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NSTRUCTION MANUAL
SOMNOwatch™
Caution: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
Caution: Federal law restricts this
device to sale by or on the order of a
physician.
USA
VERSION 2013/07/01
SOMNOmedics America, Inc. – 815 Ponce de Leon Boulevard – FL33134 Coral Gables
Toll free number: 866-361-9937
E-Mail: info@somnomedics-diagnostics.com – Internet: www.somnomedics-diagnostics.com

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  • Page 1 Caution: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. Caution: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. SOMNOmedics America, Inc. – 815 Ponce de Leon Boulevard – FL33134 Coral Gables Toll free number: 866-361-9937 E-Mail: info@somnomedics-diagnostics.com – Internet: www.somnomedics-diagnostics.com...
  • Page 2 Head Office: SOMNOmedics America, Inc. 815 Ponce de Leon Boulevard FL33134 Coral Gables Toll free number: 866-361-9937 Fax: 415-373-4443 E-Mail: info@somnomedics-diagnostics.com Internet: www.somnomedics-diagnostics.com Rev. 4 All proper names marked with TM are protected copyright by SOMNOmedics.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Configurations ..........................6 Safety instructions ......................... 8 Docking Station Driver Installation ....................9 WinXP ............................9 Operating Instructions ......................... 10 How to switch the SOMNOwatch™ On ..................10 Recording Measurements ......................10 5.2.1 Safety Instructions ......................10 Initializing the SOMNOwatch™ ..................10 5.2.2...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    1 Introduction The SOMNOmedics team would like to thank you for purchasing this product. We are confident that you will enjoy using the SOMNOwatch™ for many years. The SOMNOwatch™ has been developed by SOMNOmedics to meet the highest quality control standards available.
  • Page 5: About The Somnowatch

    Please refer to the safety instructions in chapter 3. 2.2 Model and Device Number When unpacking the SOMNOwatch™, check to make sure that all items are in good condition and that all accessories correspond to the delivery note. Also compare the Model on the delivery note with the label on the bottom of SOMNOwatch™...
  • Page 6: Elements Of Keyboard

    2.4 Configurations The SOMNOwatch™ is available in 2 different configurations. All configurations include a SOMNOwatch™ with Docking Station and Battery Charger, a USB adapter cable, a Carry Bag for housing the SOMNOwatch™, Instruction Manuals and the DOMINOlight Link US software for...
  • Page 7 Actigraphy/ Actigraphy PLM- MODULES, Analysis CHANNELS, ACCESSORIES Integrated Channels ● ● 3 Activity Sensors (X,Y,Z – Axis) ● ● Ambient Light ● ● Patient Marker ● ● Body Position Modules ○ ● PLM Analyser Accessories ● ● Watch Strap (Size M) ○...
  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    This device complies with the IP-Protection-Class "54". This Classification states that the SOMNOwatch™ is dust and splash proof. Do not use an autoclave for cleaning the SOMNOwatch™ or any of its accessories. Follow the manufactures instructions when using disinfectants. Keep to the prescribed dose and contact time.
  • Page 9: Docking Station Driver Installation

    4 Docking Station Driver Installation 4.1 WinXP The first time you connect the SOMNOwatch™ Docking Station to a USB- port the following window will occur: Click on Continue Anyway to start the installation of the driver. Please choose the option No, not this time and click on the Next button Click on Finish to complete the installation.
  • Page 10: Operating Instructions

    The start and end of a measurement is programmed with the delivered software. 5.2 Recording Measurements 5.2.1 Safety Instructions The date and time of the PC system clock is delivered to the SOMNOwatch™ during the initialisation. Therefore it is important to have preset the right date and time.
  • Page 11 Patient Data Input:  Enter the data into the corresponding fields (see fig. 5-2). Type carefully as this information will be saved for later use. It is important to enter a Patient ID number. This number is used to store the Patient Data in the optional Patient Database.
  • Page 12 Now you have to choose a montage. The channels which will be recorded are defined here. Descriptions (see fig. 5-4 and fig. 5-5 ) Montages: (1) Select an already existing montage or define a new one with the button Save as … . Power-Saving Mode:(2) The activity sensor for the Z-Axis is deactivated.
  • Page 13: Readout Of Measurement

    5.2.3 Readout of measurement Once there are one or more measurements on the SOMNOwatch™, it is possible to readout these with the DOMINOlight Link US software and the Docking Station. Please proceed as follows: What to do? Connect the SOMNOwatch™ to the Docking Station.
  • Page 14: Attachment Of The Somnowatch

    6 Attachment of the SOMNOwatch™ 6.1 Actigraphy recording Wrist Belt: Repeat at other side Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Apply SOMNOwatch at the non dominant wrist. fig. 6-1: Applying SOMNOwatch for Activity recording -14-...
  • Page 15: Plm Recording

    6.2 PLM recording Foot Strap: Sideview Step 1 Step 2 Final Apply SOMNOwatch to one ankle with the AUX input facing up. fig. 6-2: Applying SOMNOwatch for PLM recording -15-...
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Possible Reason What to do? Analysis Unable to start Display Registration code Contact SOMNOmedics Support and request the Program. not entered. registration code. Enter the registration code into the Global Preferences in the Folders menu. After entering the code, click on the Save and Exit button.
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    Wipe the case using only mild detergents. DO NOT use a wet or fluffy cloth. Other disinfectants, approved by DGHM, may be used after testing that they do not damage the surface of the device. Do not use an autoclave for cleaning the SOMNOwatch™ or any of its accessories. Disinfection of Straps: Article...
  • Page 18: Service

    9 Service 9.1 Technical specification 6 CHANNELS 6 Internal Channels: 3 Activity Sensors for X-Y-Z Axis, Body Positon, Ambient Light, Patient Marker) DATA PROCESSING 12 Bit ADC Different Sampling Rates Adjustable ( 1/120s - 128/s ) Different Storage Rates Adjustable ( 1/120s - 128/s ) Internal Data Storage 8 MB POWER SUPPLY Rechargeable Li ION battery (630mAh)
  • Page 19: Malfunctions

    The device is not working correctly (poor measurements) Components are loose or fit poorly Connectors are damaged (crushed or cut cables) Please contact your local distributor for a fast response or contact SOMNOmedics for a fast and efficient response. Please see chapter 9.6. 9.3 Warranty SOMNOmedics will only guarantee the Safety, Reliability and Operation of the SOMNOwatch™...
  • Page 20: Contact

    Our 24 hour telephone hotline provides a high level of support at all times: Hotline: 866 361 9937 You can send us important information by fax on: 415 373 4443 We also provide service and support via e-mail on: service@somnomedics.de -20-...
  • Page 21: Notes

    10 Notes -21-...

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