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Bioness Inc.
25103 Rye Canyon Loop
Valencia, CA 91355 USA
Telephone: 800.211.9136 or 661.362.4850
Email: info@bioness.com
Website: www.bioness.com
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MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
AS TO ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE AND
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©2019 Bioness Inc.
ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1 (2005) + AMD (2012)
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60601-1 (2008) + (2014)
612-00624-001 Rev. L
E359825
08/2019

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  • Page 1 Bioness Inc. 25103 Rye Canyon Loop Valencia, CA 91355 USA Telephone: 800.211.9136 or 661.362.4850 Email: info@bioness.com Website: www.bioness.com Bioness Europe B.V. Stationsweg 41 3331 LR Zwijndrecht, The Netherlands Telephone: +31.78.625.6088 Email: international@nl.bioness.com Website: www.bioness.com Rx Only MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AS TO ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE AND...
  • Page 2 Clinician's Guide...
  • Page 4 For more information on patents visit Bioness website at: https://www.bioness.com/Patents.php Disclaimer Bioness Inc. shall not be liable for any injury or damage suffered by any person, either directly or indirectly, as a result of the unauthorized use or repair of Bioness Inc. products. Bioness does not accept any responsibility for any damage caused to its products, either directly or indirectly, as a result of use and/or repair by unauthorized personnel.
  • Page 5 List of Symbols Warning Caution Consult Instructions for Use Re-Order Number Manufacturer Serial Number European Authorized Representative Temperature Limitation Humidity Limitation Atmospheric Pressure Limitation This product must not be disposed of with other household waste Keep Dry BF Applied Part Complies with the European Union Medical Device Directive Clinician's Guide...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Selecting a Harness Size ..........................7 Donning a Patient Harness ..........................7 Chapter 4: Starting the Vector Elite System and Software ............9 Turning the System On and Off ........................9 Launching the Vector Gait & Safety Software ....................10 Main Menu Screen ..........................
  • Page 7 Enabling Gait Smoothing ........................34 Enabling Ascent Assist ..........................35 Treadmill Integration with the Vector Elite Software ..................35 Connecting the Treadmill to the Vector Elite System ..................35 Treadmill Controls ............................37 Chapter 7: Vector Outcome Measures ..................41 Types of Outcome Measure Tests .........................
  • Page 8 Charging the Remote Control ........................77 Chapter 10: Multi-Trolley Sync Feature ..................79 Sync Menu ..............................79 Chapter 11: Vector Elite Software Administrator Menu ............. 81 Accessing the Administrator Menu ......................... 81 Admin Menu ..............................82 Admin Menu Options ..........................82 Patient Database Menu ...........................
  • Page 9 Import a Patient Account ......................... 84 Add Users Menu ............................. 85 Backup and Restore Database Menu ...................... 86 Troubleshooting Menu ..........................88 System Settings Menu ..........................88 Tracking Responsiveness ........................88 Chapter 12: Troubleshooting ......................91 Troubleshooting WiFi Connection Issues ...................... 91 Troubleshooting PC WiFi Connection Issues ..................

  • Page 10: Chapter 1: Introduction

    The patient may walk along a predetermined path or on a treadmill. The system receives control signals through an encrypted WiFi signal from a PC or remote control. The Vector Elite System is designed to be used in a hospital/professional healthcare facility.

  • Page 11: Power Supply Box

    Vector Elite Trolley The Vector Elite trolley consists of two motors and a rope that attaches to the spreader bar. A computer- controlled motor keeps the trolley at a desired location relative to the patient, and a separate computer- controlled motor ensures that the rope tension is kept at a desired value.

  • Page 12: Chapter 2: Safety Information

    • When using a multi-trolley configured system on the same track, leave a safe distance between patients to prevent collision injury or injury from a patient fall. • In a multi-trolley configured system, while using the manual controls, avoid driving the Vector Elite trolley into the other trolley on the same track.

  • Page 13: Warnings

    • In the event of power failure, carefully remove patient from the harness and step away from the equipment. • Do not use equipment if the Vector Elite trolley has become wet (e.g., from sprinklers) as there is a risk of electrocution. Servicing is required before the equipment may be used.

  • Page 14: Environmental Conditions That Affect Use

    EMC information provided in this manual. Warnings • Do not use the Vector Elite System within three feet (1 meter) of shortwave or microwave therapy equipment. Such equipment may produce instability in the dynamic function of the unit.

