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  • Page 2 The information contained in this document is the property of Respironics, Inc. Except as specifically authorized in writing by Respironics, the holder of this document (1) shall keep all information contained herein confidential and shall protect same in whole or in part from disclo- sure and dissemination to all third-parties, and (2) shall use same for operation and maintenance purposes only.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2.2.4 Using an Access Point Infrastructure Network ........... 2-8 2.2.5 Connecting the Alice 5 Hardware Components ..........2-10 2.3 Integrating Alice 3 and Alice 4 Devices into your Alice 5 Network ......2-16 2.4 Adding Accessories .......................2-17 2.4.1 Installing Video Cameras and/or Video Servers ..........2-17 Chapter 3: Software Installation and Setup ................3-1...
  • Page 4 Chapter 4: Running Data Acquisitions ..................4-1 4.1 Overview ........................4-1 4.2 Patient Setup ........................4-2 4.2.1 Attaching EEG Electrodes ..................4-3 4.2.2 Attaching ECG Electrodes ..................4-6 4.2.3 Attaching Chest and Abdomen Effort Sensors ............4-8 4.2.4 Attaching the EOG and EMG Electrodes ............4-9 4.2.4.1 EOG Electrodes ..................4-9 4.2.4.2 Leg EMG Electrodes ................4-9 4.2.4.3 Chin EMG Electrodes ................4-9 4.2.5 Attaching the Airflow Sensor ................4-10...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction

    HAPTER Introduction ® The Alice 5 Setup and User’s Guide contains instructions on how to set up your Alice 5 equip- ment so you can successfully run your sleep studies. It provides detailed information on: • Alice 5 equipment setup •...

  • Page 6: Alice 5 System Contents

    1.1 Alice 5 System Contents The Alice 5 system contains the following hardware components, shown in Figure 1–1: Base Station Headbox Mounting Headbox Bracket Patient Cable Speakers AC Power Supply Mouse Pad Microphone (Note: Style may vary from the one shown here.)
  • Page 7 You may want to purchase additional accessories with your Alice 5 system. The following is a general list of accessories available. For a complete list, contact Respironics Customer Service or your Respironics representative. • Computer workstations • Computer monitors •...

  • Page 8: Warnings And Cautions

    Place the system components on a sturdy and level surface. Do not place the base station on carpeting. – Do not use the Alice 5 system within three feet of oxygen tanks or oxygen tents. – Do not operate the Alice 5 system in any explosive situation where flammable or explosive sources are operational and in use.

  • Page 9: Cautions

    Do not soak or immerse the base station or headbox in any liquid. • Never use an extension cord with the Alice 5 system. Always operate the device using a properly grounded AC power outlet. If you are unsure whether a power outlet is properly grounded, contact an electrician for assistance.

  • Page 10: Intended Use

    • Do not place liquids on or near the Alice 5 system. If liquids are spilled on the equipment, discontinue use until it can be determined that the device can be safely operated. Contact Respironics for assistance. • Do not operate the Alice 5 system during electrical storms. Information could be lost or damaged.

  • Page 11: Hardware Component Overview

    Data Flow through the Alice 5 Components The flow of the data through the Alice 5 system is as follows: From the patient, the sensors pick up physiologic events. Sensor cables carry the signal to the Alice 5 headbox or to an auxiliary device.
  • Page 12 Base Station Auxiliary Device (optional) Headbox Patient with Sensors Attached Computer Running Alice Sleepware Figure 1–2 Data Flow During an Alice 5 Acquisition ® 1–8 Alice 5 Setup and User’s Guide...

  • Page 13: Alice 5 Base Station

    1.4.2 Alice 5 Base Station The Alice 5 base station is a completely self-contained data collection device that is capable of gathering and storing information without the use of an outside computer. The base station should be placed on a flat, stable surface close enough to allow for easy connec- tion to the headbox.
  • Page 14 The control panel at the top of the base station has three LEDs: 1. Ready – The top LED is the power indicator and has the following states: • Green – Indicates that power has been applied to the base station and it is ready for operation.

