PAMSysTM User’s Manual © 2017 BioSensics LLC January 1st, 2017 Version 2.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Welcome to PAMSys........................................................................................................................... 3 Introduction........................................................................................................................................ 3 Intended Use ..................................................................................................................................... 3 Components of Your System.......
Introduction Welcome to PAMSys Introduction Thank you for purchasing PAMSys. PAMSys uses advance signal processing algorithms and novel biomechanical models of human motion to identify a complete physical activity map of the user from data measured by a single, lightweight, wearable motion sensor. This User’s Manual will help you familiarize yourself with PAMSys and get you up and running in no time.
Introduction PAMSys Options BioSensics offers the following variations of PAMSys: PAMSys-X™: Synchronized monitoring of multiple body segment movements. PAMSys-ECG™: Synchronized long-term co-monitoring of physical activity, heart rate and heart rate variability using a 3-lead electrocardiogram. PAMSys with GPS: Synchronized monitoring of physical activity and GPS signal. PAMSys with Gyroscope: Synchronized monitoring of physical activity and continuous tri-axial accelerometer and tri-axial gyroscope data.
Introduction FCC Compliance Information Changes or modifications not expressly approved by BioSensics, LLC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Getting Started Getting Started Software Installation At this time, PAMWare is only available for Windows. 1. Download the installation files from the link or CD provided to you. 2. If you have a 32-bit version of Windows, double click PAMWareInstaller v1.x.x 32Bit.exe to run the PAMWare Installer. If you have a 64-bit version of Windows, double click PAMWareInstaller v1.x.x 64Bit.exe to run the PAMWare Installer.
Getting Started Charging Each PAMSys motion sensor is equipped with a rechargeable lithium battery. The sensor’s battery life is approximately 7 days. When recharging, please use only the supplied charging unit. If the sensor unit is powered off the units will still be charging. If the sensor unit is powered on, the charger indicator will light up, indicating that the sensor unit has been correctly plugged in. During recharging, the charger indicator is steady orange.
Data Collection Data Collection Sensor Placement (on the body) Single sensor configuration The PAMSys motion sensor can be affixed to the body with either the provided chest strap or a PAMSys shirt (sold separately). BioSensics recommends placing the motion sensor in the chest strap or PAMSys shirt the same way each time it is worn; preferably with the PAMSys logo facing forward and the arrow pointing to the person’s left (see picture below).
Data Collection For PAMSys-X, the multi-sensor configuration must first be synchronized before beginning to record data. Press the Reset/Power button on the front face to power each of the five sensors, with the CHEST sensor being turned on last. The LED will quickly blink orange when the sensor is on. Once all the sensors are on, the CHEST sensor briefly shows a red light, then they will attempt to sync amongst each other.
Data Collection Data Transfer Recorded data is transferred to a computer using the USB cable provided with each purchase of PAMWare. First, connect the sensor to the computer using the USB cable. After plugging in the sensor for the first time, the appropriate software drivers will be automatically installed.
Data Collection After clicking on this folder, each subfolder corresponds to one measurement. The subfolders are named automatically according to the following convention: ‘IDxxxx-Myyy’, where ‘xxxx’ is the unique ID of the PAMSys motion sensor and ‘yyy’ is the measurement number. Within each subfolder, each file contains an hour-long segment of the recorded data. The measured data can be analyzed and plotted using the PAMWare.
Data Analysis Data Analysis Loading Data Run PAMWare to open and visualize data collected with your PAMSys motion sensor. Click the open button to locate the subfolder for the data you want to load (e.g., ‘IDxxxx-Myyy’). Next press the ‘Load’ button to load the raw data. A small window will appear to input the approximate date and time when the measurement was started. The PAMSys sensor does not have a clock; it only knows time elapsed from the start of each new measurement. PAMSys User’s Manual V2.
Data Analysis Analyzing Data To analyze the data properly PAMWare must know the orientation of the sensor and a start time when the user was standing still and upright. PAMWare can detect sensor orientation and start time automatically or you can input this information manually; select ‘Automatic’ or ‘Manual’ before clicking the ‘Analyze’ button. If ‘Manual’ is selected, a new window will appear where you can select the sensor orientation and start time.
Data Analysis Sleep To view the analysis of lying data, including sleep quality and lying posture, click the ‘Sleep’ button at the bottom of the ‘Data Visualization’ pane. A new ‘Sleep Analysis’ pane will appear with two sections: (1) Sleep Analysis and (2) Lying Position. Sleep quality is determined by the amount of movement, or restlessness, collected by the sensor during periods of sleep. The greater the number reported, the better the quality of sleep.
Data Analysis Analysis section shows the number of walking and running episodes, the total number of steps taken across all episodes and the maximum number of steps taken in an episode of walking and running. Additionally 10th, 50th and 90th percentiles for steps taken and average cadence are reported over all the episodes. You can switch between walking and running by clicking on the ‘Walking’ or ‘Running’ radio buttons.
Specifications Specifications Condition Specification Waterproof rating IPX7 Sampling Frequency 50 Hz Accelerometer ± 2g Motion Sensor Size 3.5 cm x 3.5 cm x 1.5 cm Motion Sensor Weight 24 grams (0.85 oz) Storage Temperature -30 to 50 degrees C Operating Temperature 10 to 40 degrees C Battery Life 200 hours (upgradeable to 340 hours) Bluetooth Radio Bluetooth v4.1, Class II, FCC ID: 2AA5HPM002 Certifications ISO 13485:2016 FCC ID: 2AA5HPM002 IC ID: 22184-PM002 PAMSys User’s Manual V2.
Support Additional Resources and Support Help and support are available from 9am to 5pm Monday through Friday (Eastern Standard Time). Please contact us at: E-mail: support@biosensics.com Telephone: 1-888-589-6213 BioSensics, LLC 42 Pleasant St. Suite 2 Watertown, MA 02472 DISCLAIMER: The PAMSys platform and algorithms for physical activity measurement are protected by U.S. Patent No. 8,206,325, and other patents pending.