  • Page 15: Incident Reporting

    Vector Elite System. • The Vector Elite System may be interfered with by other equipment, even if that other equipment complies with CISPR (International Special Committee on Radio Interference, International Electrotechnical Commission) emission requirements.

  • Page 16: Chapter 3: Patient Harness Fitting Instructions

    Chapter Patient Harness Fitting Instructions The Vector Elite system is used with a patient harness. The sizing chart and fitting instructions in this chapter are for the Maine Anti-Gravity Systems patient harness. Selecting a Harness Size It is important to make sure that the proper size harness is selected for a patient to ensure safety and effectiveness while using the Vector Elite system.
  • Page 17 7. Tighten side straps on lower abdominal support. 8. Adjust side vertical straps, if necessary. 9. Wrap leg supports around the upper thigh and secure the Velcro ® 10. Adjust side vertical straps attached to the leg supports, if necessary. 11.

  • Page 18: Chapter 4: Starting The Vector Elite System And Software

    Figure 4-1: Location of Power Switch on the two models of Power Supply Boxes 2. The Vector Elite trolley will initialize. After approximately 90 seconds, a green light on the posterior of the trolley body will appear, indicating that the power is on and the system started properly.

  • Page 19: Launching The Vector Gait & Safety Software

    Launching the Vector Gait & Safety Software 1. To launch Vector Elite software click on the Vector Gait & Safety System Icon on the desktop. 2. The login screen will open. Use the keyboard to enter in your user name and password. Press the green arrow button to login.
  • Page 20 • Sync Menu – This option allows the user to manually sync the databases. This menu also displays the status of synchronization including timestamp of last successful or failed sync. See the Multi- Trolley Sync feature section of this guide for more information. Chapter 4 - Starting the Vector Elite System and Software...

  • Page 21: Logout Button

    Note: Exit out of the Vector Elite software application when not in use. Exit Button To exit the Vector Elite software application, press the exit button, located in the upper-right corner of the display. See Figure 4-4. The display screen will return to the desktop.

  • Page 22: Chapter 5: Patient Training Menu

    Chapter Patient Training Menu The Patient Training menu is used to create a new patient account, access the database and start a training session. Caution: Incorrect data entry or incorrect retrieval may cause the patient to fall and/or result in serious injury.

  • Page 23: Opening An Existing Patient Account

    Opening an Existing Patient Account 1. From the Main Menu screen, press the Patient Training Menu button. See Figure 4-4. This will open the Patient Menu screen. 2. The screen will display patients currently in the database under the Known Patients list. 3.

  • Page 24: Introduction To The Training Session Screen

    The Training Session screen is divided into four sections: Manual Controls, Training Controls, Outcome Measures and Session Status. See Figure 5-3. Vector Elite systems may interface with a treadmill. The Treadmill Controls will be displayed by selecting the Treadmill Controls tab. See Figure 5-4.

  • Page 25: Manual Controls

    Manual Controls Warning: The Vector Elite system is not intended for patient transport. Using the system as a transport could cause serious patient injury. When the Training Session Screen opens, only the Manual Controls are enabled. See Figure 5-3. The Manual Controls allow the user to winch the rope up and down, and move the trolley along the track.

  • Page 26: Training Controls

    (See pages 18-19 for more information on Dynamic Body Weight Support and Dynamic Unloading) Training Controls In order to enable the Training Controls, the Vector Elite system must detect a load of at least 10 lbs. (4.5 kgs.). See Figure 5-6. Trolley Tracking...
  • Page 27 Trolley Tracking The Trolley Tracking feature keeps the trolley at a desired location relative to the patient. In the normal default setting, the trolley remains directly above the patient during a training session. To change the settings, press the More Training Options button. See Figure 5-6. Then the More Training Options window will appear.
  • Page 28 Save down menu to select between Distance, Active Body Control, or Disabled. See Figure 5-7. When a fall is detected, the Vector Elite system locks the rope winch, stops the trolley and engages the breaks, and deactivates DBWS and Trolley Tracking (if active).
  • Page 29 Caution: Extra precautions should be taken with the patient when the Fall Limit is disabled, due to the possibility of patient injury. Auto Recovery If a fall is detected while Auto Recovery is enabled, the system will maintain rope tension allowing the patient to self-correct and stand up without assistance while preventing the patient from descending farther.