  • Page 15: Base Station Rear Panel

    Antenna Connection Microphone Speakers COM 1 Serial Port (for Respironics therapy devices) Figure 1–4 Base Station Rear Panel All other connections on the rear panel, including USB ports ( ), the Accessory port, Note: and the Com 2 Serial Connection port are not currently used.
  • Page 16 You can connect additional external medical devices using the auxiliary inputs on the back of the base station. There are four ports available, but you can use a channel splitter to attach two devices to each input. See the Respironics Diagnostic Accessory Guide for additional information on using a channel splitter with the Alice 5.
  • Page 17 Serial Connection Port You can connect Respironics CPAP or bi-level therapy devices to the Com 1 serial port on the back of the base station. The following table contains the proper pin-out information for the serial connection port. Note: Contact Respironics Customer Service for a list of the therapy devices that are compatible with Alice 5.

  • Page 18: Headbox

    1.4.3 Headbox The Alice 5 headbox combines the neurological inputs and cardio-respiratory inputs into a single device. These signals are then sent to the Alice 5 base station. You can place the headbox in several different locations: • On a table or stand beside the patient’s head.
  • Page 19 Figure 1–6 shows the Alice 5 headbox and defines the connections. Ground Connection* Left EOG Right EOG A1 Reference A2 Reference Electrode Electrode Pressure-Based Flow Sensor Thermistor Flow Sensor Chin EMG Snore Sensor ECG/EKG Chest Effort Belt Ground Connection* Abdominal Effort Belt...

  • Page 20: Symbol Key

    1.5 Symbol Key The following symbols appear on the Alice 5 base station and headbox. 1.5.1 Headbox Symbols Front Back Symbol Description Symbol Description Thermistor Flow Sensor European CE Declaration of Conformity 0123 Pressure Based Flow Sensor Notified Body Approval for...

  • Page 21: Base Station Back Panel Symbols

    1.5.2 Base Station Back Panel Symbols Symbol Description Input Output AC Power DC Power Input/Output (on back panel) (connect to headbox) Network Antenna USB Port (connector) Connect Speaker (out) Connect Microphone (in) Ambient Sound Recording and /or Intercom Serial Connection to PC or CPAP Type BF Applied Part Class II (Double Insulated) IPX0...

  • Page 22: Base Station Control Panel Symbols

    An Ad-hoc Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) is a group of devices, each with a WLAN adaptor, connected as an independent wireless LAN. Alice Sleepware The Respironics software application that runs via the Windows operating system and that receives and analyzes physiologic data from Alice equipment. Alice Sleepware Starter Bar...
  • Page 23 Generic Channels Channels whose data the Alice 5 does not have an auto-scoring algorithm for. Generic channels need definition regarding their presentation (display). Generic channels usually have as their source an auxiliary device connected to an auxiliary input on the Alice headbox.
  • Page 24 Infrastructure Network An integrated wireless and wired LAN is called an infrastructure configuration. IPAP Inspiratory Positive Airway Pressure Infrared Local Area Network Light Emitting Diode MAC Address Media Access Control address. This is a unique hardware address that identifies a device on a network. It is assigned by the manufac- turer and cannot be changed.

  • Page 25: Contacting Customer Service

    Alliance are certified as interoperable with each other. 1.7 Contacting Customer Service If you need product support, call the Respironics Customer Service department at 1-800-345- 6443 (US or Canada only) and 1-724-387-4000. Additionally, you may contact Respironics Customer Service at the following email address: service@respironics.com...
  • Page 26 ® 1–22 Alice 5 Setup and User’s Guide...

  • Page 27: Chapter 2: Alice 5 Equipment Setup

    HAPTER Alice 5 Equipment Setup This chapter describes how to connect the hardware components included with the Alice 5 system. It contains graphics illustrating the connections as well as detailed step-by-step instruc- tions. There are several possible ways to set up your Alice 5 system: •...

