OnPoint Scope System ™ Table of Contents Introduction The OnPoint 1.2mm Scope System ™ Indications for Use Contraindications Regulatory Compliance 1.4.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility Chart Warranty Information How to Use This Manual Manual Conventions List of Symbols Product Specifications Contents Features and Specifications 2.2.1...
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. It does not describe how any medical procedure is to be performed on a patient with this instrument. Read all instructions in this manual carefully before using the OnPoint 1.2mm Scope System. Carefully follow all safety instructions to prevent injury to the user or patient, fire hazards, electrical shock, and damage to the device.
® to quickly and conveniently document their procedures. Connect directly to a computer via USB and use the OnPoint to browse captured media or capture still images and video directly to your practice management software, running on Windows 2000 or Windows XP.
Operation and Care Manual 1.2 Indications for Use The OnPoint 1.2mm Scope System is indicated to be used by a trained physician to provide illumination and visualization of an interior cavity of the body through a natural or surgical opening in diagnostic and operative arthroscopic and endoscopic procedures.
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Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the OnPoint The OnPoint is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the OnPoint ™ ™...
1.5 Warranty Information When delivered to the end user in new condition in the original container, the OnPoint 1.2mm Scope system is warranted to be free from defects in material or workmanship for one year from the date of shipment from Biomet Microfixation to the end user.
WHATSOEVER, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY, SHALL NOT BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD BY BIOVISION TECHNOLOGIES THAT CAUSED ANY ALLEGED DAMAGE. IN NO EVENT SHALL BIOMET MICROFIXATION BE LIABLE TO PURCHASER FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND.
2.0 Product Specifications The following section describes the components and features of the OnPoint system. ™ 2.1 Contents The following components are included in your OnPoint system: OnPoint Integrated Visualization System (Base Unit) ™ Medical Grade Power Cord Operation and Care Manual Check to see that you have all of these components before proceeding.
OnPoint Scope System ™ 2.2 Features and Specifications 2.2.1 OnPoint Features CompactFlash Media Slot ® KEYPAD Integrated Mode LCD Monitor Delete Microphone Left Select PS2 Keyboard Right Select Connection Stop/Enter USB Connection Power Indicator Power Button Speaker Ventilation Exhaust Camera Connector/Light port...
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Operation and Care Manual Handpiece Camera POD Camera Handpiece Camera Connector Fiber-optic cable Focus Knob Scope Image Capture Coupler Button Scope Cannula Sliding Sleeve Coupler Alignment Dot Cannula Luer Fitting Scope Scope Probe/Cannula Scope Handle...
• Failure to follow these precautions could result in injury to the patient or user, or damage to the OnPoint unit. ™ • When used in the presence of other energized, endoscopically-used...
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OnPoint unit. ™ • Always place and keep the OnPoint unit on a flat, level, and secure surface. • In the event of suspected damage or failure, DO NOT OPERATE and have the device inspected by qualified personnel.
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• Do not operate this product if there are signs of tampering or any of the covers are removed. • Do not allow foreign objects inside of the device. • Before performing any kind of maintenance (e.g. cleaning the OnPoint system, ™...
Optimal Viewing Angle 3.1.1 OnPoint System For best performance, always operate and keep the OnPoint unit on a flat, level, and secure surface. Images on the Integrated Video Display are best viewed at an angle perpendicular to the display.
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Scope System ™ 3.1.2 Attaching a Camera Handpiece and Arthroscope The OnPoint camera handpieces attach via a combination fiberoptic/ electric connector. This connector seats in the receptacle on the front of the unit (See also: § 2.2.1 Front). Before connecting a camera or handpiece to the...
Note: The S-Video connector on the back of the OnPoint is rotated 45 degrees to the left. Most S-Video cables have an arrow on the connectors to indicate the “top” of the connector. Finding this arrow and rotating it to the left will help when connecting this type of cable to the OnPoint.
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RCS Cable (not included) (not included) BNC Cable (not included) VCR/DVR The OnPoint can also be connected to a standard camcorder. Consult your camcorder manual for the corresponding connections. BNC to RCA Adapter (included) S-Video Cable RCS Cable (not included)
Your hand never has to leave the camera to capture what you need. Note: All functions that appear on the OnPoint display are also projected on any external display (e.g. computer monitor, BioVision VR glasses, etc.). 3.1.5.1 Modes The MediaCaptureUSB has three separate modes of operation: 1.
