web site.
http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/safety.html
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Conventions Used in this Manual and Instrument
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Warnings, cautions and notes are used in this manual to alert or signal the reader to specific information.
WARNING
A warning alerts the user to possible injury or death associated with the use or misuse of the instrument.
CAUTION
A caution alerts the user to possible injury or problems with the instrument associated with its use or
misuse such as instrument malfunction, instrument failure, damage to the instrument, or damage to other
property.
NOTE
A note provides specific information, in the form of recommendations, prerequirements, alternative
methods or supplemental information.
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Explanations of the Symbols in this Manual and Instrument
The following symbols found in this manual/instrument bear the respective descriptions as given.
On panels
SymbolDescriptionSymbolDescription
StandbyType BF applied part
“On” only for a part of instrumentInput terminal
“Off” only for a part of instrumentOutput terminal
Alternating currentSplash-proof equipment
Equipotential terminalWatertight equipment
Attention, consult operator’s
manual
Alarm off/suspendProtective earth
NIBPYear of manufacture
Defibrillation-proof type CF applied
part
Type CF applied part
Defibrillation-proof type BF applied
part
IPX4
IPX7
High voltage
Serial number
The CE mark is a protected
conformity mark of the European
Community. The products herewith
comply with the requirements of the
Medical Device Directive
93/42/EEC.
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On screen
SymbolDescriptionSymbolDescription
Open Main menu windowPrint button
Open pulldown menuAlarm off/suspend
Open Alarm window
Close window buttonArrhythmia analysis off
QRS sync markMeasuring NIBP on neonate
Record
2
ARR
Alarm off/suspend with remaining
time
Cuff inflation pressure limiter for
neonates is turned off (NIBP)
Maximum input voltage:−0.5 V to 3 V (−50 mmHg to 300 mmHg)
Offset error:less than 5 mV (0.1 mmHg)
• Respiration waveform
Input sensitivity:1 V/Ω ±1%
Frequency response:DC to 40 Hz
Maximum input voltage:±5 V
• Pulse waveform
Input sensitivity:1 V/Ω ±1%
Frequency response:DC to 40 Hz
Maximum input voltage:±5 V
• EEG waveform: Input sensitivity:1 V/50 µV ±1%
Frequency response:DC to 40 Hz
Maximum input voltage:±5 V
• CO
waveInput sensitivity:1 V/20 mmHg ±1%
2
Frequency response:DC to 40 Hz
Maximum input voltage:−0.5 V to 3 V (−10 mmHg to 60 mmHg)
Offset error:less than 5 mV (0.1 mmHg)
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• Digital Communication
Communication method:Full duplex serial communication
Baud rate:9600 bps
Sync method:Start-stop synchronization
Data format:Data length8 bit
Flow control:Hardware
Physical layer:RS485 reference
• Heart rate sync signal
Open collector:Low active (requires optional software for analysis)
1. GENERAL
Parityodd
Stop bit2 bit
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1. GENERAL
Names and Function of Parts
Control Panel
SILENCE
ALARMS
SILENCE ALARMS key
Silences the alarm sound.
NIBP
MENU
HELP
INTERVAL
START/STOP
NIBP INTERVAL key
(Only for the bedside monitor)
Selects NIBP measurement mode. Pressing this key changes the mode.
NIBP START/STOP key
(Only for the bedside monitor)
Starts NIBP measurement in the selected mode.
Pressing the key during measurement stops measurement.
MENU key
Opens the Main menu window.
, , , keys
Center key
Selects the items and menus on the screen and
performs various operations.
HELP key
Displays help on the screen.
When the NIBP Key on the System Setup screen is set to STAT, the NIBP
INTERVAL key can be used as the STAT START/STOP key. Refer to “List and
Explanation of System Setup Settings” in Part I, Section 4 and “Measurement
Mode and Interval” in Part II, Section 8 of the BSS-9800 operator’s manual.
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Remote Control
SILENCE
ALARMS
MENU
Monitor selection dial
Selects the monitor.
Numerical keys
For entering numbers and performing
shortcut key operations.
SILENCE ALARMS key
Silences the alarm sound.
Selection knob
Move this knob up/down/left/right and
press to select items and menus on the
screen.
Power button
When the AC power switch on
the rear panel of the main unit is
on, press this button to turn the
monitor power on.
MENU key
Opens the Main menu
window.
Loop
Attach a string or strap to hang the remote control.
1. GENERAL
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1. GENERAL
Color Display Unit
Front Panel
Alarm indicator
Blinks or lights when an
alarm is activated.
Remote control
sensor
Receives signal from
the remote control.
Always keep it clean.
Remote control channel label
Corresponds to the monitor selection
dial on the remote control.
SILENCE
ALARMS
INTERVAL
NIBP
START/STOP
MENU
HELP
Front power switch
When the AC power switches on
the main unit and color display unit
are on, press this switch to display
waveforms and data.
