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Chapter
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Procedure Overview
Introduction
Location
Keyboard
Main
Menu Overview
Setting Screen Contrast
System
Pulmonary
Obtaining
Flow Sensors
Setup Menu
Sending
Function Test Procedure
a
Printout
and
Contents
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1.6
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Procedure
.
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--
/
General
Settings
1
Date
Time
1
Device
Norm values
1
Contrast
1
Print
User
1
Memory
etc.
L--
Overview
for
every
Insert new filterkcreen
Insert new sensor
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I
I
I
I
I
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Enter Patient Data
newpafient
(SP-20)
I
Repeat tests
or
I
(3
more times)
1
Make Measurements
P
1
I
Post-medication
tests
1
Switch
ON
2
Make
Settings preference
3
Insert new screen/filter
4
Calibrateunit
5
Enter patient
6
Select test
7
PressSTART
8
Patient Makes test
9
RessSTOP
10
Repeat
11
Display
12
PrintResult
13
Send
result
as
many
result
data
if
required
times
if
required (remembered
or
sensor
as
required
(Best,
or
best
two
when
+
unit switched
last printed)
ofl
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Introduction
TEST INDICATORS POWER
The SCHILLER SPIROVIT
SP-1
PAPER REEASE
INMCATORS
is
a stand-alone pulmonary function
CATCH
SYSTEM
INDICATORS
MSPUY
WINS
AN0
RS-232
tb
POTENTIAL
CONNECTOR
features
EauALlSAnONCONNECTORS
sting unit
four modes for the measurement of inspiratory andexpiratory values. The unit incorporates aliquid
crystal display
clear and comprehensive result analysis
is provided for msmission of
are
initiated
test being carried out and function
sensor disconnected, paper
and hygienic open pneumotacho sensor. Two sensors are available. The
to
instantly show the test results.
test
results to
via
an
easy to use keypad with dedicated test keys. Test indicators show the current
LEDs
tray
empty and paperjam. Measurements are
An
integral high quality thermal printer provides
in
anumber of different formats and
a
PC
with the
provide visual indication
SEMA
program.
for
an
RS-232
All
tests
functions such
made
with a lightweight
SP-20
open pneumotacho
interface
and settings
as
power,
sensor incorporates a disposable filter and is easily dismantled for cleaning and sterilisation. The
SP-150 sensor
the sensor after each use. The SP-1
has
a disposable, single patient sensor/fdter assembly eliminating the need to clean
has
the following features:
Direct function keys for measuring the following:
FVC
Forced Vital Capacity
SVC
Slow
Vital
Capacity
MVV
Maximum Voluntary Ventilation
MV
Expired or Minute Ventilation
Low weight and compact dimensions
Built-in rechargeable battery for mains-independent use
Selectable printing formats with integrated quality thermal printer
9
Patient memory for up
Choice
of
6
languages for display and printing
to
100
measurements (option)
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Location
As
with
all
The
unit
The
unit
The
unit
transformers
unit
and
Potential Equalisation
In certain
equipment. Connect the earth potential'equalisation
hospital common
frame. Note
same common ground. The part number of
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medical
should
units,
the following general
not
be
stored
or
rules
are
to
be
not&
operated in a wet, humid or dusty environment.
may not come into contact with acidic steams or liquids.
should not
the
circumstances
be
set up near radiology or diathermic systems, or near Iarge
or
electrical motors.
mains
supply
intederence
Ensure
is
maintained
can
that
a
minimum
be
caused by externai electrical equipment or
distance of 1 meter between the
connection
ground
or,
if
a
that
all
other electrical equipment
common
ground is
not
present,
in
close
proximity
the
potential equalisation cable is
to
should
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The unit can
connection
connected to the
battery capacity
the
mains
15
hours
A
fully
remain connected to the
Switching
The
SPIROVlT
be
operated from the
is
on the
mains
is
supply
by
to
be
fully
rear
of the unit. The
supply. A battery indicator lamp confirms
limited, the indicator flashes.
means of the supplied power cable. A totally discharged battery needs less than
recharged
(60%
mains
in less
or
from
mains
than
To
charged battery lasts approximately 7 hours of normal use
mains
supply without any danger of damage toeither the battery or the
On
and
Off
SP-1
is
switched on and off with the
the built-in rechargeable battery. The mains
indicator lamp
is
always lit when the unit
battery
operation. When the
recharge the battery, connect the apparatus
3
hours,
90%
in 6 hours).
(SP-1R
6
hours). The unit can
ON
and
OFF
keys.