  • Page 30: Treadmill Controls

    The Walking Test button is used to navigate to the Walking Test screen. From this screen a 10 meter walk test, 5 meter walk test, 6 minute walk test, or 2 minute walk test may be initiated and recorded with the patient secured in the Vector Elite system. Session Status Section...

  • Page 31: Emergency Stop And Emergency Lower Buttons

    Emergency Stop and Emergency Lower Buttons In emergency situations, the clinician may use the Emergency Lower or Emergency Stop buttons, found at the bottom of the Training Session screen. See Figure 5-3. Emergency Stop Button The Emergency Stop button stops the trolley and locks it into one position. When the system is in Static Unload Mode, the position of the rope will be maintained regardless of patient movement.

  • Page 32: Attaching A Patient Harness To The Spreader Bar

    Attaching a Patient Harness to the Spreader Bar After the patient has been securely fitted in the harness, attach the harness to the spreader bar. Refer to Chapter 3 for patient harness fitting instructions. 1. Secure the patient. 2. Use the manual control winch down button to lower the rope with spreader bar attached. 3.

  • Page 33: Starting A Training Session

    Starting a Training Session A clinician or assistant must stay by the PC Computer or Remote Control to operate the Vector Elite system software controls during training sessions. A training session must be launched from the PC Computer and not from the Remote Control.

  • Page 34: Changing Fall Prevention Mode During A Training Session

    Note: If DBWS feature is not activated (the button is green), and the system is in Static Unload mode. The position of the rope will be maintained regardless of patient movement. Note: The Trolley Tracking feature and DBWS feature can be activated one at a time or together Changing Fall Prevention Mode During a Training Session The Fall Prevention mode can be changed during a training session.

  • Page 35: Changing The Assistance Level During An Active Body Control Session

    Fall Limit Detection The Vector Elite system can detect and prevent a fall when the fall distance from the Zero Point is equal to or greater than the set Fall Limit setting or when the saved Active Body Control assistance level is exceeded.

  • Page 36: Auto Recovery

    Auto Recovery If a fall is detected while Auto Recovery is enabled, a Fall Prevention window will be displayed indicating that Auto Recovery is in progress. See Figure 5-19. 1. Allow the patient to self-correct and stand up without assistance. 2.

  • Page 37: Session Summary Screen

    Session Summary Screen The clinician can record notes for each training session, including the activities performed, level of exertions, and the assistive device used. Since the training is still in progress, the contents of the Session Summary section that includes the average speed and total time is empty. The contents of the Session Summary section will be completed after the training session.

  • Page 38: Vector Elite Time-Out Feature

    Vector Elite Time-Out Feature If Vector Elite software detects no activity for 15 minutes, the system logs out automatically. See Figure 5-22. The Time-Out feature will not activate during a training session. Figure 5-22: Vector Time-Out Window Chapter 5: Patient Training Menu...
  • Page 39 Clinician's Guide...

  • Page 40: Chapter 6: Advanced Training Features

    Chapter Advanced Training Features Advanced Trolley Tracking In addition to the basic Trolley Tracking functionality, two aspects of Trolley Tracking behavior can be customized from the Training Session screen. See Figure 6-1. Trolley Cue: Adjustment of trolley position relative to the patient. Trolley Range: Restriction of trolley movement within a specified distance from a specified point.

  • Page 41: Enabling Posterior & Anterior Cue

    Enabling Posterior Cue & Anterior Cue 1. Select the Cue Tab. A drop-down menu will be displayed. See Figure 6-1. Figure 6-2: Trolley Cue Mode Drop-Down Menu Figure 6-1: Advanced Trolley Tracking Cue Tab 2. Open the drop-down menu and select the Posterior Cue or Anterior Cue mode. See Figure 6-2. 3.

  • Page 42: Trolley Range

    Advanced Body Weight Support Advanced Body Weight Support can be used to add automation to the unloading assistance provided by the Vector Elite system during activities such as overground gait training and Sit-to-stand exercises. Gait Smoothing This feature automatically adjusts the set unloading based on changes in the patient’s vertical displacement.