Rear Panel
Control panel
Standby lamp
Lights when the AC power switch on the color display unit is on.
Power lamp
Lights when the AC power switches on the main
unit and color display unit and the front power switch on the color display unit are on.
AC power switch
Turns on or off the AC power
of the display.
Power socket
Connects to the AC OUT socket
on the rear panel of the main
unit using the outlet power cord
to supply AC.
Refer to caution in "Connecting the System"
in Section 3 of the BSS-9800 operator's
HOST socket
manual.
Connects to the main unit using the display cable.
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Color LCD Unit (VL-900PA)
Front panel
1. GENERAL
Alarm indicator
Blinks or lights when an
alarm is activated.
Remote control sensor
Receives signals from the
remote control.
Always keep it clean.
Front power switch
When the AC power switch on the
main unit is on, press this switch
to display waveforms and data.
Power lamp
Lights when the AC power
switch on the main unit and
the front power switch on the
color LCD unit are on.
Remote control channel label
Corresponds to the monitor selection
dial on the remote control.
Control panel
SILENCE
ALARMS
INTERVAL
NIBP
START/STOP
MENU
HELP
VL-900P
Standby lamp
Lights when the AC power switch on
the main unit is on.
Right Side Panel
HOST socket
Connects to the main unit using the display cable.
HOST
Power socket
Connects to the main unit using the DC power cord.
DC IN
KG-910P VL Stand (option)
(KG-911P VL Stand can also be used.)
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1. GENERAL
Color LCD Unit (VL-910RA)
Front panel
Alarm indicator
Blinks or lights when an
alarm is activated.
Remote control
sensor
Receives signal from
the remote control.
Always keep it clean.
Front power switch
When the AC power switches on the main
unit and color LCD unit are on, press
this switch to display waveforms and
data.
Power lamp
Lights when the AC
power switches on the
Standby lamp
Lights when the AC power switch
on the color LCD unit is on.
main unit and color LCD
unit and the front power
switch on the color LCD unit are on.
Remote control channel label
Corresponds to the monitor selection
dial on the remote control.
Control panel
SILENCE
ALARMS
INTERVAL
NIBP
START/STOP
MENU
HELP
Right Side Panel
Power switch
Turns on or off the AC power of
the display.
Power socket
Connects to the AC OUT socket
on the rear panel of the main unit
using the outlet power cord to
supply AC.
Refer to caution in "Connecting the
System" in Section 3 of the BSS-9800
operator's manual.
HOST socket
Connects to the main unit using
the display cable.
KG-911P VL Stand (option)
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Main Unit
Front Panel
Power lamp
Lights when the AC power
switches on the main unit and
color display unit and the front
power switch on the display unit
are on.
1. GENERAL
Standby lamp
Lights when the AC power switch on the main unit is on.
Side Panel
JA socket
Connects to the input box and unit using the JA connection cable.
The front cover must be removed.
Vent hole
For cooling air.
Change or replace the filter
when the "CHANGE FILTER"
message appears on the screen.
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1. GENERAL
Rear Panel
VD/VL socket
Connects to the color display unit or
color LCD unit using the display cable.
MOUSE socket
Connects to the
optional mouse.
KEYB socket
Connects to the
optional keyboard.
DC OUT (VL) socket
Connects to the VL-900PA color LCD unit or
RY-900P display connection box using the
DC power cord.
NOTE
Do not connect other equipment.
Refer to cautions in "Connecting the System"
and "Connecting the Power Cord and
Grounding the Monitor" in Section 3 of the
BSS-9800 operator's manual.
AC power switch
Turns on or off the AC
power of the main unit.
AC OUT socket
Connects to the VD-900RA/RK color
display unit or VL-910RA color LCD unit
using the outlet power cord. The
output is not linked with the
power on/off of the main unit.
NOTE
Do not connect other equipment.
SERIAL socket*
Connects to a PC.
RGB socket*
Connects to a display.
* Contact your Nihon Kohden distributor when using the SERIAL or RGB socket on the main unit.
ALARM socket
Connects to the optional
alarm pole.
NETWORK socket
Connects to the AUI patch cable of the network.
Equipotential terminal
Connects to the equipotential
ground cable.
Power socket
Connects to a wall outlet
using the power cord to
supply AC to the main unit.
Refer to cautions in
"Connecting the
Power Cord and
Grounding the Monitor"
in Section 3 of the BSS-9800
operator's manual.
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1. GENERAL
Input Box
Front Panel
A cord hook is provided with the input box for hooking the connection cords.
Refer to “Connecting the Main Unit, Input Boxes and Units” in Section 3 of the
BSS-9800 operator’s manual.
Slot
For the module.
Rear Panel
JA output socket ( )
Connects to other input
box or unit using the JA
connection cable.