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to
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Enter Lung Function Test Menu as designated
each measurement with STOP) unit
L
START;
Chapter
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end Switch Switch
off
unit on
I
Move Display
Stop Measurement
Display Menu options
Cursor
Start
Print Measurement
or
1
Measurement
Stop Printout
for
Enter Patlent Data
the indirect functions
Display Result
Change key to second function
Delete a character/delete last measurment
or
Escape
of
the test
1
Calibibrate unit
Enter menu option displayed
Pre and Post medication test
Battery Operation
Paper jam
or
confirm entry
/
Mains Connected'
Sensor not connected
or
no paper in paper tray
Post test being carried out
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Main
Menu
Memory
MTA Ident
Send
Setup
When a menu
to
move the cursor
enter field
use these keys
RIGHT
:/
. . . .
is
.
....
..c
is
displayed use these keys
UP
displayed e.g.
to
move the
Use
this
used the same
The
SP-1
has
a memory for up to
memory menu item
Display a previously recorded patient
.
To
.
Enter the name
(medical technical Assistant) is given on printouts. The users name
entered here,
needs updating when a new user takes over. See below.
When selected
interface (for example
the
delete a patient record
RS-232
protocol settings must
to:
of
the person carrying out the
is
remembered when the unit
all
recordings are
to
the
100
sent
SEMA
be
measurements. Select the
test.
The
MTA
is
switched
automatically
PC
storage program).
defined
in
the
off;
over the
Note
setup
menu before
it
name
only
RS-232
that
transmission.
See System Setup Menu following
I
WWN.
When
h4TA
Ident
cursor
LEn
key
to
display the main menu
as
the
ENTER
an
I
key
to
confii
When a menu
select highlighted menu option. When
is displayed e.g.
field
to
confm
as
above. When
entry and
is
displayed - press this key
entry and
an
enter field
to
exit field
h4TA
to
exit field
is
Ideat, use
displayed,
an
this
this
-.
to
enter
key
I
key
is
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Setting Screen Contrast
Setting
Change the contrast
Press the
and
Entering
Printed below certain keys on the keyboard
key once to enter the first
the third character.
The character is displayed on the screen
and move
Use
Press the
When an enuy field requires anumericai input e.g. date of
selected. When an entry field requires a letter input e.g. patient name, the letter keys are
automatically selected.
conversely a letter input required
number key enables
the
Contrast
of
the screen
ALT
key and the
MENU
DOWN
data
in
a field
character,
to
the
next character position.
the left and right cursor keys at any the to select a position
ENTER
key or the MENU key to
If
a numerical input is required for example in the patient name, or
in
this.
Therefore when entering
Operaring Elements
and
to
Entering
your preference
key together then change the contrast with the cursor keys
are
letters.
twice
to enter the second character, and three times to enter
as
entered.
the date
Press
confum
of
birth,
dam
Data
as
follows:
In
a
data
field (e.g.
the right cursor key to confm the entry
to
entry and exit the field.
birth,
the number keys are automatically
pressing the
ALT
MTA
Ident) press the
change that character.
key before the character/
UP
Chapter
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ALT
+
key = number input in character field
ALT
+
key = character input in number field
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Press this
option
key
Setup
to
Menu
key
or
to
change setting.
program
to
select highlighted menu
Press
the
settings and
exit
menu
i
.=-
\\
MENU
This menu option defmes
switched off) until overwritten. The settings are
User Ident
Measurement
all
the general
Use
this
operates
This
is how the
key toggle the options
Row
Row=lOop
Vol
settings.
to
enter the name of the consultant
the
unit
FVC
gmph is displayed and printed. With the
=
f(v0l)
=f(t)
All
enaies remain stored (even when the unit is
as
follows:
or
department
to
set a flow display of one of the following:
that
ENTER
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System Setup Menu (cont.)
This
Print
defines the format and content of the printout when the
key
is
pressed. The settings
are
as
follows:
\
Chapter
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PRINT
Device
STANDARD
NORMALS
UNITS
DATE
RACE
Graph
Time
Axis
Flow
graph
Volume
Diagnosis
Graph
PEF
Select
ALL
or
BEST
(measurements)
This
defines
the
time
axis
1-s
Set
to
ON
or
or
2Ws
OFF
-
gaph printed or not printed
Print the volume graph - select
Diagnosis
printed
or
not printed -select
Peak Expiratory flow calculation - select litred
min or litredsecond
Set
to
'International' for
all
countries outside the USA and Canada or
to 'American' for USA and Canada
The
diagnosis
value standards are given at the end
is
based on the standard defrned here. The Normal
of
this
section- 'Diagnosis
Norm Value Tables'
cm
/
kg
PF,
Set
to
:
cm
/
kg PC,
Set the order of the date to month
y
ear-month-day
inch / Ib. /OF
-
day - year,
NONE (no race); recommended for Europe,
W/B
(White/ Black) for
C/H/B/A (Caucasian
all
countries outside the
/
Hispanic / Black / Asian) for USA and Canada
of
the
graph
YES
day
-
month - year or
USA
and Canada
or
-
set
NO
YES
to
or NO
and
The standards and
(Diagnosis and
of
effect
page)
race
Norm
Values are detailed at the end
Norm
Values).
