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Contents • Inhalt • Matières

English—5

Introduction—5
Before You Connect the Modem-Propaq,You Need:—7
Connect to Acuity—8
Temporarily Disconnect the Patient from Propaq,

Then Reconnect—11

Temporarily Disconnect the Propaq from Acuity,

Then Reconnect—12
Move the Patient to Another Location—13
Discontinue Monitoring—15
Acuity Central Monitor and Modem-Propaq Patients—16
Troubleshooting—19
Specifications—20
Cleaning Recommendations—20

Deutsch—21

Einführung—21
Bevor Sie den Modem-Propaq anschließen können, benötigen

Sie folgende Teile:—23
Anschluß an Acuity—24
Den Anschluß des Patienten am Propaq zeitweise unterbrechen,

dann wiederherstellen—27
Den Anschluß des Propaq an Acuity zeitweise unterbrechen,

dann wiederherstellen—28
Den Patienten an einen anderen Ort bewegen—29
Überwachung einstellen—31
Patienten am Acuity Zentralmonitor und dem

Modem-Propaq—32
Fehlersuche —35
Spezifikationen—36
Reinigung—36

English Deutsch

Français

Modem-Propaq Reference Guide 3

Français—37

Introduction—37
Ce dont vous avez besoin pour installer

le Modem-Propaq:—39

Relier le patient à Acuity—40
Débrancher temporairement le patient du Propaq, puis

rebrancher—43

Débrancher temporairement le Propaq d’Acuity, puis

rebrancher—44

Transporter le patient ailleurs—45
Interrompre le monitorage—47
Connection entre le moniteur central Acuity et les patients

reliés au Modem-Propaq—48

En cas de problème —51
Spécifications—52
Nettoyage—52

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English

Introduction

Intended Use

The Modem-Propaq option allows telecommunication between the Acuity System
and a Propaq CS, Propaq Encore, or Pr opaq 100 Series monitor configur ed to interface
with Acuity by means of compatible external modems.

Refer to the

Reference Guide

of the Acuity System and Propaq monitors. Observe all warnings and cautions.

Propaq Directions for Use

for more information about patient monitoring and the intended use

or

Propaq Reference Guide

and

Acuity System

Definitions

Warning

WARNING statements identify conditions or practices that could result in personal
injury.

Caution

CAUTION statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the
equipment or other property.

Note

NOTE statements identify useful tips or points about operation.

English

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General Warnings and Notes

Warning

Use of equipment, accessories, and parts not recommended or supplied by Protocol
Systems, Inc. could result in inaccurate patient information, or could cause damage
to the Propaq monitor and accessories.

Warning

When considering a treatment protocol that involves telecommunication of patient
data, be sure to recognize some possible limitations. Successful telecommunication
requires access to public or private telephone services that may not always be
available or reliable. Be sure to plan for possible limitations or interruptions in patient
monitoring.

Warning

Before connecting a modem-linked Propaq CS, Propaq Encore, or 100 Series monitor
to a telephone line, make sure the telephone line is not equipped with any central
system features such as Call Waiting or Call Forwarding. Also make sure that other
telecommunication devices do not have access to the line, such as other telephones,
modems, fax machines, or automatic burglar alarms. These features and devices can
disrupt modem operation and interrupt or prevent patient monitoring.

Warning

When outside interference causes a modem-linked Propaq CS, Propaq Encore, or
Propaq 100 Series monitor to disconnect from Acuity and display the message
EQUIPMENT ALERT, NETWORK FAULT, patient monitoring is interrupted. (Acuity
displays the message LOSS OF COMMS.) A Propaq CS or Propaq Encore
automatically redials and attempts to reconnect. However, a Propaq 100 Series
monitor may not redial until you turn the modem power off and on, or unplug and plug
the Modem-Propaq cable into the monitor. Contact a Protocol Systems representative
for more information about modem selection and use.

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Note

A modem-linked Propaq CS, Propaq Encore, or Propaq 100 Series monitor transmits a
maximum of three active patient waveforms to Acuity. The monitor transmits waveforms in
the following priority: ECG1, CO2 (or RESP if no CO2), ECG2, SpO2, and RESP. The
monitor transmits numeric information for all active vital signs. Acuity does not display the
manometer bar for the monitor NIBP.