Refer to cautions in "Connecting
the System" in Section 3 of the
BSS-9800 operator's manual.
JA input socket ( )
Connects to the main unit, other
input box or unit using the JA
connection cable.
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1. GENERAL
Input Box
Front Panel
Left Side Panel
JA input socket ( )
Connects to the main
unit, other input box or
unit using the JA
connection cable.
A cord hook is provided with the input box for hooking the connection cords.
Refer to “Connecting the Main Unit, Input Boxes and Units” in Section 3 of the
BSS-9800 operator’s manual.
Slot
For the modules.
Right Side Panel
Refer to cautions in
"Connecting the System"
in Section 3 of the
BSS-9800 operator's
manual.
JA output socket ( )
Connects to other input box or unit
using the JA connection cable.
Refer to cautions in "Connecting the
System" in Section 3 of the BSS-9800
operator's manual.
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1. GENERAL
Multi Parameter Module
1
6
AY-900PA is for Nihon Kohden SpO2 probes.
AY-910PA is for Nellcor SpO2 probes.
2
3
4
5
9
10
Refer to warnings and
notes on the next page.
8
7
No.NameDescription
1ECG/RESP keyPress to open the ECG window.
2SpO2 keyPress to open the SpO2 window.
3NIBP keyPress to open the NIBP window and change the NIBP measurement mode.
4START/STOP key
5MULTI 1, MULTI 2 keys
Measures the NIBP in the selected mode. Pressing again during
measurement stops measurement.
Press to open the windows of the parameters connected to the MULTI 1 or
MULTI 2 socket.
6ECG RESP socketConnects to the ECG connection cord.
7SpO2 socketConnects to the SpO2 connection cord.
8NIBP socketConnects to the air hose.
Connects to the connection cord of the parameter to be measured (IBP,
9MULTI 1, MULTI 2 sockets
temperature, CO, CO
using the IBP output signal, use the MULTI 1 socket. The type of
, FiO2 or respiration by thermistor method). When
2
parameter is automatically recognized.
Outputs 100 mmHg/V IBP waveform of the pressure connected to the
MULTI 1 socket, 1 mV/V ECG waveform of the first trace and heart rate
10ECG/BP OUT socket
trigger by using YJ-910P or YJ-920P ECG/BP output cable. These analog
signals can be used as the synchronization signal for other equipment,
such as IABP. Refer to the warning on the next page.
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1. GENERAL
Using the Output Signal from the ECG/BP OUT Socket
WARNING
When using the output signal from the module as the synchronization
signal for other equipment such as IABP (intra-aortic balloon pump) or
defibrillator:
••
• Set the timing of the other equipment by checking the waveform on
••
the monitoring screen.
••
• Check the condition of the bedside monitor at all times. The output
••
signal may become unstable.
••
• The hum filter is always set to on for the ECG output. ECG output
••
differs from the ECG on the monitor screen regardless of the filter
setting.
••
• Check that the delay time of the output signal (heart rate trigger 100
••
ms maximum) is within the range of the connected equipment. Refer
to Part II, Section 5.
••
• Do not use the heart rate trigger as the synchronization signal for a
••
defibrillator.
NOTE
The output signal from the ECG/BP OUT socket may become unstable
in the following conditions.
••
• Electrode is dry or detached.
••
••
• Electrode lead is damaged or disconnected from the electrode.
••
••
• Electrode lead is pulled.
••
••
• AC interference or EMG noise superimposed.
••
••
• Air bubbles or blood clog in the circuit for monitoring IBP.
••
••
• Any cord or cable disconnected or damaged.
••
Using MULTI Sockets for CO and CO2 Monitoring
WARNING
••
• When performing defibrillation during CO monitoring, never touch
••
the CO connection cord. Otherwise the discharged energy may
cause serious electrical burn, shock or other injury.
••
• When performing defibrillation during CO2 monitoring with the TG-
••
900P CO2 sensor kit, remove the sensor from the patient. When the
sensor cannot be removed, do not touch the sensor cable because
the discharged energy may cause serious electrical burn, shock or
other injury.
NOTE
••
• CO monitoring using the MULTI socket does not comply with the
••
Defibrillator proof type CF.
••
• CO2 monitoring using the MULTI socket does not comply with the
••
Defibrillator proof type BF.
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Smart Module
MULTI
PRESS/TEMP/CO
/FiO2/RESP
CO
2
1. GENERAL
MULTI 1, MULTI 2 key
Press to open the windows of the parameters
connected to the MULTI 1 or MULTI 2 socket.
MULTI 1, MULTI 2 Socket
Connects to the connection cord of the
parameter to be measured from IBP,
temperature, CO, CO
, FiO2 and respiration
2
by thermistor method. The type of parameter
is automatically recognized.
Refer to warnings and notes below.