on
results is detailed in the Patient data (see following
LANGUAGE This defines the language on the printout and menu smcture. Set to
Clock
RS-232
English, German, French,
Set the time and date
The
Baud rate and parity setting (Noloddeven) can be stored.
Italian,
The following table shows typical setup combinations.
The
dividual
setting
Spanish, or Portuguese
iohl
IblF
of
for
race,
this section
and
the
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The
1.
2.
The relevant keyboard lamp
display
The coordinates represent the
in
litres
Function
test
method for
Calibrate
At
If
When
Press the
as
shown
being represented on the vertical
the
FVC, SVC,
the
unit
THE
the beginning
the sensor
is
a
siNicant
function
FVC
SVC
MVV
MV
in
this
example for
Test Procedure
MVV
and
MV
UNIT
of
changed
ternmature or
test key
lights
graph
MUST
each
day
and the corresponding coordinate presentation appears on the
FVC
on
which
BE
mssure
the curve
axis
and the time in seconds
test
is
the same.
Proceed
CALIBRATED
difference
will
be
drawn
occurs
with
on
as
follows:
the respiratory volume
the horizontal
axis.
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the START key
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The
flow
sensor must be
least one second before
The message
volume counter graph for
sensor,
the display. The break-off point for the expiration measurement
the Stop key
4.
Press the
5.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 until three measurements have
Note:
"READY
the
unit
is
STOP
Ifthe Start
measurements are stored.
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held
quite
and
after the
FOR
MEASUREMENT'
the
value.
begins to
pressed).
record
the expiratory
key on completion
key
is again pressed (a founh
Procedure
still
and
no
air
should
START
key
is
pressed
appears
As
soon
as
the
patient
flow.
The corresponding curve
of
the
test.
or
more times), only the best three
(cont.)
be
breathed into the device
on
the display together with a
starts
to
breathe into the flow
is
reached automatically (or
been
taken.
Chapter
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for
at
is
represented on
I
When American
deviation
measurements
Following a series
the
last
test
printed graphical dong with
The table of the best measurements can
Definition
In accordance with the
defined
The measurement table (on the printout and on the display) gives the highest individual measurements (e.g.
last recording made. This is true for all parameters except the folIowing which are
the highest
'
as
FEFo.2.
EEF,%.75%
FEF,,%.,S%
standards
(as
stipulated by the
is
not greater than
of
made (which may
of
Best
the highest value from the calculation:
Best
=
FVC + FEVl
FVC,
FEV1,
FVC
+
1.2
are stipulated,
patient measurements the best two results are recorded and stored along
or
may
a
table of
ATS
Spirometry Standard
SVC,
MVV
FEVl
value:
the
message
American
2OOml
Thorasic Society) between
or
5%.
not
be
one of the
the
best individual measurements (from
also
be displayed on
etc.) from
the
"ATS
criteriamet" appears on the printout
the
best and second best
best
three). These three results can then be
these
the
screen.
(11
November
two
best recordings
19941,
the
best recordings
as
defined above, and the
three
based
if
with
results).
are
soleIy on
FEFZ5
'
FEF,,
FEF,,%
%?%
and
when loop graph selected:
ERV
IRV
*Tv
the
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Pulmonary Function
Displaying
Press
.
the
measurement table is displayed for the
the
Results
RESULT
Key
Test
in Tabular
after
a
measurement,
Procedure (cont.)
Form
or
series
of
measurements have been
test
mode
(as
indicated by the test lamp)
as
follows:
made.
A
FVC
svc
..
;
MV
The display gives the measured values and the predicted values (calculated from the entered patient
The predicted values
The result displayed is in accordance with
parameter,
from the
When subsequent
measurement column.
It
can
happen that
Measurement
three
tests
the
bestlVC value
2.
can
only
tests recorded.
are
made,
Press
the
be
calculated when the patient
ATS
recommendations and is the best resultfor
the
result with the highest
MENU
Key to return
is
taken from Measurement 1 and the best FEVl value is taken from
data
has
been entered.
value
will
always
to
the graphic display.
be
saved and given in the
data).
each individual
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Press
The following
The patient
is
data
given:
after
taking
all
measurements.