Disclaimers

Protocol Systems, Inc. cautions the reader of this manual:

• Protocol Systems, Inc. will not be responsible for any injury to the user or other
person(s) that may result from accidents during operation of the Modem-Propaq
option.

• Protocol Systems, Inc. assumes no responsibility for usage not in accordance with
this manual that results in illegal or improper use of the Modem-Propaq option.

Before You Connect the Modem-Propaq,You Need:

• Propaq CS, Propaq Encore, or Propaq 100 Series monitor with an ACUITY or
ACUITY-MODEM connector

• Monitor ac power adapter

• Modem with the MODEM-PROPAQ label
(programmed to call the Acuity Central Monitor)

• Modem ac power adapter

• Modem-Propaq Cable

• Telephone cable

• Access to a standard analog telephone outlet (connected to an outside line)

• Modem carrying case (optional)

Modem label

English

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Connect to Acuity

Prepare the Propaq

For a New Patient (Not Yet Monitored)

1.

Turn the Propaq power off and then on to clear any trend values or alarm limit
settings stored for a previous patient.

Warning

Before you use a Propaq on a new patient, always turn off the Propaq for a few
seconds, then turn it on again. This clears the prior patient’s trends and alarm limit
settings.

For a Patient Who Has Already Been Monitored

1.

To

save

this patient’s trend values and alarm limit settings, keep the Propaq
power on. When you connect to Acuity, the Propaq transfers up to five hours of
trend information to Acuity.

Connect Patient Sensors and Cables

At the Propaq

1.

Look carefully at all the cords and cables, especially near the connectors.
Replace any cord or cable that is broken, torn, or damaged.

Attach Propaq or Propaq telemetry paq sensors to the patient as described in

2.

the

Propaq CS Directions for Use, Propaq Encore Reference Guide, Propaq Reference

Guide, Protocol Cordless Reference Guide,

or

Acuity System Reference Guide.

If not already connected, plug the large connector of the Modem-Propaq Cable

3.

into the modem as shown on page 9. Make sure the two connector screws are
tight (tighten with a screwdriver if necessary).

4.

Plug the modem power adapter into the modem and electrical power outlet as
shown.

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Caution

Do not connect any power adapter to the modem except the power adapter designated for
the modem. Connecting a different power adapter could damage the modem.

Example

Monitor
Power
Adapter

Electrical
Power Outlet

Modem Power
Adapter

Telephone
Outlet

Telephone
Cable

English

Power
Switch

Modem-Propaq
Cable

EMI
Suppressor

Modem-Propaq Reference Guide 9

Plug the telephone cable into the telephone outlet and the modem as shown.

5.

Caution

Be sure to plug the telephone cable into a standard analog telephone line that allows access
to an outside line (the same type used in private homes). Plugging the telephone cable into
a digital telephone line (used for computer networks and most internal telephone systems)
could damage the modem. Contact your Biomedical Engineering Department for assistance.

Turn on the modem.

6.

7.

Plug the Modem-Propaq Cable into the Propaq ACUITY-MODEM connector.
Within a few seconds, the modem will automatically dial the Acuity telephone
number. Depending on the phone line quality, the connection may require a
few minutes.

Note

If the modem does not dial and connect to Acuity, unplug and plug in the Modem-Propaq
Cable at the ACUITY-MODEM connector.

At the Acuity Central Monitor

8.

Enter and confirm the patient’s ID information.
Enter a room number if required or desired. Be sure the room number is not

currently assigned to another patient. (For more information about the Acuity
Central Monitor, refer to page 16.)

At the Propaq or the Acuity Central Monitor

If you want to adjust the patient alarm limits, change them at the Propaq (using

9.

the Alarms Menu) or at the Acuity Central Monitor (using the Alarms Setup
Window).

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Temporarily Disconnect the Patient from Propaq, Then Reconnect

Disconnect all Propaq sensor cables from the patient.

1.

2.

At the Propaq, press keys to acknowledge and disable all Equipment Alerts.
Keep the Propaq turned on to save the patient’s trend information and alarm

3.

limit settings.

Reconnect the Patient to the Propaq

Reconnect the Propaq sensor cables to the patient.

1.

2.

If the Propaq displays CONFIRM PATIENT?, press

YES

.