Using MULTI Sockets for CO and CO2 Monitoring
WARNING
••
• When performing defibrillation during CO monitoring, never touch
••
the CO connection cord. Otherwise the discharged energy may
cause serious electrical burn, shock or other injury.
••
• When performing defibrillation during CO2 monitoring with the TG-
••
900P CO2 sensor kit, remove the sensor from the patient. When the
sensor cannot be removed, do not touch the sensor cable because
the discharged energy may cause serious electrical burn, shock or
other injury.
NOTE
••
• CO monitoring using the MULTI socket does not comply with the
••
Defibrillator proof type CF.
••
• CO2 monitoring using the MULTI socket does not comply with the
••
Defibrillator proof type BF.
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1. GENERAL
Recorder Module
SET UP key
Opens the
Recording Setting
windowto change
recording settings.
Recording lamp
Lights during recording.
START/STOP key
Press to start or stop recording.
ERROR lamp
Lights when a recording error occurs.
Paper magazine
release lever
Pull up the lever to open
the paper magazine.
BIS Module
SET UP
START/STOP
ERROR
Paper magazine
Holds recording paper.
BIS key
Opens the
BIS
BIS window.
BIS socket
Connects to the BIS sensor through
Refer to the cautions in the AE-900PA
BIS module operator's manual.
the Digital Signal Converter.
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EEG Module
1. GENERAL
EEG key
Opens the EEG
window.
FLOW/Paw Module
EEG socket
Connects to the electrodes
through EEG connection cord.
FLOW/Paw key
Opens the Flow/Paw
window on the
monitor.
Refer to the cautions in the AE-910PA
EEG module operator's manual.
Flow sensor socket
Connects to the flow
sensor.
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Refer to the cautions in the
AF-900PA FLOW/Paw module operator's manual.
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1. GENERAL
Sv_O2 Module
SvO2 key
Opens the SvO
on the monitor.
window
2
SvO
socket
2
Connects to the optical module.
Refer to the cautions in the AL-910PA
module operator's manual.
SvO
2
CO2 Module
CO2 key
Opens the CO2 window.
EXHAUST
Connects to the exhaust gas adapter and the
scavenging system to discharge gas when
using anesthetic gas.
INLET
Connects to the FilterLine to suck in
some of the gas breathed by the patient.
Refer to cautions in the AG-900PA
CO2 module operator's manual.
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Multi Gas Unit (AG-910RA/RK)
1. GENERAL
Front Panel
Power lamp
Lights when the power is on.
Power switch
Turns the power on/off.
Water trap manifold
Attaches the water trap.
Rear Panel
Ventilation fan filter
Room air is blown into the multi gas unit through this filter to cool the multi gas unit.
The fan filter prevents dust from entering the multi gas unit.
Patient sample gas outlet
Connects to an anesthesia machine to
waste anesthesia gas.
Zero gas inlet
Sucks air during zero calibration.
Do not block this inlet.
Equipotential ground
terminal
Connects to the equipotential
ground terminal on the wall
with the grounding lead when
the equipotential grounding is
required.
AC power cord socket
Connects the power cord to supply
AC power to the multi gas unit.
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RS232C Host communication connector
Connects to the SERIAL socket of the bedside
monitor for communication.
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1. GENERAL
Multigas Unit (AG-920RA/RK)
Front Panel
MEASURE lamp
Lights when connected to
the bedside monitor and the
MEASURE switch is pressed.
MEASURE switch
Press to on to monitor
anesthetic gas.
Dryline receptacle
For attaching the dryline
Rear Panel
Refer to caution in "Connecting the Multigas Unit and the Bedside Monitor"
in Section 2 of the AG-920RA/RK Multigas unit operator's manual.
JA output socket
Connects to the input box or other
unit with a JA connection cable.
Standby lamp
Lights when the power cord is connected
and power is supplied to the multigas unit.
JA input socket
Connects to the input box connected to the bedside monitor with
a JA connection cable.
AC SOURCE socket
SERIAL socket
Connects to a BSM-4100 series
bedside monitor with a
connection cable.
Sampling gas exhaust outlet
Connects to an anesthetic machine
to exhaust gas.
Equipotential terminal
Refer to warning and caution in "Connecting the
Power Cord and Grounding the Multigas Unit" in
Section 2 of the AG-920RA/RK Multigas unit
operator's manual.
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CCO Unit
Front Panel
1. GENERAL
Power switch
Sv_O
socket
2
Connects to the
optical module.
Power lamp
Refer to cautions in "Connecting the CCO Unit and the Bedside
Monitor" in Section 2 of the AH-900RA/RJ/RK CCO unit
operator's manual.
CCO/Sv_O
key
2
Opens the CCO window.
CABLE TEST sockets
For testing the patient cable.
CCO socket
Connects to the CCO connection
cord.