The selected norm values
The
date
of
last calibration
The number of tests stored. If more than
three
tests
are
made the figure given in brackets
indicates the total number of tests wries out The number of post tests stored, and the total
number of post test made are given in
opposite, a
The
value
The diagnostic statement
The
FVC
and
is
within
MTA
identification
total
of
5
tests were canied out and a total of 6 post tests.
FEVl variation
2oOml
or
in
5%
the message
(if
enabled
the
same manner after the slash. In
ml
between the best and second best measurements.
'ATS
criteria
met'
is
printed.
in
Settings menu)
the
example given
The user identification
The date and
The software version and the
bottom
The second section
the test results presented
values
the graph of the best test or the curves for
16).
other curves and
time
of
the printout
installed
of
this
page.
of
the printout comprises:
as
a
table
as
a
percentage of the predicted.
data
dependent on test made
options
giving the
all
(M
=
memory) are also indicated
best
values, the predicted values and
three
tests depending on selection
at
(
see
the
the
If
this
best
page
The Graphs of the measurements are given on the subsequent page(s). Note
and the
ERV
values
are
only given
if
Inspiration
is
taken with the
FVC
test and if Loop is selected
in for measurement (see system setup menu).
that
the
FIVC
values
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Forced
For
Note:
To
Vital
this
Capacity (FVC)
test
the
patient must exhale
Test
as
quickly
as
possible
The FVC test employs the "Back extrapolation" method.
(>0.15
lim
or
5%
of
FVO,
is too large
carry
out
the
test
for Forced
Vital
Capacity
then a waming appears
0,
from
press
key
the time of
If
"FVC"
coordinate presentation appears on the display
The patient must exhale
understands what
be
immediately followed by a
is
required
as
quickly
as
of
him.
If inspimtory
maximum
possible &om the time
measurements
of
starring
are
required, the exhaiation can
inhalation. The inspimion results will
printout.
Before initiating a printout
previously. Press the
Slow
Vital
PRINT
Capacity (SVC)
key to
obtain
Test
ensure that the
if
printout
as
seuings
defined.
of
the
FVC
Test,
The patient should breathe normally 3 times and then inhale maximally
then exhale maximally. Make
parameters
instructions for all replaceable modules. along with
given
that
are
initial
fault diagnosis chan
charts
fault
is
stated,
should
and
in
Chapters
be
simple
to
use
will
quickly and efficiently identify
designed
and
finding
.b
setfinpup
so
that
procedures
the
first
checked
4
and
on the following pages
charts
should indicate the most likely faulty area. When more
module given is the one most
in
the order given. When a module
of
5.
test
equipment
is
provided
the module
and
simple to
derailing
may
SCHILLER
SERVICE
is
kept
service:
a
to
the
service phiIosophy
toprovide fault-finding
fault
to a specific module. Fault-finding
a
minimum.
all the general fault indications.
to
indicate a
likely
faulty
area or module.
to contain the fault. Other modules
has
been replaced specific test
be applicable. The removal
any
setup or check
procedures
SP-1
HANDBOOK
Use
Issue
of
the
the fault
In
than
and
replacement
required,
Spirometry
2
Jury
1998
SP-
most
one
are
Unit
If the initial fault-finding
settings
and
parameters
that
chart
does
notindicate the
have been entered.
If
area
where the fault exists, re-check all the
these
are
correct, check the software.
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Fault
Diagnosis
Chart
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3
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General
The procedure detailed here
boardhas been replaced. It
equipment
1
functional
information
relevant
To
carry
1.
Connect
2.
Switch the unit
and the welcome Screen
3.
Carry out the Printer Check
4.
Connect flow
5.
Carry out calibration
6
Carry out the
7.
Switch the unit
the battery.
8.
Disconnect the
unit on battery power for approximately
the
Check
User
out
battery has limited capacity (not before
Procedures
in
the factory) but
areas.
The
instructions
is
required
ManuaI
the general
mains
(general seaings, comprehensive menu guides em.) please refer
for
power
on
by pressing the
sensor
EEPROM
off
and leave connected
mains
is
a
general confidence check
isnotam
is
functional
intended
to
given
the
software
SP-1
functional check
to
the
unit
version
and
<ON>
is
displayed.
detailed
to
the
sensor
procedure
check detailed
and switch
in
connector
as
detailed in this chapter
the
unit
here
ensure
in
the unit
test (whichcan
provide ageneral confidence check
are
guides
to
the basic
applicable.
procedure,
that
key
on
this
chapter
on
in
this
chapter
to
the mains supply for
on.
