EXHIBIT L – User Manual Addendum for Radio FCC ID# PGU3021-100
UPDATE Propaq CS® Directions For Use Update for Software Version 3.4X Keep this update in the back pocket of your manual.
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Contents About this Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 General Warnings and Cautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Understanding the Propaq CS, Acuity, and the FlexNet Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 The Acuity Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About this Update This Update describes the operation of the Propaq® CS monitor (software version 3.40) with the Acuity® FlexNet™ network. It describes both the Acuity hardwired and wireless communication options for the Propaq CS monitor. Use the Acuity System in compliance with the instructions in this Update, the Propaq CS Directions for Use, the Acuity System Reference Guide, and accepted hospital and clinical protocols.
Caution Accessory equipment connected to the analog and digital interfaces must be certified according to the respective IEC standards (e.g., EN 60950 for data processing equipment and EN 60601-1 for medical equipment). Furthermore, all configurations shall comply with the system standard IEC 601-1-1.
Understanding the Propaq CS, Acuity, and the FlexNet™ Network The Propaq CS monitor can communicate with an Acuity® Central Station as part of Welch Allyn’s FlexNet network. FlexNet allows multiple devices to communicate through hardwired Ethernet networks and Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs). The Acuity Central Station provides central patient monitoring for monitoring devices connected to the network. As shown below, the Propaq CS can communicate through a hardwire Acuity connection.
While connected to the network, the Propaq CS sends patient data to Acuity. Acuity continuously analyzes the data and provides appropriate alarm or alert messages at the Central Station and other network devices such as a hallway message panel or the Propaq CS itself. Acuity also stores the patient data for viewing or report printing. If the Wireless Propaq CS is moved out of range or loses communication with the FlexNet network and Acuity, it continues to monitor the patient and display patient data.
The Acuity Menu The Acuity Menu on the Propaq CS allows you to control some of the interaction with the Acuity network. The Acuity Menu is only accessible while the monitor is connected to the Acuity network. The Acuity Menu for the Wireless Propaq CS provides additional functions that allow you to manage the patient assignment and patient location from the monitor. These functions are described later in this document.
Hardwired Connection to Acuity Connect the Monitor to the Acuity System 1. If the Propaq CS monitor has already been connected to the patient, save the patient’s Trends and Alarm Limit settings by keeping the monitor turned on. The monitor transmits up to five hours of trend information when you connect it to the Acuity network. If the monitor has not been connected to the patient, clear any prior patient’s trends and alarm limit settings by turning off the monitor, then turning it on after a few seconds.
Note When a Propaq CS monitor in Adult or Pediatric Mode is connected to an Acuity System, the audible alarms at the bedside Propaq CS monitor can be delayed up to 4 minutes and 15 seconds. The delay time is selected in Acuity software at the time of Acuity installation. Visual alarm indications are not delayed. Disconnect the Hardwired Monitor from the Acuity System Press to disconnect from Acuity 17:05:10 NET ADULT OFF ON NETWORK ALLEN KIM PRINT FAULT II mV 1cm MON H BP P ( P2 1.
Follow these steps to switch a Wireless Propaq CS monitor from a hardwired Acuity connection to a wireless Acuity connection. 1. Press the NET OFF key on the upper left corner of the monitor display to disconnect from Acuity. (From the Main Menu you can also press SETUP, ACUITY, END TELE.) 2. Within 15 seconds unplug the Acuity network cable from the Wireless Propaq CS Acuity connector and the Acuity bedside network jack.
Wireless Connection to Acuity Connect a New Patient 1. Make sure the Acuity network cable is not plugged into the Acuity connector and an Acuity bedside network jack. Turn on power to the Wireless Propaq CS. The monitor displays the powerup screen for about 10 seconds, then displays the Main Menu. The monitor is in the powerup patient mode with the associated settings. 2. Confirm that the Wireless Propaq CS displays the flashing message SEARCHING in the upper left corner of the display.
• If your patient is NOT in the list, highlight Select Patient at Acuity and press Select. The patient name will need to be entered later at the Acuity Central Station. Warning If you do not select the patient name at the Wireless Propaq CS at this time, do not adjust any alarm limits until after the patient name and ID are confirmed at Acuity.
Monitor a Patient Out of Range of Acuity While out of range of Acuity, the Wireless Propaq CS continues to monitor the patient and provide local alarms or alerts at the Propaq CS as needed. When the patient with the Wireless Propaq CS goes out of range of Acuity, do the following: 1. A DROPOUT equipment alert occurs at the Acuity Central Station. Acknowledge the alert at Acuity. 2.
Stop Monitoring a Patient If you want to discontinue monitoring the patient, follow these steps. 1. Press the NET OFF key on the upper left corner of the monitor display. (From the Main Menu you can also press SETUP, ACUITY, END TELE.) 2. Disconnect the leads and sensors from the patient and turn off the power to the monitor. If you do not turn off power to the monitor within about 30 seconds, the Wireless Propaq CS will automatically try to reconnect to the network.
Reconnect a Recently Monitored Patient 1. Turn on power to the Wireless Propaq CS and confirm that the monitor displays the powerup screen. 2. The Wireless Propaq CS will then present a series of menus and messages requesting you to provide information about the connection and patient. The actual screens presented depend on how long the patient has been disconnected. Provide the information as requested. This may include: • Select an Acuity unit. • Select a patient from the patient list.
Reassign a Monitored Patient to a New Room in the Same Unit If a patient is being monitored and you want to assign them to a new room in the same unit, follow these steps. 1. From the Main Menu, press SETUP, ACUITY, CHANGE PATIENT, NEW ROOM. Within a few seconds the Wireless Propaq CS displays a list of all available rooms, including the patient’s current room. • If you decide not to change the patient’s current room assignment, press Select (the patient’s current room is the default selection in the list).
Transfer a Monitored Patient to a New Room in a Different Unit If a patient is being monitored and you want to assign them to a new room in a different unit, follow these steps. 1. From the Main Menu, press SETUP, ACUITY, CHANGE PATIENT, TRANSFER. Within a few seconds the Wireless Propaq CS displays a list of units. 2. Scroll up or down to highlight the new unit, then press Select.
Reassign the Wireless Propaq CS to a New Patient If you want to discontinue monitoring a patient and connect the Wireless Propaq CS to a new patient, follow these steps. 1. From the Main Menu, press SETUP, ACUITY, CHANGE PATIENT, NEW PATIENT. The monitor then presents a series of menus and messages requesting you to provide information about the connection and patient. The actual screens presented depend on how the Acuity System is configured. Provide the information as requested.
Equipment Alert Messages The following equipment alerts can occur when operating the Propaq CS monitor with the Acuity network. CHECK ACUITY/SERIAL CONNECTION. The Propaq CS detects a problem in the hardwired (serial) communication with Acuity. Check the Acuity network cable to be sure it is plugged into the side panel and the bedside Acuity jack. If the cable is damaged, replace the cable.
Specifications Wireless Propaq CS Radio Specifications Characteristic Specification FlexNet Network 2.4 GHz Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) and 10/100 Base-T Ethernet network Frequency1 2.402 to 2.480 GHz Modulation GFSK, Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) Output Power 112 mW (maximum) IEEE 802.11 compliant Yes Wireless Propaq CS monitors 7 (max.) per Access Point 1.
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