Rear Panel
JA output socket ( )
Connects to the
JA-960PA/980PA input box
or other unit.
Main power lamp
Equipotential terminal
Connects to the equipotential ground cable.
Refer to cautions in "Connecting the CCO
Unit and the Bedside Monitor" in Section 2 of the
AH-900RA/RJ/RK CCO unit operator's manual.
JA input socket ( )
Connects to the MU-980RA/RJ/RK main unit.
Main power switch
Refer to cautions in
"Connecting the CCO
Unit and the Bedside
Monitor" in Section 2 of the
AH-900RA/RJ/RK CCO unit
operator's manual.
Power socket
Connects to a wall outlet
using the power cord to
supply AC to the unit.
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1. GENERAL
Recorder Unit
Front Panel
SETUP key
Opens the Recording Setting
window.
Recording lamp
Lights during
recording.
START/STOP
SETUP
START/STOP key
Press to start or stop recording.
ERROR lamp
Lights when a recording error occurs.
ERROR
Paper magazine
Holds recording paper.
Paper window
For checking the amount of
recording paper.
Paper magazine release lever
Pull up the lever to open the paper
magazine.
Rear Panel
AC SOURCE socket
Connects to a wall outlet
using the power cord to
supply AC to the recorder unit.
Refer to cautions in the "Installation
Conditions" section.
JA input socket
Connects to the monitor using the JA
connection cable.
Refer to the "Error Messages and
Troubleshooting" section if the
operation lamp does not light when
the power cord and JA connection cable are
connected properly.
Operation lamp
Lights when the power cord and the JA
connection cable are connected properly
and the recorder unit is ready for recording.
Equipotential terminal
Connects to the equipotential grounding lead.
Refer to the cautions in the "Connecting
the Power Cord and Grounding the
Recorder Unit" section of the WS-921RA/RJ/RK operator's manual.
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Display Connection Box
Front Panel
1. GENERAL
Remote control sensor
Receives the signal from the remote control.
Do not cover it and always keep it clean.
Speaker
For sync sound and alarm sound.
Silence alarms key
Silences the alarm sound.
Standby lamp
Lights when the AC power switch on the main unit is on.
Power lamp
Lights when the power switch on the display connection box is on.
Power switch
When the AC power switch on the main unit is on, press this switch
to display waveforms and data.
Rear Panel
RGB output socket
Connects to a display unit.
HOST socket
Connects to the VD/VL
socket on the main unit.
Refer to "Safety Information" section of the
RY-900P display connection box operator's manual.
RGB
TOUCH
PANEL
TOUCH PANEL socket
Connects to a touch screen.
HOST
DC IN
DC IN socket
Connects to the DC OUT (VL) socket on the main unit.
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1. GENERAL
Interface
Front Panel
COM lamp
Lights when
communicating
signals.
ERROR lamp
Lights when error occurs
during communication.
Power lamp
Lights when the
power is on.
Rear Panel
Refer to cautions in the “Rear Panel” section of
the QI-910RA/RJ/RK interface operator’s
manual.
Vent hole
For ventilation.
Do not cover the vent hole.
Equipotential ground terminal
For an equipotential grounding lead.
Power switch
Turns power on or off.
Fuse holder
For two fuses.
HT signal input
Inputs heart rate sync signal.
BSM connector
Connects to the BSM-JJ cable.
NETWORK connector 2
Not used.
NETWORK connector 1
Connects to an AUI patch cable.
AC SOURCE power cord socket
For the AC power cord.
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Block Diagram
MU-980RA/RJ/RK
Main Unit
1. GENERAL
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1. GENERAL
VD-900RA/RK
Color Display Unit
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VL-900PA Color LCD Unit
1. GENERAL
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1. GENERAL
VL-910RA Color LCD Unit
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Section 2 Troubleshooting
Determining if Cause is Software or Hardware .................................................................... 2.1
This section describes how to troubleshoot the instrument, using the following:
• troubleshooting flowchart
• troubleshooting table
Determining if the Cause is Software or Hardware
You can identify whether the cause of the problem is located in the software or
hardware by doing the following actions.
• Remove and reinsert the module. (This resets the module software.)
• Turn the main power switch of the main unit off then on. (This resets the main
unit software.)
If the instrument restarts correctly, contact your Nihon Kohden representative
because the probable cause is the software. If the instrument does not restart
correctly, go to the “Troubleshooting Flowchart” and “Troubleshooting Table”
sections because the probable cause is the hardware. If these sections do not solve
the problem, contact your Nihon Kohden representative.
2. TROUBLESHOOTING
NOTE
Before contacting your Nihon Kohden representative for technical
support, please provide additional detailed information on the problem.
This will allow your Nihon Kohden representative to provide you with
the best support.