  • Page 28: Before You Begin

    Map out your facility’s layout in advance so you know what type of equipment, cables, and accessories you will need. • Determine whether you will be setting up a wired or wireless network for Alice 5. If you will have a wired network with multiple devices connected, you will need a switch. •...
  • Page 29 IP addresses that are appropriate for your facility’s network. Example 2 192.168.1.1 192.168.1.2 Alice 5 Base Station Workstation Network Switch 192.168.1.3 Video Camera Video Server - CAT-5 Patch Cable Figure 2–2 Wired Network with Video Server and Camera Alice 5 Equipment Setup 2–3...
  • Page 30 Example 3 169.254.1.2 169.254.1.11 192.168.1.2 Alice 5 Base Station Workstation 192.168.1.3 Video Camera Video Server - CAT-5 Crossover Cable Figure 2–3 Network Setup with Wireless Desktop Example 4 Alice 5 Base Station 192.168.1.11 192.168.1.100 192.168.1.2 Laptop Wireless Access Point 192.168.1.3...

  • Page 31: Using A Point-To-Point Setup

    Using a Point-to-Point Setup If you plan to connect the Alice 5 base station directly to the computer you will be using to view data, you may want to use a point-to-point wired setup or an ad-hoc wireless setup to install the equipment.

  • Page 32: Map Your Facility's Network Setup

    2.2.2.1 Map Your Facility’s Network Setup You can use the space on this page to map out your facility’s network configuration and the IP addresses for each piece of equipment. 2–6 Alice ® 5 Setup and User’s Guide...

  • Page 33: Using A Wired Network Setup

    2.2.3 Using a Wired Network Setup If you plan to have several patient rooms and several Alice 5 systems or computers, you may want to set your equipment up using a wired network setup. Figure 2–7 provides an example. Note: Refer to IEC 60601-1-1 for definition of the patient environment.

  • Page 34: Using An Access Point Infrastructure Network

    Using an Access Point Infrastructure Network If you plan to have multiple patient rooms with several Alice 5 systems and computers and you want to connect a portion or all of your network wirelessly, you can use an Access Point Infra- structure network.
  • Page 35 Control Rooms Wireless Devices Bedrooms Laptop Workstation w/WIFI Card Base Station Wireless Network Access Point Switch Base Station Tablet PC Workstation - CAT-5 Patch Cable Figure 2–9 Access Point Infrastructure Network Setup – Example 2 Alice 5 Equipment Setup 2–9...

  • Page 36: Connecting The Alice 5 Hardware Components

    Once you have determined which type of setup you will be using (point-to-point, ad-hoc, wired network, or access point infrastructure network), you can connect your Alice 5 equipment. Figure 2–10 provides a detailed illustration of how different devices and cables are connected to the back panel of the base station.
  • Page 37 Complete the following steps to set up your Alice 5 hardware. Refer to Figure 2–12 for a detailed example of how the final room setup might look. 1. If you haven’t already done so, unpack your computer and set it up according to the instruc- tions supplied with it.
  • Page 38 Alice 5 system. For network security reasons, the wireless feature is disabled when you first receive your Alice 5 device. In order to enable the wireless feature, you must first set up the device as a wired connection to allow your device to be seen on the network.
  • Page 39 13. To connect a Respironics therapy device (CPAP, Bi-Level, etc.) to the Alice 5 system, connect the serial connector end of the therapy device’s Communications Cable into the Com 1 Serial ) on the back of the base station.
  • Page 40 Video Camera* Network Headbox Switch* Base Power Station Supply Speakers Respironics Therapy Device* * Additional equipment not included with your Alice 5 System Figure 2–12 Detailed Wired Network Setup – Single Bedroom 2–14 Alice ® 5 Setup and User’s Guide...
  • Page 41 Workstation* BEDROOM 2 Microphone Network Switch* Headbox Workstation Speakers Base Station 2 Video Server* Video Cameras* * Additional equipment not included with your Alice 5 system. Figure 2–13 Detailed Wired Network Setup – Multiple Bedrooms Alice 5 Equipment Setup 2–15...

  • Page 42: Integrating Alice 3 And Alice 4 Devices Into Your Alice 5 Network

    Alice 5 Network You can connect Alice 3 and Alice 4 devices to your network and use them in combination with Alice 5 devices and Alice Sleepware. Figure 2–14 illustrates how these devices might be incorporated into your network.