  • Page 43: Ascent Assist

    Smoothing will not decrease the active unloading below 2/3 of the original set unloading or increase it past 50% of the patient’s body weight. Ascent Assist This feature provides the patient with vertical lift assistance for sit-to-stand activities. During the standing portion of the exercise, the system monitors the patient’s standing speed.

  • Page 44: Enabling Ascent Assist

    When disabled, the button will turn green again. Treadmill Integration with the Vector Elite Software The Vector Elite System can be used in combination with body weight supported treadmill training. Once integrated, the Vector software can be used to control the speed, incline, and belt direction of the treadmill from the PC and Remote Control devices.
  • Page 45 Figure 6-11: PC to Treadmill Connection 3. From the Training Session screen in the Vector PC software, select the treadmill icon to open the Treadmill Controls Tab and press the Connect Treadmill button. See Figure 6-12. Note: Manual controls are hidden when accessing the Treadmill Controls tab. To access manual controls for the trolley and spreader bar, select the Manual Controls tab.

  • Page 46: Treadmill Controls

    Figure 6-13: Treadmill Connection Error Treadmill Controls After establishing connection with the treadmill, the Treadmill Controls Tab on the Vector software can be used to start, stop, and modify settings on the treadmill. Speed, incline, and belt direction can be adjusted from the PC or Remote Control.
  • Page 47 Figure 6-15: Minimum Unloading Error 2. When the treadmill is active, the Start button will be replaced by the Pause button which can be used to pause the treadmill session as needed. See Figure 6-16. 3. The (+) and (-) buttons can be used to adjust speed and incline. See Figure 6-16. 4.
  • Page 48 Figure 6-17: Fall Prevented Dialog Box 6. To end the treadmill session, press the Stop button and confirm on the dialog box. See Figure 6-18. Note: After the Stop button is selected, the previously used treadmill settings will be cleared, even if the Cancel button is selected on the dialog box.

  • Page 50: Chapter 7: Vector Outcome Measures

    Chapter Vector Outcome Measures Vector Elite systems that feature the Outcome Measures software module can run standardized tests, such as the Timed Up and Go (TUG) Test and Walking Tests. The Outcome Measures software module allows a user to start and stop a test, collect data during a test, and provide test results, graphs, and reports.

  • Page 51: Course Setup

    Course Setup Follow the course setup instructions in the table below for each Outcome Measures test type. Make sure the entire course is within a usable track space that avoids any obstacles and track end stops. Note: Using the same section of track for all test runs (of each test type) will help provide more consistent results.

  • Page 52: Timed Up And Go (Tug) Test

    Timed Up and Go (TUG) Test 1. From the Training Session screen on the PC use the Vector manual controls to position the patient at the start of the course, seated in the chair. Activate Trolley Tracking and Dynamic Body Weight Support by pressing the Trolley Tracking and DBWS buttons.
  • Page 53 5. A Get Ready to Start window will appear and the countdown will begin. See Figure 7-3. Figure 7-3: Get Ready to Start Window 6. The patient will then stand, walk out 3 meters to the cone, turn around by walking around the cone, walk back, and return to a seated position in the chair.
  • Page 54 7. The test results and graphs are displayed on the screen. The TUG test time is displayed in the Test Score Box. To review the test, press the Playback button. See Figure 7-5. 8. Complete the Assessments section. See Figure 7-5. 9.

  • Page 55: Walking Tests

    Walking Tests 1. Position the patient at the start of the course. 2. From the Training Session screen, activate Trolley Tracking and Dynamic Body Weight Support by pressing the Trolley Tracking and DBWS buttons. 3. From the Training Session screen, press the Walking Test button. 4.
  • Page 56 Note: Press the Stop button to cancel the test. See Figure 7-7. The test will automatically stop at the selected distance or time. Stop Test Score Back Figure 7-7: Outcome Measures Walking Test Screen (Active Test) 11. The test results and graphs will be displayed on the screen. The Walk Test Score will be displayed in the test score box.

  • Page 57: Adjusting Training Controls During An Outcome Measures Test

    Test Score Instruction Guide Assessments Section Export Screen View Summary Graph Playback Save Save As Baseline Figure 7-8: Outcome Measures Walking Tests Screen (Test Results, Graphs, and Buttons) Adjusting Training Controls During an Outcome Measures Test All of the Training Controls including Trolley Tracking, Dynamic Unloading and the Fall Limit setting can be adjusted while an Outcome Measures test is active.