Ensure that
an
hour. Ensure that the battery
45
minutes).
proceed
the
green
the keyboard.
the
side panel and switch on.
the
only
mains
Ensure
10
Battery
after
an
be
carriedout with
functions.
as
follows:
LED
lights.
that
hours or more
LED
internal module
dedicated
in
all
the major
If more
operating
the LCD lights
to
charge
is
lit. Run the
LED
flashes when
SP-
to
or
the
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3.4
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Unit
2
July
as
I998
follows:
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Chapter
3
Fault Diagnosis
Last calib.
BTPS
Factor
Calib. Factor
Temperature
Measured
Syringe
Vol.
Vol.
23.1
1.090
1
.ooo
20
0.00
4.00
1.95
"C
I
I
IMPORTANT
THE
UNIT
MUST BE CALIBRATED
OF
THE DAY, AFTER EVERY SIGNIFICANT TEMPERATURE CHANGE OR
CHANGING
Last Calibration
BTPS
THE
SENSOR.
date of last calibration
Factory calculated
Saturated with water vapour) value.
difference in inhaled and exhaled humidity.
measuring exhaled volume
when inhaled volume is measured
ambient temperature to calculate the
for accurate
WITH
THE
FIRST
BTPS
(=>
Body Temperature, Ambient Pressure,
(100%
humidity, Temp 36.8"), and
this
FIVC
calculation. The formula used
PULMONARY FUNCTION
This
value
compensates for the
The
unit
factor
is
applied.
BTPS
factor.
This
is
as
is
set
for
The
SP-
is sufficient
follow:
TEST
AFTER
so
1
uses
Calibration Factor
Temperature
Measured Volume
Syringe Volume
273.15
+
BTPS
=
0.033
+
273.15
Tu
is
ambient temperature degrees centigrade
0.033
is
273.15
equivialent
is
degrees absolute
to
760mmHg
36.8
+
Tu
at
22 degrees
C
calculated value between measured and effective calibration
volume
ambient temperature in
air
volume measured by the system from the calibration pump
entered
air
volume depending on the size
times the
air
was pumped through
times amounts
pump is
4
litres;
to
6
litres
with
"C
(or
OF)
dependent on device setting
the
sensor, e.g. pumping 2 litres 3
(the
recommended volume with
3
litre
pump, 6 litres)
of
the calibration pump and
a
2
air
litre
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Calibration
Calibration
To
calibrate
Connect the calibration pump
Press the
The cursor
Press
ENTER
Wait 1 second.
Press the
Pump
4
Note:
While pumping, the unit records the volume being pumped
it on the display.
Make
Press the
Enter the pumped
litres).
The message "Calibration completed"
to
(cont.)
Procedure
the
unit proceed
CAL
key - the menu
is
positioned
when the correct temperature entered
START
to
6
litres
sure
STOP
the calibration pump and times
Press
ENTER.
obtain a printout
as
follows:
to
the sensor. Ensure
is
displayed
at
temperaaxe. Enter the ambient temperature
key
of
air
through
that
thejlow sensor
the'sensor
key when finished pumping.
air
volume at syringe volume prompt (depending on the size
of
the calibration report with the following information:
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that
there
are
no
air
leaks
as
shown on the previous page
is
kept still during the pumping operation.
of
pumping; i.e.
appears
through
a
on
the
flow
sensor
2
lirre pump pumped 3 times
the display, press the
SP-I
Spirometry Unit
and indicates
of
=
6
PRINT
key
2
July
I998
L
Page
Ifthe message
that
the difference between the measured volume andthe entered volume is
the
temperature sening, the syringe volume andthe entered syringe volume. rfthese are all correct
'EXCESSNE DEVMTION!
change the screedfilter and recalibrate
3.6
'appears
on
the screen after a calibration,
too
big
it
indicates
(>25%).
Check
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Service Screen
To
check
the printer
To
carry
out
the
printer
Unit
2
July
and
I998
to
emure
check
press:
that
every
pixel is
operational,
a
built-in
printer
test
Fault
is
provided.
Chapter
Diagnosis
3
MENU
then press the
The following Menu options
LCD
EEPROM
RS-232
PRINTER
SENSOR
These are explained
following
on
keys simultaneously, in
the
following
key
ALT
are
then
-
given:
pages
select
MENU
<SETUP,
the
order given:
-PRE/POST
<DEVICE>
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Service
LCD
EEPROM
RS-232
The following error messages
are
SERIAL
Screen
(cont.)
Check
Select
LCD
from
the
All
characters
screen
Press
any key. The designation
screen.