  • Page 43: Adding Accessories

    Connect a video camera to a switch on your network. • Connect multiple video cameras (up to four) to a video server that is connected to your network’s switch or hub. You must be using a network switch with your Alice 5 system to use a video server. Note:...
  • Page 44 – If your camera has a BNC connector on it, connect a coaxial video cable to one of the video inputs (BNC connectors) on the front panel of the video server, and connect the other end of the cable to the BNC connector on the camera. Repeat this step if you are adding more than one camera.
  • Page 45 7. Exit ping. The installation is complete, and you are ready to access the video camera(s) from your browser. The remaining steps in this section explain how to enable video through Alice Sleep- Note: ware once you have installed the software. For instructions on software installation, see Chapter 3. Alice 5 Equipment Setup 2–19...
  • Page 46 8. To enable the video feature through Alice Sleepware, go to your Starter Bar, right-click on the Room button, and select Audio/Video Settings from the drop-down menu, as shown in Figure 2–16. Figure 2–16 Accessing the Audio/Video Settings 9. Choose your multimedia and image settings in the screen shown in Figure 2–17. 10.
  • Page 47 The video will appear on your screen. Note: If the video does not appear after you have completed all of the steps above, refer to Chapter 7, Troubleshooting, for information on how to resolve the problem. Alice 5 Equipment Setup 2–21...
  • Page 48 2–22 Alice ® 5 Setup and User’s Guide...

  • Page 49: Chapter 3: Software Installation And Setup

    HAPTER Software Installation and Setup Once you have installed your Alice 5 equipment, you will need to install the Alice Sleepware software on your computer(s). This chapter describes how to install the software and how to add a device so your computer can communicate with your Alice system. When adding a device, you can specify whether you are connecting through a wired or wireless interface.

  • Page 50: Alice Sleepware Software Installation

    The Installation Wizard automatically launches. Note: You can also select View Documentation on this screen to access a list of available Alice Sleepware and Alice 5 manuals. These manuals are available in PDF format on the CD. You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the manuals.
  • Page 51 3. In the next screen, select one or both of the following items if they apply to you, as shown in Figure 3–2. • Alice Sleepware (required) – This item must be selected (it is automatically checked). • Auto-launch Alice Starter – Check this box if you want the Alice Starter to automati- cally launch upon logging in.
  • Page 52 5. Specify the directory where you want the software program to be installed (or use the default directory shown), and click Install, as shown in Figure 3–3. Figure 3–3 Installation Directory Screen A progress bar appears, indicating that the installation is in process, as shown in Figure 3–4. Figure 3–4 Installation Progress Screen Alice ®...
  • Page 53 After the installation is complete, the following software shortcut icons are automatically placed on your desktop for easy access to the software: Figure 3–5 Sleepware Shortcut Icons Additionally, if you selected the option to automatically launch the Alice Starter, the Alice Sleepware starter bar appears at the top of your screen, as shown in Figure 3–6.

