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  • Page 1 ResMed Ltd 1 Elizabeth Macarthur Drive Bella Vista NSW 2153 Australia ResMed.com...
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    Will I be at risk if I fall asleep and accidentally cover the air intake? ............ 4 3.4. I am worried that the AirMini machine fall off the bedside table in the night. What should I do? ..4 3.5.
  • Page 3 AirMini app General Information ......................12 8.1. My AirMini app says that it wasn’t used last night, but I know I used it. What should I do? .... 12 8.2. Do I need a smart device and the app to operate the device? ............12 8.3.
  • Page 4 Do I need an internet connection to use AirMini app? ............... 16 9.2. The internet in my bedroom is unreliable or does not exist. Can I still use the AirMini machine? ... 16 9.3. Do I have to be connected to the internet to be able to ‘Report a Bug’? ........... 16 9.4.
  • Page 5 14.1. Does AirMini have a battery? ......................21 14.2. Is there a DC-DC converter available? ....................21 ResMed Ltd 1 Elizabeth Macarthur Drive Bella Vista NSW 2153 Australia ResMed.com...
  • Page 6: Airmini Tubing And Activeair Technology

    1.2. Why do I feel like I am not getting enough air? Ramp may be in progress. Using the AirMini app, confirm the Ramp function is enabled. If so, wait for air pressure to build up or turn Ramp Time off.
  • Page 7: There Is Air Expelling Out Of My Tube. Is My Tube Leaking

    When the system is correctly assembled, airflow will be felt from the ActiveAir vents in either the Vent Module (N20 connector, P10 for AirMini) or from the F20 connector elbow as shown in Figure 1. Figure 1: N20 and P10 for AirMini (Left), F20 connector elbow (Right) If this is not the location of the leak, it is possible that the tubing is not assembled (or connected) correctly.
  • Page 8: Humidification

    2.3. What will happen if the HumidX is used well over 30 days? ResMed does not recommend the HumidX to be used beyond 30 days. If the HumidX is used beyond 30 days this can cause deterioration in cleanliness, humidification performance and breathing comfort which can affect safe and efficacious use of AirMini.
  • Page 9: Flow Generator

    3.3. Will I be at risk if I fall asleep and accidentally cover the air intake? AirMini is designed to mitigate this kind of risk, however it is important to ensure that the vent is not blocked or covered as this can cause the device to overheat. Due to this, we do not recommend placing the AirMini machine in the bed, or under a pillow, sheet or blanket.
  • Page 10: What's The Max Altitude For The Machine

    Yes, the design of the AirMini machine accepts an AC input range of 100-240V and a DC output of 24V. However, purchasing the correct AirMini power supply unit for the country you are visiting is recommended to ensure correct performance of your AirMini machine.
  • Page 11: Masks

    The ActiveAir and HumidX technology are new technologies that have only been implemented for AirMini. As a result the 20 series masks and AirFit P10 for AirMini are the only masks designed to work with the new AirMini system, therefore no other masks are compatible with the AirMini machine.
  • Page 12: Airmini Vs. Airsense 10

    5.1. Is AirMini noisier than AirSense 10? Yes. AirMini is designed to be as quiet as possible, but is still not as quiet as AirSense 10. A slight increase in noise is a result of the significant reduction in size when compared to AirSense 10.
  • Page 13: Bluetooth

    Refer to the smart device user guide for instructions on enabling Bluetooth®. 3. The first time you open the AirMini app, you will be asked to consent to the use of cookies and to accept ResMed's Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.
  • Page 14: How Secure Is The Bluetooth® Connection

    Activating Bluetooth® will increase battery consumption on the smart device. A Bluetooth® connection between the smart device and the AirMini is not required to run therapy. If you are worried about battery drain, we suggest keeping the smart device charging while you sleep, or turning off your Bluetooth®...
  • Page 15: How Does The Airmini Machine Connect To My Smart Device

    The AirMini machine connects through a Bluetooth® signal to your supported smart device. If the smart device is moved out of range of the AirMini machine (approximately 10m radius with clear line of sight), the signal will drop and the unit will become disconnected.
  • Page 16: Data

    7.7. When does my machine send my data? Your data is usually transmitted to the AirMini app every minute as long as the app is paired with the machine. 7.8. How do I transfer my data from my AirMini machine to the app? Data is transferred automatically, provided the AirMini machine is connected via Bluetooth®...
  • Page 17: Airmini App General Information

    8.3. Does the AirMini app work with AirSense10 machine? No, the AirMini app does not work with an AirSense 10 machine. If you have a ResMed AirSense 10 machine you can use myAir™ to track your CPAP treatment. Go to https://MyAir.ResMed.com/.
  • Page 18 The fewer breathing events you have each hour the more points you get. These breathing events are also known as the apnoea-hypopnoea index (or AHI). AirMini measures how many times your breathing partially or fully stops each hour. If you have minimal events, you get 4 to 5 points.
  • Page 19: How Much Battery Does The App Consume

    8.8. Can I create a report from the AirMini app? Currently, the AirMini app only allows you to view your data, no reports can be generated. AirView support will come on line soon, at which point your clinician will be able to remotely create a report with your data 8.9.
  • Page 20: I Have A Windows Phone. Can I Use The Airmini Machine With That

    Please set it to airplane mode before you travel (refer to travelling section of your AirMini user guide for instructions on entering and exiting airplane mode). We are working on a battery that will be released soon. It will allow you use AirMini in an airplane, even when you don't have access to power.
  • Page 21: Airmini App Internet Connection

    9.1. Do I need an internet connection to use AirMini app? No, you do not need an internet connection to use AirMini app. However, you will need a Wi-Fi or cellular connection on your smart device if you wish to ‘Send feedback’ via the app or when upgrading the AirMini firmware.
  • Page 22: Airmini App Features

    A hypopnoea is a partial blockage of the airway that lasts for 10 seconds or longer. Your AirMini machine notes the number of breathing events you have in each hour. This number can help gauge how well your treatment is working.
  • Page 23: Airmini App Settings

    11.2. How can I change the comfort settings on the AirMini machine? You can only change comfort settings via the AirMini app with a valid Bluetooth connection. These settings include ramp time, pressure relief (if enabled by your clinician), SmartStart and SmartStop.
  • Page 24: Treatment

    12. Treatment 12.1. I have a cold. Should I keep using my AirMini machine? Having a cold can make using CPAP therapy difficult due to nasal congestion or blockage. In most cases, you can keep using your CPAP machine if you can clear your nose or if you already use a mask that covers both your nose and mouth.
  • Page 25: Security

    13.1. What did I agree to when I ticked the boxes in AirMini (Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy)? A copy of the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy can be found in the AirMini app. 13.2. Is my information secure? ResMed has implemented a range of technical and organisational measures (TOM’s) to provide...
  • Page 26: Accessories

    14. Accessories 14.1. Does AirMini have a battery? AirMini does not currently have a battery available. However, we are developing an external battery pack that will be made available soon 14.2. Is there a DC-DC converter available? Yes, this will be available very soon after launch.

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