Return
pixels
All
keys
to
the
are
displayed. Select more characters with the up and down arrow keys.
can
be
can
service
service menu (page
checked
this
written
be
checked
menu by pressing the
m
way
this
7)
on
the key
way.
MENU
Check
Select EEPROM
The message 'EEPROM Working' is displayed.
On successful completion of the
Return
to
from
the
service
manu
(page
test
the
message 'EEPROM
the service menu by pressing the
7)
MENU
Check
are
associated with the
displayed,
carry
LINK
out the checks suggested.
TIME-OUT
This
indication appears
remote unit
(after
is
displayed on the right hand side of
key
okay'
is displayed
key
RS
Interface. If any
if
approximately
no
of
these error messages
signal
is
received
30
seconds).
All
from
(3
the
\
>
the
TRANSMISSION ERROR
NO
DATA
0
Check
that
the remote unit is switched on and set
correct parameters
0
Check the correct setup
0
Check that the connecting cable
0
Check the integrity of the cable assemblies (at both
units)
0
If
using a modem ensure
the remote modem
This
is
a
general fault indication
Check
that
0
cmect parameters
0
Check that the connecting cable
0
Check the integrity of the cable assemblies (at both
the remote unit is switched on and set
in
both units
that
it
is
is
correctly plugged in
communicating with
is
correctly plugged
units)
0
Ifusing amodem, ensure
the
remote modem
A
transnission
the
units'
and attempt the transmission again. If the
appears, change the processor board.
has
been
memory. Store a measurement in the memory
that
it
is
communicating with
attempted, but
no
data
same
is
stored
message
to
to
the
i
the
in
in
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1998
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3
Service
RS-232
When
changed
The test uansmission I test reception options enables
Use these test options to ensure that the receiving and transmitting
the
The test message generated
the
unit are displayed
indicating that a test transmission
To perform these tests, you will need a second
connected to
95TM.
Screen
(cont.)
Check
RS-232
cable assemblies, connectors etc. between
test
The following equipment
A
personal computer
is
by
pressing the
selected,
the
screen
START
is
asuing of
key
transmission I reception option
on
the LCD in the receiving unit.
is
in progress.
an
active terminal, for example the
is
needed:
(PC)
with Windows
shows
and
the parity by pressing the
all
ASCII
is
selected,
the Baud
rate
a
test
sequence to
the
communicating
and the parity.
characters - ABCD....
the
string
of
In
the transmitting unit amessage
SP-1
unit, or the
Hyperterminal,
95TM
Hyperterminal
PRINT
be
units
units
characters
SP-1
RS-232
which
is
installed.
The
Baud rate
can
be
key.
generated and received.
can
communicate and that
are
good.
12
34....
abcd...
etc.
When
sent by
the
transmitting
is
displayed
interface
has
to
be
available under Windows
An
1.
RS-232
SP-1
and
Start
cable assembly,
with the
an
COM
adapter DB
from Windows
Art.
port
of the
9
I
DB
25,
Art.
95
desktop. Click on
Hyperterminal.
2.
Double-click on Hypertrm(.exe). Enter
OK.
No.
PC.
No.
2.310 159.
This
assembly consists of a cable,
2.100 552.
the
for connecting the
START.
name
Select Programs I Accessories
SP-1
for the new connection
RS-232
Art.
interface on the
No.
2.310 094
I
and
click on
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3.
4.
Screen
Set
the
Enter the port settings
(cont.)
direct connection
to
the proper COM-port
19200,8,
N,
1,
Hardware
and
click
OK.
and cont-irm with OK..
P
Page
3.10
5.
You
are now
6.
Go
to tab Settings and
7.
Click
on ASCII
in
the
SP-1
Setup.
Hyperterminal window. Click on File
set
Terminal keys.
Auto
detect
and
and
500
buffer lines.
select Properties.
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Service
SP-I
Spirometry Unit
HANDBOOK
Screen
8.
Check the boxes for "Send line ends with line feeds",
"Wrap lines that exceed terminal width". Confum with
horizontal white line. Examine the printout for evenness
detectedtheprintermustbereplaced.
at the bottom), it indicates that the printer &pent
dark,
check the
to
light
for a long
7)
is
given. Ensure that the temperature reading
still
in
the Printer
menu by pressing the
strok
adjustment.
period,
or
THE
'SHELF
INDEFINTIE. OLD
STORED
THAT
ADVERSELY
RECOMMENDED
IN
HAS
LIFE'
A COOL
BEEN
EFFECT
service
MEMJ
all
poor
OF
PAPER, PAPER
EXPOSED
TO USE
key
the
lines
are
If
the printoutis uneven (for example darker
Also
check the
quality
paper
THE
PRINTER PAPER
DAMP
FREE ENVIRONMENT,
TO EXCESSIVE HEAT
THE
QUALITY
ORIGINAL
screen)
even and uninterrupted. Any faulty print-head
can
THAT
is
ambient
-
a
test printout is given.
is
not
pap,
old
all
adversely effect the print
HAS
OF
THE
SCHILLER PAPER.
k
5
of
print.
correct.