  • Page 54: Adding Alice Devices

    Through the Alice Sleepware software, you can add Alice 3, 4, or 5 devices. This section de- scribes how to add Alice 5 devices. For instructions on how to add an Alice 3 or 4 device, refer to the Alice Sleepware User’s Guide.
  • Page 55 3. A list of Alice 5 devices that are configured to communicate with your computer appears. If there are no Alice devices currently configured, the list will be empty, as shown in Figure 3–9. Figure 3–9 List of Configured Alice Devices Click Add to configure an Alice 5 device.
  • Page 56 4. The Alice 5 Configuration Wizard appears as shown in Figure 3–10. Click Next. Figure 3–10 Alice 5 Configuration Wizard – Main Screen 5. The Preparing Your PC screen appears, as shown in Figure 3–11. Figure 3–11 Preparing Your PC Screen Alice ®...
  • Page 57 IP address for your computer. If several IP addresses are included, choose the address that you want your computer to use to communicate with the Alice 5 device. If more than one address appears and you are not sure which address is correct, complete the steps below to find your computer’s IP address:...
  • Page 58 Select the Support tab to view your computer’s IP address, as shown in Figure 3–13. Figure 3–13 Local Area Connection Status – Support Tab d. Click Close and then select this address in the Select IP Address for Your PC field on the Preparing Your PC screen.
  • Page 59 6. The Alice 5 Connection Mode screen appears, as shown in Figure 3–14. Specify whether your Alice 5 device is connected through its wired or wireless interface, and then click Next. Figure 3–14 Alice 5 Connection Mode Screen Attention! On this screen, you are specifying the type of connection from the base station to the network, not the connection from the computer to the network.
  • Page 60 What if My Device Isn’t Listed? If you cannot find your Alice 5 device in the list provided in Figure 3–15, you will need to place a check mark by the statement “I did not find the device I want to add, the serial number is not listed in the above list,”...
  • Page 61 Next Figure 3–16 Alice 5 Device Network Settings Screen – Wired • Type in a unique name for the Alice 5 base station in the first field. This name will help you identify the base station on the network. •...
  • Page 62 Figure 3–15 and click Next, the screen shown in Figure 3–17 appears. Figure 3–17 Alice 5 Device Network Settings Screen – Wireless • Type in a unique name for the Alice 5 base station in the first field. This name will help you identify the base station on the network. •...
  • Page 63 If you select Infrastructure for the wireless network mode, you will not need to select a channel. The Channel field will be grayed out. • In the TCP/IP Address field, type in the unique IP address of the Alice 5 base station you are adding. •...
  • Page 64 The screen in Figure 3–18 appears when you are configuring the Alice 5 device’s wired interface. Figure 3–18 Alice 5 Device Wired Network Settings • In the first field, type in a unique name for the Alice 5 base station. This name will help you identify the base station on the network. Alice ®...
  • Page 65 Note: If you set up your Alice 5 network on its own subnet, you may not need to change the device’s IP address to a unique address. Each Alice 5 device has its own unique wired and wireless IP address based on the serial number on the device, so changing the device’s IP address will not be necessary if you use this type of configuration.
  • Page 66 Figure 3–19 Alice 5 Device Wireless Network Settings • In the first field, type in a customized name for your Alice 5 device so you and your colleagues can easily identify the device on your network in the future. •...
  • Page 67 If you set up your Alice 5 network on its own subnet, you may not need to change the Note: device’s IP address to a unique address. Each Alice 5 device has its own unique wired and wireless IP address based on the serial number on the device, so changing the device’s IP address will not be necessary if you use this type of configuration.
  • Page 68 If you select Infrastructure for the wireless network mode, you will not need to select Note: a channel. The Channel field will be grayed out. You can choose from three levels of encryption: Off (no encryption), On (64 bits), or On (128 bits). Off means that there is no security for the data being transferred on the wireless network between the base station and the computer.
  • Page 69 If you want data from the Alice 5 device to be sent to another computer, you must run Note: this Wizard on another computer in the network and choose Option 1 for that com- puter.
  • Page 70 Figure 3–19), the Wireless Interface Disabled screen appears, as shown in Figure 3–21. Figure 3–21 Wireless Interface Disabled Screen This screen indicates that the wireless interface on the Alice 5 device is currently disabled. To enable the wireless interface, you will need to edit the device properties by clicking on the Edit button in the Alice 5 Add/Modify Device dialog box.
  • Page 71 Figure 3–23 Alice 5 Device Status Indicator Note: You can also edit devices through the Alice 5 Configuration Wizard and delete or view device properties through the Add/Modify Device screens. For more information, refer to the Alice Sleepware User’s Guide.
  • Page 72 Alice ® 5 Setup and User’s Guide 3–24...

  • Page 73: Chapter 4: Running Data Acquisitions

    HAPTER Running Data Acquisitions This chapter describes how to set up the patient so the data you need will be properly recorded, and instructs you on how to start and stop an acquisition. See Chapter 5 for information on the channels that can be recorded, and see the Alice Sleepware User’s Guide for detailed instructions on using the software.

  • Page 74: Patient Setup

    See Chapter 5, Understanding Channels, for information about the channels that the Alice 5 equipment supports. See Figures 1–4 and 1–6 for the locations to attach devices to the Alice 5 equipment. You can attach sensors to the patient in any order.