Refer to the Setup section for more information on audio tag recording. Audio tags are always recorded with video image captures. Note: The OnPoint system will beep every time you press a button on the MediaCaptureUSB panel (just under the OnPoint display).
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If you want to add a Name & ID tag to a card, then you will need to connect a PS/2 keyboard to the OnPoint system. To do this, insert the keyboard plug into the keyboard jack on the left side of the OnPoint display.
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Enter button will blink once and the system will beep. The image that appears on the OnPoint display at the time you press this button is the image that will be captured. It will be saved on the card as a “JPEG (.JPG)”...
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The screen will display “AUDIO RECORDING”. Speak clearly into (no more than ten (10) feet away from) the OnPoint system’s microphone to have it properly record the audio tag, and then press the Stop/Enter, (F9 key) or the camera button, until the light above the Stop/Enter button turns off, the system beeps again, and the audio tag recording is saved on the card as a “Wave (.WAV)”...
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Continue with the video capture, moving the camera as necessary: Audio is always recorded with video-image captures. Speak clearly into (no more than ten (10) feet away from) the OnPoint system’s microphone to have it properly record the audio. This video recording will be saved on the card as an “Audio-Visual (.AVI)”...
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™ If this is an Audio-tagged Still capture (i.e. with “AUDIO” on its thumbnail), the still-image capture will appear in full on the OnPoint display and the audio tag will also be heard. If this is a Video capture (i.e. with “VIDEO” on its thumbnail), then it will appear and play in full on the OnPoint display.
To enter Setup Mode for the MediaCaptureUSB feature, hold down both the < > Select and Select buttons under the OnPoint display (or press the F10 ™ key on your keyboard). A menu will appear with the following setup options: VER X.X.X.X...
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3.1.5.8 Set Clock Time & Date The current setting for the Date (in MM-DD-YYYY format) and Time (in 24-hour HH:MM:SS format). Note also the following “additional buttons” displayed at the bottom of the The OnPoint display (and the way they correspond ™...
OnPoint Scope System ™ 3.1.5.10 File System Manager This option provides information on the number and size of images you have already captured on this CompactFlash card. Specifically: ® Type of Capture (Still, Video, or Audio); Number of Records Captured (in each of the above modes);...
3.1.5.18 Video Output Test This mode displays SMPTE color bars on the system screen and all external outputs 3.2 Basic Usage The OnPoint 1.2mm Scope System is indicated to be used in diagnostic and ™ operative arthroscopic and endoscopic procedures. Examples of surgical use include, but are not limited to, procedures on the knee, shoulder, ankle, elbow, wrist, temporomandibular joint (TMJ), ear/nose/throat (ENT).
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The switch has two positions: 115V and 230V. 115V is for U.S. use. 230V is typically for use in Europe. Connect the medical-grade power cord to the OnPoint unit. Connect the ™...
The following section describes the proper method(s) for cleaning and maintaining your OnPoint system. Note: Never immerse or soak any part of the OnPoint system in any liquid, as this can cause significant damage not covered by the warranty. 4.1 General Cleaning of the OnPoint System Use a lightly damp cloth.
Do not use or store disinfecting fluids above or on the OnPoint Integrated Visualization System. 4.3 Lamp Life Monitoring and Replacement Each time you turn on the OnPoint unit, the monitor will display the number of hours of lamp life remaining: Hours Remaining...
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Operation and Care Manual 3. Disengage the fuses as shown. Replace with new fuses. WARNING: USE 3.15A, 250V, TYPE F FUSES ONLY. 4. Place the fuse holder back in the unit. Push firmly until it snaps into place.
™ 5.0 Troubleshooting Scenario The unit will not operate. No fans blowing, with a blank screen. 1. Check all power connections to the OnPoint unit. Check the ™ power cable connection to the wall outlet and the rear of the OnPoint unit.
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3. If your lamp is good or is now replaced, and light output is now still low, the light fibers in the camera cable may be damaged. Please contact Biomet Microfixation for service. Contact Biomet Microfixation for Customer Care 904.741.4400 (press 5 for customer service) 800.874.7711...
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Manufactured for : For more information on the OnPoint Scope System, please contact us ™ GLOBAL HEADQUARTERS 1520 Tradeport Drive • Jacksonville, FL 32218-2480 Tel (904) 741-4400 • Toll-Free (800) 874-7711 Fax (904) 741-4500 www.biometmicrofixation.com EUROPE Toermalijnring 600 • 3316 LC Dordrecht • The Netherlands Tel +31 78 629 29 10 •...
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