Service Manual BSS-98002.1
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2. TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting Flowchart
Use the troubleshooting flowchart to find the possible sources of the problem when
the measuring parameter is not displayed.
Is the “TOO MANY PARAM” error message displayed?
No
When the parameter key on the module is pressed, does
the parameter window open?
If AA-900PA, universal port (MULTI 1 or 2) of AY-
900PA/910PA, or EU-900P is not recognized, connect
the input cable to the socket on the module. Then,
press the parameter key on the module to check
whether the parameter window opens.
No
After the input cable is replaced with a new one, does
the parameter window appear on the screen by pressing
the parameter key on the module?
No
Ye s
Ye s
Ye s
Use the correct combination of the
modules in the input box.
Check that the measuring
parameter is selected as a display
parameter on the Screen
Configuration window.
Use the new one because the input
cable is faulty.
Check the following.
1. Is the lock part of JA connection cable connector or
lock part of the JA input socket on the input box
damaged?
2. Is the outer vinyl of JA connection cable damaged?
3. Are all male pins of the JA connection cable
connector and JA input socket on the input box
damaged?
No
When the module is inserted into the other slot of the
input box, does the parameter window appear on the
screen?
No
Ye s
Ye s
1. Replace the JA connection
cable or the input box with a
new one.
2. Replace the JA connection
cable with a new one.
3. Replace the JA connection
cable or the input box with a
new one.
Replace the input box with a new
one.
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No
When a known good module is inserted into the slot of
the input box, does the parameter window appear on
the screen?
Note the following connector location at the rear of the
module:
•2-slot type: The connector is on the left at the rear
of the module.
•3-slot type: The connector is on the center of the
rear of the slot.
Ye s
2. TROUBLESHOOTING
Replace the module with a new
one.
No
When the input box is replaced with a known good
input box, does the parameter window appear on the
screen?
No
When the JA connection cable is replaced with the
other one, does the parameter window appear on the
screen?
No
Check the main unit.
Ye s
Ye s
Replace the input box with a new
one.
Replace the JA connection cable
with a new one.
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2. TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting Table
Use the troubleshooting table to locate, identify, and solve a problem in the
instrument. The problems are divided into general problem areas. Each category
has its own troubleshooting table for fast and easy troubleshooting.
• Power-related Problems
• Display Problems
• Sound Problems
• Touch-screen Key Function Problems
• Alarm Indicator Problems
• Control Panel Problems
• Remote Control Problems
• Input Box Communication Problems
• Network Problems
How to use the troubleshooting table
1. Determine which troubleshooting table to use.
2. In the “Problem” or “Error Message” column, find the trouble item that
matches the problem.
3. Do the action recommended in the “Action” column.
4. If the problem is not solved, do the action for the next possible cause or
criteria.
5. If none of the actions solve the problem, contact your Nihon Kohden
representative.
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Power-related Problems
2. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
The power of
the main unit
does not turn
on.
The power of
the VD900RA/K
color display
unit or VL910RA color
LCD unit
does not turn
on.
The power of
the VL900PA color
LCD unit
does not turn
on.
The power of
the RY-900P
display
control box
does not turn
on.
Probable Causes/Criteria
The AC power switch on the rear panel of the main unit is off.
When the standby
lamp of the main unit
does not light even if
the AC power switch
on the rear panel of
the unit is on.
When the power lamp
of the main unit does
not light even if the
power switch of the
VL-900PA or RY900P is pressed.
The AC power switch of the VD-900RA/K or VL-910RA is off.
When the standby
lamp of the VD900RA/K or VL910RA does not light
even if the AC power
switch of the VD900RA/K or VL910RA is on.
When the power lamp
of the VD-900RA/K
or VL-910RA does
not light even if the
front power switch of
the VD-900RA/K or
VL-910RA is
pressed.
When the standby
lamp of the VL900PA does not light
even if the AC power
switch of the main
unit is on.
When the power lamp
of the VL-900PA
does not light even if
the power switch of
the VL-900PA is on.
When the standby
lamp of the RY-900P
does not light even if
the AC power switch
of the main unit is on.
When the power lamp
of the RY-900P does
not light even if the
power switch of the
RY-900P is on.
No AC power input.Check the AC power line.
The standby lamp lights if the GUI board is
removed.
The standby lamp lights if the DC power cord
is disconnected from the VL-900PA or RY900P.
Other causes.Replace the main unit.
The power lamp lights if the PPC board is
removed.
The power lamp lights if the GUI board is
removed.
The power lamp lights if the DC power cord is
disconnected from the VL-900PA or RY-900P.
Other causes.Replace the main unit.
No AC power input.Check the AC power line.
The standby lamp lights if the control panel is
removed from the VD-900RA/K or VL910RA.
Other causes.
The power lamp lights if the control panel is
removed from the VD-900RA/K or VL910RA.
Other causes.
No DC power input.