  • Page 75: Attaching Eeg Electrodes

    If you have sensors from auxiliary devices such a pH machines, oximeters, apnea Note: monitors, etc., follow the manufacturer’s instructions for attaching the sensors to the patient. 4.2.1 Attaching EEG Electrodes You should attach the EEG electrodes specified by your facility’s protocol and based on the configuration you choose.
  • Page 76 (on the right side of the patient’s head) into the A1 input on the right side of the headbox. 3. Plug the main EEG electrode leads into the appropriate connectors on the Alice 5 headbox. 4. Place the Isoground electrode on the center of the patient’s forehead, and plug the lead into the Isoground input on the Alice 5 headbox.
  • Page 77 Figure 4–1 shows the locations of the EEG inputs on the Alice 5 headbox. Isoground attaches here A1 Reference Electrode A2 Reference Electrode These are the inputs for the main EEG electrodes (see Table 4–1 for details) Isoground attaches here Figure 4–1 EEG Inputs on the Alice 5 Headbox...

  • Page 78: Attaching Ecg Electrodes

    4.2.2 Attaching ECG Electrodes The Alice 5 system supports a single lead ECG or a 6-lead ECG. The single lead ECG uses two or three wires from the headbox (the right leg is optional, depending on whether an EEG Isoground is also used with the patient). The 6-lead ECG uses three or four wires from the headbox (right leg optional), and Alice calculates the six channels by cross-referencing the signals.
  • Page 79 Caution: If you use an EEG Isoground, do not use the left ECG lead. 7. Plug the other ends of the ECG leads into the appropriate locations on the Alice 5 headbox, shown in Figure 4–2. ECG/EKG Figure 4–2 ECG Inputs on the Alice 5 Headbox...

  • Page 80: Attaching Chest And Abdomen Effort Sensors

    4. Plug the lead into the Alice 5 headbox. Figure 4–3 shows the chest and abdomen sensor locations on the headbox. Chest Effort Belt Abdominal Effort Belt Figure 4–3 Chest and Abdomen Sensor Inputs on the Alice 5 Headbox Alice ® 5 Setup and User’s Guide 4–8...

  • Page 81: Attaching The Eog And Emg Electrodes

    2. Plug the lead into the Chin EMG input on the headbox, as shown in Figure 4–4. Left EOG Right EOG attaches here attaches here Chin EMG attaches here Leg EMG Leg EMG Spare EMG Spare EMG Figure 4–4 EOG and EMG Inputs on the Alice 5 Headbox Data Acquisition 4–9...

  • Page 82: Attaching The Airflow Sensor

    4. Drape the leads over the patient’s ears and connect the input to the Alice 5 headbox. 5. If desired, tape the leads to the patient’s cheeks to help hold the sensor in place.

  • Page 83: Starting An Acquisition

    If you are using a wired network connection, make sure the ethernet cable is inserted into the ethernet port on the back of the base station, as described in Chapter 2, Alice 5 Hardware Setup. Use one of the following cables: •...

  • Page 84: Check Your Equipment Performance

    Check impedance and calibration by completing the following procedures. 4.3.2.1 Check Impedance Using the Alice Sleepware The Alice 5 allows you to view impedance values at anytime during your study without impact- ing the physiological data that is being recorded. You won’t lose any physiological signals when viewing impedance.

  • Page 85: Check Calibration

    5. Use the information in Table 4–3 to determine whether further action is needed. Table 4–3 Electrode Impedance Impedance Recommended Action > 10 Ohms Replace the electrode using your lab's procedures. Between 5k Ohms Consider changing the electrode using your lab's and 10k Ohms procedures.
  • Page 86 2. Connect all of the required cables and check the connections as described in Section 4.3.1. 3. Start an acquisition, as described in Section 4.3.3. The Alice 5 equipment begins capturing data. 4. Ask the patient to lie on his or her back with arms along the body, eyes closed, and breathing regularly and gently.

  • Page 87: Starting An Acquisition

    Starting an Acquisition To start the data acquisition, complete the following steps: 1. Configure the Communication Settings for connection to the Alice 5 device you are using (see the Alice Sleepware User’s Guide for instructions on configuration). 2. If the Alice Starter module is not already running on your computer, double-click on the Alice...