  • Page 58: Chapter 8: Manual Control, Summaries, And Reference Library Menus

    Chapter Manual Control, Summaries, and Reference Library Menus The Manual Control, Summaries, and Reference Material Library menus can be accessed from the Main Menu screen. See Figure 8-1. Patient Training Menu Summaries Menu Reference Library Menu Manual Control Menu Figure 8-1: Main Menu Screen Manual Control Menu From the Main Menu screen, press the Manual Control menu button to open the Manual Control menu.
  • Page 59 Figure 8-2: Manual Controls Menu A minimum tension of 0.5 lbs. (0.23 kgs.) must be applied to the rope to manually winch down. This is achieved by allowing the spreader bar to hang freely. This minimum tension prevents damage to trolley hardware pieces including the winch drum, finger guard and rope.

  • Page 60: Summaries Menu

    Summaries Menu 1. To open the Patient Training Summaries screen and view training session data from any patient, press the Summaries Menu button on the Main Menu. 2. Once a patient has been selected, a list of their training sessions will appear in the Sessions List. See Figure 8-4.
  • Page 61 Outcome Measure Single Training Session Summary Training History Figure 8-5: Patient Training Summary 4. This displays the Session Summary. including the average speed and total distance traveled. From the Session Notes section, record the activities performed, assistive device used, level of exertion and any comments related to the training session.
  • Page 62 7. From the Training Session Summary screen, press Training Session Graph. See Figure 8-6. This displays the summary in graph format. See Figure 8-7. Training Session Summary Training History Export Data Export Screen Figure 8-7: Training Session Graph 8. To go back to the Training Session Summary screen, press the Training Session Summary button. 9.
  • Page 63 Training Session Summary Export Data Export Screen Figure 8-8: Training History (for Outcome Measures Software Module) 11. If your system features the Outcome Measures software module, you will see an Outcome Measures Summary button on the Patient Training Summaries screen. See Figure 8-9. Outcome Measures Summary Figure 8-9: Outcome Measures Summary Clinician's Guide...
  • Page 64 12. From the Patient Training Summaries screen, select a patient from the Known Patients list and press the Outcome Measures Summary button. See Figure 8-10. 13. The Outcome Measures Summary screen displays list of saved test runs, organized under tabs for TUG, 10 Meter Walk, 5 Meter Walk, 6 Minute Walk, and 2 Minute Walk.
  • Page 65 Save Save As Baseline Playback Outcome Measures Graph Export Report Figure 8-10: Outcome Measures Summary Screen 14. From the Outcome Measures Summary screen, press the Outcome Measures Graph button. See Figure 8-9. The Outcome Measures Graph screen will open for the test type (tab) that is currently selected.

  • Page 66: Reference Library Menu

    Reference Library Menu From the Main Menu screen press the Reference Library Menu button to open the Reference Library Menu screen. See Figure 8-12. Press the Training Videos button to access a folder where training videos are stored. Press the Instruction Guide button to access an electronic version of the clinician guide. Instruction Guide Training Videos Figure 8-12: Reference Library Menu Screen...

  • Page 68: Chapter 9: Vector Elite Remote Control

    Chapter Vector Elite Remote Control The remote control has a large subset of the Vector Elite PC capabilities. The remote control is a Samsung Galaxy S6 (or equivalent) with the Vector Elite software application. The remote control is an accessory device that is not required to operate the Vector Elite system, but does it provide convenience for the user.

  • Page 69: Manual Control Screen

    Manual Control Screen When the Remote Control Vector Elite Software Application is launched the Manual Controls screen will open. The remote control buttons allow the user to winch the rope up and down and to move the trolley along the track in either direction.

  • Page 70: Status Screen

    To look up the software version press the Reference button. Take Control Screen The Take Control screen transfers control of the Vector Elite system from the PC to the remote control. Press the Take Control button to transfer control from the PC to the remote control. See Figure 9-3.

  • Page 71: Remote Control Outcome Measures

    Figure 9-4: Treadmill Controls Screen Remote Control Outcome Measures For Vector Elite systems that feature the Outcome Measures software module, the remote control also features two additional software screens, as well as the four screens discussed in the previous section of this chapter.