The standby lamp lights if the control panel is
removed from the VL-900PA.
Other causes.Replace the VL-900PA.
The power lamp lights if the control panel is
removed from the VL-900PA.
Other causes.Replace the VL-900PA.
No DC power input.
If the RY-900P is replaced with VL-900PA, the
power lamp of the VL-900PA lights.
Other causes.Replace the main unit.
No communication between the RY-900P and
main unit.
The power switch has a malfunction.Replace the RY-900P.
Action
Turn on the AC power switch on
the rear panel of the main unit.
Replace the GUI board.
Replace the VL-900PA or RY900P.
Replace the PPC board.
Replace the GUI board.
Replace the VL-900PA or RY900P.
Turn on the AC power switch on
the rear panel of the VD900RA/K or VL-910RA.
Replace the control panel.
Replace the VD-900RA/K or
VL-910RA.
Replace the control panel.
Replace the VD-900RA/K or
VL-910RA, or main unit.
Check the DC power cord and
main unit.
Replace the control panel.
Replace the control panel.
Check the DC power cord and
main unit.
Replace the RY-900P.
Check the display cable.
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2. TROUBLESHOOTING
Display Problems
ProblemProbable Causes/CriteriaAction
No display.
The screen is
dark.
The screen
displays are
abnormal.
Faulty connection of the display cable
between the main unit and display unit.
Screen brightness and contrast out of
adjustment.
Faulty GUI board.Replace the GUI board.
Faulty connection of the display cable
between the main unit and display unit.
Faulty GUI board.Replace the GUI board.
Faulty display unit.Replace the display unit.
Damaged display cable.Replace the display cable.
Check that the display cable is firmly connected. Check that
provided RGB cable is firmly connected when RY-900P is used.
Adjust the setting on the Display window of the Setup Menu
window. Refer to Part I, Section 5 of the BSS-9800 operator’s
manual.
Check that the display cable is firmly connected.
Sound Problems
ProblemProbable Causes/CriteriaAction
No sound.
Sound volume
cannot be adjusted.
Faulty connection of the display cable
between the main unit and display unit.
Faulty GUI board.Replace the GUI board.
Faulty display unit.Replace the display unit.
Faulty RY-900P.Replace the RY-900P.
Damaged display cable.Replace the display cable.
Faulty GUI board.Replace the GUI board.
Check that the display cable is firmly connected.
Touch-screen Key
Function Problems
ProblemProbable Causes/CriteriaAction
The touch screen
does not function
correctly.
An unintended touch
point on the screen
responds.
Faulty connection of the display cable
between the main unit and display unit.
Faulty GUI board.Replace the GUI board.
Faulty display unit.Replace the display unit.
Damaged display cable.Replace the display cable.
The touch screen is calibrated incorrectly
Faulty display unit.Replace the display unit.
Check that the display cable is firmly connected.
Calibrate the touch screen on the Cal Touch Screen
window of the Setup Menu window. Refer to Part I,
Section 7 of the BSS-9800 operator’s manual.
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Alarm Indicator Problems
ProblemProbable Causes/CriteriaAction
The alarm indicator
does not light.
If both the control panel on the display unit and remote
control work correctly, faulty display unit.
If neither the control panel on the display unit nor the
remote control work correctly, faulty GUI board or
damaged display cable.
Replace the display unit.
Replace the GUI board or display cable.
Control Panel Problems
ProblemProbable Causes/CriteriaAction
Control panel on the
display unit does not
work correctly.
If the remote control also does not work correctly,
faulty GUI board or damaged display cable.
If the remote control works correctly, faulty control
panel on the display unit.
Replace the GUI board display cable.
Replace the control panel on the display
unit.
2. TROUBLESHOOTING
Remote Control Problems
ProblemProbable Causes/CriteriaAction
The remote control battery is weak.Replace the battery of the remote control.
If the control panel on the display unit also does not
Remote control does
not work correctly.
work correctly, faulty GUI board or damaged display
cable.
If the control panel on the display unit works
correctly, faulty remote control.
Replace the GUI board or display cable.
Replace the remote control.
Input Box Communication
Problems
Error MessageProbable Causes/CriteriaAction
TOO MANY
COMM. ERRORS
TOO MANY
MODULES
Faulty connection between the module and
input box.
Faulty input box.Replace the input box.
Faulty module.Replace the module.
Faulty unit.Replace the unit.
Faulty GUI board.Replace the GUI board.
Damaged communication cable.Replace the communication cable.
Damaged data due to external noise.Securely connect the connection cables with holder.
Too many input boxes and units are connected
to the main unit.
Too many modules are put into the input box.Use no more than the specified number of modules.
Faulty combination of installed modules in
the input box.
Check the connection between the module and
input box.
Use two or less input boxes and units for
connection to the main unit.