If
the printout
paper, paper that has
IS
NOT
NOT
BEEN
OR PAPER
CAN
PIUNT.
degrees.
IT
IS
Print
Head Alignment
The print head tension (the pressure that the print head exerts on the printer paper)
two spring exerting pressure on the print head: the print head tension cannot be adjusted. Similarly
print head alignment is fixed and cannot be adjusted.
alignment is not correct change the paper tray
from the current detector and limiter circuit on the
(2
kHz).
data
in.
(to
audio amplifer).
data
in - serial
Strobe.
print head
(video / VGA output).
encoded).
data
from
the
of
the LCD.
data
(History
keyboard to
the
enable).
CPU.
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8.4
KONV
LA
LCA
LCDAS
Convert
from the ECG Amplifier..
Left
Liquid crystal address - enable.
LCD Address
Ann.
-
this
signal
initiates
Strobe.
the conversion of the incoming signal
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Glossary
8
LCDKONT
LCDW
LD 1,2,3,4
LDS
LED
(0..3)
LEDB
LEDMAINS
LOE
LP
RAM
LS
LWE
M
MCLK
MOD
LCD
contrast
backlight power
LCD
Write.
Lower LCD
Lower
Operate
Batmy
Signal indicating
keyboard.
Lower output enable
Line synctronisation.
Lower output enable
Lower Write Enable - control signal for
LCD
connol
Motor
Control signal from the battexy charging circuit
-
sets
the
-18
V
voltage level (from
is
data
signals
data.
smk.
to
generated)
the
and
LED
indicators on the keyboard.
LED.
mains
connected - to opeme LED indicator on the
-
control signal for static
-
control signal for
signal derived from FLM.
Clock
-
speed control for the printer motor.
thus the contrast
Ram.
static
RAM.
Static
which
Ram.
the
of
the screen.
LCD
MOFF
MON
Nw?z
NMI
OFF
PDS
PM
PMAFX
PMPON
PMNEG
PMPOS
PWM
QmG
RA
Motor
off.
Motor On - Printer motor enable signal.
Mains
supply.
Non-maskable interrupt
activated by the reset button.
Off signal from the
Control signal derived from FLM (unity waveform
frequency).
Paper mark signal.
Paper mark detection signal.
Pacemaker detection pulse.
Pacemaker negative
Pacemaker positive - indicates the leading edge of a pacemaker pulse.
Pulse
Width Modulation
QRS
trigger - output
Right
Arm.
-
interrupt for
OFF
key
to
-
indicates the Wing edge of a pacemaker pulse.
signal.
U47
(Schiller gate
switch off the power supply.
1/2
array)
FLM
RAS
RES
Row address strobe.
Reset.
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8
Glossary
Acronyms
RESLCDI
RESP
RTS
RXD
RIW
SC(0..8)
SCINV
SI
so
SP..
SRAM
STRB
112
Resets / darkens the
Error
reset
signal
Ready
to
send - ougoing
Receive
Read I Write
System control bus
Screen inversion.
Serial in.
Serial output from the CPU
Spirometry control and
Static
Timing signals for printer control.
data
RAM
LCD.
to
inactivate
-
incoming
-
memory.
the
serial
data,
serial
data
CPU control signals.
to
the
data
signals.
SERVICE
LCD.
handshake with
ECG
ampmer
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via
opto isolators.
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SYSEN
TGATE
TM
TPC
TPCLK
TPD
TPDUR
TPCSEL
TPL
TPRES
TPSO&I
m
System enable
will not work if
Gate
pulse for programmable timer.
signal.
Thermal printer temperature - dc voltage from the print head, pulse
width modulation
Thermal printer clock.
active when loading a line of printer
Thermal printer clock
Thermal printer
Thermal printer duration
the ambient temperature of the pht
print head.
the optical interface, from the ECG Amplifier.
Pixel information.
Shift clock for XDn.
Frame synchronisation.
LCD
off.
Baseline reset (on the ECG amplifier) from the processor.
-
(video / VGA output).
data
to the CPU sent over
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ExpIanation
of
Measured Values
Forced
quickest possible exhalation
Forced expiratory volume.
