Resmed RCM1 User Manual

User guide

(RCM1)

English

A

AirView

RCM

Compatible device*

*

兼容装置 / 相容裝置

B

1

2

6

AirView

3

C

1

4

5

2

3

4

7

8

D

ENGLISH

Introduction

Refer to illustration A.

ResMed Connectivity Module (RCM) provides cellular connection between a compatible ResMed
ventilation device and the ResMed AirView

RCM sends therapy and device data recorded in the ventilation device to the cloud-based AirView

™

system.

system once a day from home, wirelessly and automatically, to assist the remote display of patient
data.

RCM also sends data to AirView on demand when requested via AirView (eg, for remote display and
troubleshooting).

Compatible devices

RCM is compatible with the following ventilation devices:

• Astral

• Stellar

™

100/150

™

100/150.

Intended use

RCM is intended to be used in the home environment, for the collection and transmission of
respiratory data to AirView. RCM will not control any clinical devices, nor provide interpretation of
data.

RCM is not intended for use on an aircraft.

General warnings and cautions

The following are general warnings and cautions. Specific warnings, cautions and notes appear with
the relevant instructions in the guide.

WARNING

• Only use the power supply unit and plug blade attachments provided with RCM.

• Beware of electrocution. Do not immerse RCM or any of its components in water. Always

unplug RCM before cleaning and make sure that all parts are dry before plugging it back in.

• Do not open or modify the device. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Repairs and
servicing should only be performed by an authorized ResMed service agent.

CAUTION

Do not use RCM outdoors.

English 1

RCM at a glance

1.

Stand

6.

Wall mount

2.

Wall mounting socket

7.

Power Supply Unit (PSU)

3.

Indicator panel

8.

Plug blade attachments

4.

Micro-USB port

9.

USB cable (not shown)

5.

Power inlet

Refer to illustration B.

Indicators

Refer to illustration C.

RCM provides indication of the current operating state. When the Power and Vent. Input indicators
illuminate and you have network reception, RCM is ready to use.

Indicator Status

1 Power – Green

Indicates whether RCM is powered on.

On: The power is on.
Off: The power is off.

2 Vent. Input – Blue

Indicates whether RCM is connected to the powered-on
ventilation device.

On: Connected to the ventilation device.
Off: Disconnected from the ventilation device.
Blinking: Establishing connection to the ventilation device.

3 Signal – Blue

Indicates connectivity to the cellular network and the signal
strength.

On: Connected to the cellular network. The signal strength
is indicated by the number of blue dots (more dots mean a
stronger signal).

Off: No cellular network detected.

4 Error – Yellow

Indicates whether RCM has an error.

Note: The Vent. Input and Signal indicators will dim in 5 minutes and will return to full brightness
when RCM is connected to the ventilation device or powered on again.

On: An error has occurred.
Off: No error

Assembling the PSU

Refer to illustration D.

1. Insert the plug blade attachment suitable for your region into the PSU.

2. To remove the plug blade attachment from the PSU, press the button under the arrow and slide
it out.

CAUTION

• Do not leave the plug blade attachment in a power outlet alone.

• Do not plug the PSU upside down into a power outlet. Ensure that the power cord extends

downward.

2

Setup

Refer to illustration E.

RCM can only be connected to one ventilation device at a time.

1. Connect the RCM to the power using the PSU. Ensure that the Power indicator illuminates.

2. Position RCM where the Signal indicator shows that you have network reception, and ensure

that RCM is:

• more than 2 cm away from the body during operation.

• in an area that will not be affected by moisture.

• ideally 30 cm away from the ventilation device or other electrical equipment and 3'3" (1 m)

from mobile communication devices.

3. Ensure that the RCM is secured with the stand or wall mount. Refer to the Using the stand/wall
mount section.

4. Connect one end of the USB cable to the micro USB port of RCM, and the other end to the mini
USB port at the rear of the powered-on ventilation device (refer to the illustration). Ensure that
the Vent. Input indicator illuminates.

5. To ensure correct times are shown in AirView, ensure that the clock on the ventilation device is
correct (change if appropriate).

Notes:

• For further assistance, contact your care provider or ResMed representative.

• To stop RCM, unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

Using the stand/wall mount

Stand

Refer to illustration F.

1. Place the stand on a stable level surface.

2. Insert the longer edge of the stand into RCM, ensuring that it clicks into place.

3. To remove the stand, release the clip on the stand.

Wall mount

Refer to illustration G.

Use appropriate fittings to attach the wall mount. For example, use the round holes or the slots of
the wall mount for screws or cable ties (not provided).

WARNING

Ensure that the wall mount is securely fixed in place.

1. Hold RCM at an angle and push it onto the wall mount. Adjust the angle to fit RCM in place.

2. Turn RCM clockwise until it clicks into place.

3. To remove RCM from the wall mount, turn it counterclockwise.

English 3