English

Modem-Propaq Reference Guide 11

Temporarily Disconnect the Propaq from Acuity, Then Reconnect

From the Propaq Main Menu, press:

1.

• Propaq CS

• Propaq Encore

• Propaq 100 Series
Within a few seconds, disconnect the Modem-Propaq Cable from the Propaq

2.

ACUITY-MODEM connector.
Keep the Propaq turned on to save the patient’s trend information and alarm

3.

limit settings.

Reconnect Propaq to Acuity

Plug the Modem-Propaq Cable into the Propaq ACUITY-MODEM connector.

1.

Within a few seconds, the modem will automatically dial the Acuity telephone
number. Depending on the phone line quality, the connection may require a
few minutes.

2.

When the Propaq displays CONFIRM PATIENT?, press

NET OFF
SETUP, ACUITY, NET OFF
SYSTEM, NET OFF

YES

.

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Move the Patient to Another Location

Note

If a Propaq is not turned off, patient data remains stored in the Propaq monitor. When the
Propaq is reconnected to Acuity, it transfers up to five hours of numerical patient data to
Acuity.

Note

The modem is programmed to dial the Acuity telephone number when the Modem-Propaq
Cable is plugged into the Propaq. If you move the patient, consider whether you need to have
the modem programmed for a different phone number (for example, to add an area code for
a long-distance call). If modem reprogramming is needed, contact your Biomedical
Engineering department.

At the Propaq

1.

From the Main Menu, press:

• Propaq CS

• Propaq Encore

• Propaq 100 Series
Within a few seconds, disconnect the Modem-Propaq Cable from the Propaq

2.

ACUITY-MODEM connector.

3.

Turn off the modem and disconnect the modem ac power adapter from the
electrical outlet.

NET OFF
SETUP, ACUITY, NET OFF
SYSTEM, NET OFF

English

4.

Disconnect the modem telephone cable from the telephone outlet.
Leave the Propaq turned on. Disconnect the monitor ac adapter (if connected).

5.

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At the New Propaq Location

6.

Plug the modem power adapter into the electrical power outlet.

7.

Plug the modem telephone cable into the telephone outlet.
Turn on the modem.

8.

9.

Plug the Modem-Propaq Cable into the Propaq ACUITY-MODEM connector.
Within a few seconds, the modem will automatically dial the Acuity telephone
number. Depending on the phone line quality, the connection may require a
few minutes.

Note

If the modem does not dial and connect to Acuity, unplug and plug in the Modem-Propaq
Cable at the ACUITY-MODEM connector.

At the New Propaq Location or Acuity Central Monitor

10.

After connection, the Propaq and Acuity display CONFIRM PATIENT? Do one
of the following:

• Press

OR

• If the patient was previously assigned a room number, Acuity and the
Propaq display a
only the patient’s name. The Acuity Central Monitor then prompts for a
new room number.

to restore the patient’s name

YES

NEW ROOM

button. You can press

and

previous room number.

NEW ROOM

to restore

At the Acuity Central Monitor (if a New Room Number is Needed)

11.

Type the patient’s new room number into the Patient ID Setup Window.

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Discontinue Monitoring

1. From the Propaq Main Menu, press:

• Propaq CS NET OFF

• Propaq Encore SETUP, ACUITY, NET OFF

• Propaq 100 Series SYSTEM, NET OFF

2. Within a few seconds, turn off the Propaq.

3. Disconnect the Modem-Propaq Cable from the Propaq.

4. Disconnect all Propaq sensor cables from the patient.

English

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Acuity Central Monitor and Modem-Propaq Patients

This information describes how Acuity displays icons and windows for patients
linked to Acuity with the Modem-Propaq (Modem-Linked patients). For more
information about the Acuity System, refer to the Acuity System Reference Guide.

Acuity Map Icons Before the Patient ID is Entered

Before connection, gray port icons
representing unconnected Modem-Propaq
Acuity ports appear in a separate Modem­Linked Patients area on the Acuity Map.

During connection, the blue hour-glass icon
appears with @xxxx (xxxx is the port number

Unconnected
Modem-Propaq
port

A Modem-Propaq
is connecting at
Acuity port 1423

for that Modem-Linked Acuity port–such as
1423, for example).

After connection, the yellow ID icon appears
and Acuity displays the Modem-Linked
Patient ID Setup Window.

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