0.5,
Forced
flow
(FVC)
flow
(FVC)
flow
(FVC)
flow
(expiratory)
1.0
or
3
seconds
Expiratory Flow Respiratory.
lung volumes measured
speed of the expired
speed
of the
speed
of
the expired
speed of the expired
WC)
flow speed of
the
WC)
averaged flow between
capacity
Vital
Capacity.
after
Lung
forced expiration.
in
lim
air
by
expired
expired
0.2
air
by
air
by
air
by
air
by
and
Volume achieved by the
a
volume
per
25
75
25%
50%
75%
1.2
to
litres
maximal
second.
to
inhalation.
in
litres, measured after
Flow
in
75%
of
the forced vital capacity
85%
of
the
of
the
forced vital capacity
of
the
forced
of
the
forced
of
the forced expired vital
terms
of
differing
forced vital capacity
vital
capacity
vital
capacity
..
Peak Expiratory
Maximal
flow
Expiratory
speed
of
the expired
Flow
Flow
air
by
25%
WC)
flow
speed of the expired
(FVC)
flow speed
(FVC)
Expiratory Reserve Volume.
from
Inspiratory Reserve Volume.
from the normal inspiration level
Tidal Volume.
respiration
Slow
expiration following a deep inspiration
of
the expired
the normal expiration level
Expirational and inspirational volumes during normal
Vital
Capacity.
air
by
50%
air
by
75%
Possible further expiration
Possible further inspiration starting
Lung volume measured from a complete
of
the forced vital capacity
of the forced vital capacity
of the forced vital capacity
starting
.
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Measured
Expired
minute
Maximum
can
as
or
measured over a
be
moved on expiration while breathing
possible
Values
Minute Ventilation.
(cont.)
minimum
Voluntary
Ventilation.
Volume
of one
of
expired
minute
Maximum volume of
as
deeply and
air
in
litres per
air
as
which
rapidly
Chapter
8
Glossary
RR
m
FIVC
ml.0
FIV
FIV
PIF
,/FIVC
,,/FvC
Respiration Rate
Forced Mid-expiratory Flow
25%
and
75%
points
of the
Forced Inspiratory Vital Capacity.
between a
forced
forced inspiratory
percentage
forced inspiratory
percentage
Peak Inspiratory Flow.
maximal
inspiratory
of
of
expiration and a maximal inspiration
air
volume
air
volume measured
forced inspiratory vital capacity
air
volume
forced expiratory
Time.
MC
in
litres measured in the
measured
vital
Maximum inspiratory flow speed
second
Maximum Inspiratory Flow.
flow speed by
50
%
of
Maximum inspiratory flow
the
forced inspiratory vital capacity
Time difference between the
Inspiration volume achieved
first
second
in
the first second
in
the first second
as
as
a
a
capacity
in
litres
in
litres
/
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Index
A
Acronyms
B
Battery Charge Voltage
BatteryPack
Best
Board
BTPS
C
Calibration Factor
Calibration
Changing the filter
Changing
CheckRocedures
Clock
Component Location
CPU and Processing Circuits
D
Definition
Device
Diagnosis
Displaymg the results
usedin
1.11
Removal & Replacement
3.5
the
1.9
of
1.9
Chart
the
4.10
Procedure
SP-20
Flow
Sensor
3.4
Best
1.11
3.3
AT-1
5.7
3.5
3.6
Flow Sensor
SP-150
MK
11-1 5.6
in tabular
8.3, 8.4, 8.5, 8.6, 8.7
MK
11-1 4.13
1.16
1.16
2.4
form
1.12
’\
.,
I_
h.
E
Environmental
Exploded View
Conditions
4.8
7.3
F
Fault Diagnosis
Flow
Sensor
Flow
Sensor
Functional Overview
FVC
8.8
3.1
SP-150 1.16
SP-20
1.16
2.2
G
General Check
Glossary
Procedures
8.1
3.4
K
Keyboard
1.5, 4.15
L
Location
1.4
M
MainMenu
Measured Volume
Memory
Menu Overview and Setup
Module Removal and Replacement
MotorSpeed
MTA
Ident
1.6
3.5
1.6, 2.4
1.6
2.5
1.6
4.1
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Output
1.6
4.7
P
PaperMark
Paper Mark Detector Adjustment
PartNumbers
Parts List
Physical Overview
Post-Medication Tests
Potential Equalisation
Power
Power Supply
Print
Print Head Alignment and Print Head Tension
Printer Removal
PrinterTbing
ProgramMemory
Proprietary Test Equipmentltools 5.4
Protection class
Pulmonary Function Test Procedure