  • Page 88: Stopping An Acquisition

    It is recommended that you start an acquisition through the Sleepware software. Note: However, if this is not available, you can press the Record Start/Stop button on the base station. The Record LED is green while the base station records data. Refer to the Alice Sleepware User’s Guide for additional information on starting acquisitions.

  • Page 89: Chapter 5: Understanding Channels

    Alice Sleepware to filter channels, create a montage, etc. Refer to the Alice Sleepware User’s Guide for information on how to build configurations and create montages. There are four types of Alice 5 channels: • Headbox channels •...

  • Page 90: Headbox Channels

    5.1 Headbox Channels The channels available on the Alice 5 headbox are shown in Figure 5–1. EOG channel EOG channel EEG channels Pressure-Based Airflow channel Thermistor-Based Airflow channel Chin EMG channel Snore channel ECG channels Chest Effort channel Abdominal Effort channel...
  • Page 91 • The Channel column lists the name of the channel. • The Channel Quantity column tells how many inputs are available on the Alice 5 headbox for each channel. • The Sample Size (in bits) column specifies the bit resolution for the channel being acquired.
  • Page 92 Therapy device or auxiliary airflow channels are also available when you connect a Respironics therapy device to the COM 1 serial port on the back of the base station, or when you connect a third-party airflow sensor to an auxiliary input on the base station.
  • Page 93 Body Position The body position channel tells you the orientation of the patient’s body in the bed. The body position sensor can report five possible positions: • Supine (patient is sleeping on their back) • Prone (patient is sleeping on their stomach, facedown) •...
  • Page 94 (across the head), you would specify A1 for the right channel’s reference electrode and A2 for the left channel’s reference electrode, thus producing channels like C3A2, O1A2, etc. The Alice 5 base station defaults to a contralateral configuration. Note: Alice ®...
  • Page 95 Effort – Abdominal and Chest (Respiration) The respiration channel type is used to display chest and abdomen effort signals and trans- thoracic impedance signals. The Alice system provides two effort channels: thoracic effort and abdominal effort. Addi- tional effort channels must be input using the auxiliary inputs. The Alice Sleepware scans all effort channels to detect apneas on the airflow channel.
  • Page 96 The EOG channel type is used to display data from an electrooculogram channel. You can select customized parameters for this channel. After customizing your configuration, you can use the Label function to enter a text description for your configuration of up to eight characters.
  • Page 97 The SpO channel type is used to display blood oxygen saturation data from the internal oximeter or from an external device. You can use the SpO channel type by connecting the Masimo oximeter sensor to the oximeter connection on the headbox (see Figure 1–6). Note: An SpO auxiliary channel is also available when you connect a third-party oximeter...

  • Page 98: Base Station Auxiliary Channels

    There are eight auxiliary input ports on the base station. You can use these ports to connect third- party therapy or monitoring devices to the Alice 5. Depending on the auxiliary devices you use, there are many possible auxiliary input channels available. Some of the key channels that you can report on are described later in this section.

  • Page 99: Graphic Display Type

    Each auxiliary channel display property is described in greater detail below. Graphic Display Type The graphic display type allows you to display any signal as a waveform. Examples of such signals are airflow, effort, plethysmograph, etc. Generally, the graphic display type is designed to produce a waveform for signals whose sample values are not given in meaningful units.

  • Page 100: Numeric Display Type

    • The Channel column lists the name of the channel. • The Channel Quantity column tells how many inputs are available on the Alice 5 headbox for each channel. • The Sample Size (in bits) column specifies the bit resolution for the channel being acquired.
  • Page 101 With the Alice 5, you have the capability to generate reports on several auxiliary channels, including SpO , CPAP, EPAP, IPAP, EtCO , and pH. For information about the SpO channel, see Section 5.1. For information about the CPAP, EPAP, and IPAP channels, see Section 5.3.

  • Page 102: Therapy Device Channels

    5.3 Therapy Device Channels If you are connecting a Respironics therapy device to the COM 1 serial port on the back of the base station or a third-party therapy device to one of the auxiliary input ports on the base station, several therapy device channels are available.
  • Page 103 You can use the CPAP channel type with either of the following configurations: • Where a Respironics therapy device is connected to a serial port on the rear of the base station (see Figure 1–4 for serial port location). •...
  • Page 104 The high pressure is called Inspiratory Positive Airway Pressure (IPAP). You can use the IPAP channel type with either of the following configurations: • Connect a Respironics therapy device to a serial port on the back of the base station (see Figure 1–4). •...