Use the correct combination of the installed
modules in the input box.
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2. TROUBLESHOOTING
Network Problems
ProblemProbable Causes/CriteriaAction
The bedside monitor is not turned on.Turn on the bedside monitor.
The IP address of the bedside monitor is wrong.Set the correct IP address.
The central monitor
does not display the
waveforms and
numeric data of the
specified patient or
the patient cannot be
selected at the
central monitor.
The central monitor
does not display the
waveforms and
numeric data of any
patients in the
network or no
patient can be
selected at the
central monitor.
The power indicator of
the MAU which is
connected to the
bedside monitor
through the AUI patch
cable is not lit.
The LINK* indicator of
the MAU which is
connected to the
bedside monitor
through the AUI patch
cable is not lit.
The Rx* indicator on the rear panel of the bedside monitor
does not blink.
Check each bedside monitor using the above troubleshooting.
The power indicator of
the MAU which is
connected to the central
monitor through the
AUI patch cable is not
lit.
The LINK* indicator of
the MAU which is
connected to the central
monitor through the
AUI patch cable is not
lit.
The AUI patch cable is
disconnected.
Other causes.Replace the following with a new one.
10Base-T cable is disconnected.Connect the 10Base-T cable between
The RJ-45 plug has damage at
the plastic hook or at the resin
between the terminals.
The HUB which is connected to
the bedside monitor through the
10Base-T cable is off.
Other causes.Replace the following with a new one.
The AUI patch cable has poor
contact between the bedside
monitor and MAU.
Other causes.Replace the following with a new one.
10Base-T cable is disconnected.Connect the 10Base-T cable between
The RJ-45 plug has damage at
the plastic hook or at the resin
between the terminals.
The HUB which is connected to
the central monitor through the
10Base-T cable is off.
Other causes.Replace the following with a new one.
Firmly connect the AUI patch cable
between the bedside monitor and
MAU.
z AUI patch cable
z MAU
z PPC board
the MAU and HUB.
Contact an authorized local area
network construction company in your
country to replace the RJ-45 plug with
a new one.
Turn on the HUB.
z HUB
z 10Base-T cable
z MAU
Replace the following with a new one.
z HUB
z MAU
z PPC board
Firmly connect the AUI patch cable
between the central monitor and
MAU.
z AUI patch cable
z MAU
z PPC board
the MAU and HUB.
Contact an authorized local area
network construction company in your
country to replace the RJ-45 plug with
a new one.
Turn on the HUB.
z HUB
z 10Base-T cable
z MAU
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2. TROUBLESHOOTING
ProblemProbable Causes/CriteriaAction
Firmly connect the AUI patch
cable between the bedside
monitor and MAU.
a new one.
Connect the 10Base-T cable
between the MAU and HUB.
Replace the 10Base-T cable with
a new one.
Place the 10Base-T cable away
from the source of noise.
Firmly connect the AUI patch
cable between the bedside
monitor and MAU.
a new one.
Connect the 10Base-T cable
between the MAU and HUB.
Replace the 10Base-T cable with
a new one.
Place the 10Base-T cable away
from the source of noise.
Replace the following with a new
one.
z Mains power supply for HUB
z Power cord
z HUB
Disconnect the equipment from
the network.
Keep the number of connectable
monitors within the maximum in
the network.
The waveforms of
the specified patient
sometimes disappear
from the central
monitor.
The waveforms of
all patients
sometimes disappear
from the central
monitor at the same
time.
The power indicator of the
MAU which is connected to
the bedside monitor through
the AUI patch cable is
sometimes not lit.
The LINK* indicator of the
MAU which is connected to
the bedside monitor through
the AUI patch cable is
sometimes not lit.
The 10Base-T cable is placed close to a source of noise such as an
AC mains line.
Check each bedside monitor using the top troubleshooting.
The power indicator of the
MAU which is connected to
the bedside monitor through
the AUI patch cable is
sometimes not lit.
The LINK* indicator of the
MAU which is connected to
the bedside monitor through
the AUI patch cable is
sometimes not lit.
The 10Base-T cable is placed close to a source of noise such as an
AC mains line.
The HUB which is connected to the bedside monitor through the
10Base-T cable is intermittently turned off.
The CLN* indicator on the
rear panel of the central
monitor is sometimes kept on.
The AUI patch cable has poor
contact between the bedside
monitor and MAU.
Other causes.Replace the AUI patch cable with
10Base-T cable has poor contact
between the MAU and HUB.
Other causes.
The AUI patch cable has poor
contact between the bedside
monitor and MAU.
Other causes.Replace the AUI patch cable with
10Base-T cable has poor contact
between the MAU and HUB.
Other causes.
Equipment other than the BSS9800 monitors and related
instruments, e.g. personal
computer, is connected to the
network.
Too many bedside and central
monitors are connected to the
network.