  • Page 105: Derived Channels

    5.4 Derived Channels There are a few channels that can also be derived from the physical inputs and the auxiliary inputs on the headbox and base station. These derived channels are described below. PTT (Pulse Transit Time) The PTT channel uses the ECG channel and the Pleth waveform to measure the time it takes between the R pulse on your ECG signal and the actual peak of the flow in your Pleth waveform.
  • Page 106 Alice ® 5 Setup and User’s Guide 5–18...

  • Page 107: Chapter 6: Cleaning And Maintenance

    The sections below provide specific instructions for cleaning the equipment. 6.1 Base Station, Headbox, and Patient Cable Clean the Alice 5 base station, headbox, and patient cable with a soft, damp cloth between patients. Make sure all parts are thoroughly dry before using.

  • Page 108: Sensors

    The effort sensors may be wiped clean with a mild disinfectant. The belts may be washed in light detergent and water. Note: Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for cleaning sensors for any auxiliary devices used with the Alice 5 system. Alice ® 5 Setup and User’s Guide...

  • Page 109: Chapter 7: Troubleshooting

    If your problem is still not resolved after following the solutions described in this section, contact Respironics’ Customer Service for further assistance. Troubleshooting 7–1...
  • Page 110 See Chapter 2 for details on what cable to use (CAT-5 Crossover or CAT-5 Patch). • If you are using a network router with your system, make sure the Alice 5 and the computer are on the same side of the router when you are adding the device.
  • Page 111 Did you specify that the computer be the data recipient when you added at the end of my acquisition. the Alice 5 device? If not, go into the Add/Modify Device wizard and when you get to the screen where you designate the data recipient, choose Option 1 to specify that data be automatically sent to your computer.
  • Page 112 Sleepware. number that the camera you want is connected to. The Alice 5 system is only compatible with the Axis 2420 camera and the Axis 2400/2401 video server with an analog camera. If you are using the 2420 camera, the port number specified should be port 1.

  • Page 113: Chapter 8: Specifications

    HAPTER Specifications 8.1 Device Size Base Station: Dimensions – 13.5” L x 4.5” W x 12” H Weight – Approximately 9 lbs. Headbox: Dimensions – 9.25” L x 4” W x 1.75” H Weight – Approximately 3 lbs. Specifications 8–1...

  • Page 114: Classifications And Ratings

    Type BF applied parts and must provide any necessary additional isolation from the base station. Standards Compliance The Alice 5 system is designed to conform to the following standards: IEC 60601-1, EN 60601-1, UL 60601-1, CSA 22.2 No. 601.1, and AS 3200.1.0. Classifications The Alice 5 hardware is classified as follows: •...

  • Page 115: Disposal

    Signal Input/Output Do not connect any devices to the base station auxiliary inputs that have signal voltages greater than ± 1.25 V. Also, do not connect any equipment to the base station that violates the unit leakage current requirements. Do not connect stereo equipment to the auxiliary inputs on the base station. These inputs are for physiological information only.

  • Page 117: Appendix A: Emc Information

    PPENDIX EMC Information Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Emissions This device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of this device should make sure it is used in such an environment. Electromagnetic Environment - Emissions Test Compliance Guidance...

  • Page 118: Guidance And Manufacturer's Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity

    Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity This device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of this device should make sure it is used in such an environment. Immunity Test IEC 60601 Test Compliance Level Electromagnetic Level Environment -...
  • Page 119 Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity This device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of this device should make sure it is used in such an environment. Immunity Test IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic Environment - Test Level Level Guidance...
  • Page 120 Recommended Separation Distances between Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment and This Device This device is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of this device can help prevent electro- magnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and this device as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.

  • Page 121: Limited Warranty

    (2) years from the date of sale by Respironics, Inc. to the dealer. If the product fails to perform in accordance with the product specifications, Respironics, Inc. will repair or replace – at its option –...

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