  • Page 72: Controlling Device Status

    Figure 9-5: Remote Control TUG Test and Walking Tests Screens Controlling Device Status Only one device (PC or remote control) can be in control of the Vector Elite system at any given time. This is a safety feature designed to prevent conflicting commands from being issued. Both devices display on the screens whether they are or are not in control.
  • Page 73 Figure 9-7: Location of Take Control Button, PC (Left) and Remote Control (Right) If the controlling device loses communication with the Vector Elite trolley, the trolley will automatically transfer control to the other device. For example, if the remote control battery dies while in use, the trolley will automatically transfer control to the PC.

  • Page 74: Using The Remote Control For A Patient Training Session

    Figure 9-8: Message Window on PC (Left) and on Remote Control (Right) Using the Remote Control for a Patient Training Session A patient training session has to always be started from the PC in order for the Vector Elite system to capture patient data.

  • Page 75: Changing Fall Prevention Mode During A Training Session

    Changing Fall Prevention Mode During a Training Session The Fall Prevention mode can be changed during a training session. 1. Use the Fall Prevention drop-down menu. Distance, Active Body Control, or Disabled. The Save button will turn red. See Figure 9-9. Save 2.

  • Page 76: Disabling The Fall Limit

    When a fall is prevented, the trolley locks and goes into Static Unload mode. 1. When the Vector Elite system detects a fall, the Fall Prevented window appear. See Figure 9-11. 2. Press the Winch Up button, to return the patient to standing position. You can also use the Emergency Lower button to lower the patient to the ground.

  • Page 77: Using The Remote Control With An Integrated Treadmill

    A Fall Prevention window will be displayed indicating that Auto Recovery is in progress. See Figure 9-12. 1. Allow the patient to self-correct and stand up without assistance. 2. When the patient reaches the original standing position, Trolley Tracking and DBWS will resume their normal operation automatically.
  • Page 78 Note: If the system does not detect a minimum of 10 pounds on the spreader bar, an error will be displayed and the treadmill will not start. See Figure 9-16. Start Figure 9-15: Treadmill Controls Screen Figure 9-16: Minimum Loading Error Chapter 9 - Vector Elite Remote Control...
  • Page 79 5. When the treadmill is active, the Start button will be replaced by the Pause button which can be used to pause the treadmill session as needed. 6. The Up and Down arrow buttons can be used to adjust speed and incline. 7.
  • Page 80 Note: After the Stop button is selected, the previously used treadmill settings will be cleared, even if the Cancel button is selected on the dialog box. Figure 9-19: Disconnect Treadmill Confirmation Dialog Box Chapter 9 - Vector Elite Remote Control...

  • Page 81: Using The Remote Control For An Outcome Measures Test

    Using the Remote Control for an Outcome Measures Test To capture patient data, a training system must be started from the PC. Please refer to Chapter 6, Vector Outcome Measures. TUG Test 1. On the remote control, select the Take Control tab and press the Take Control button. 2.

  • Page 82: Walk Test

    9. Return to the PC to review test results, fill in assessments, and save the test. The test can also be saved as a baseline or exported as a screen capture from the PC. Note: To save the test results, you must press the Save button on the PC. Chapter 9 - Vector Elite Remote Control...

  • Page 83: Emergency Stop And Emergency Lower

    To control the Vector Elite system without capturing training data: 1. Turn on the Vector Elite trolley and then turn on the remote control to establish a connection. 2. If the Trolley Tracking and/or DBWS buttons are pressed, without the PC establishing connection to the trolley or a patient account being selected and a training session initiated from the PC, then you will see a warning message stating, “Training data is currently not being saved.”...

  • Page 84: Intuitive Body Weight Support

    3. A popup message will be displayed with instructions for verifying patient weight and ensuring that the patient is standing. If the displayed weight is incorrect, it must be updated prior to using this feature. See Figure 9-25. Chapter 9 - Vector Elite Remote Control...

  • Page 85: Trolley Cue

    Figure 9-25 Figure 9-26 4. When Ascent Assist is enabled, the button will turn red. See Figure 9-26. 5. When finished with the Ascent Assist feature, press the red Ascent Assist button to disable it. When disabled, the button will turn green again. Trolley Cue Posterior Cue &...

  • Page 86: Charging The Remote Control

    Figure 9-29: Warning Message - Training Data Not Being Saved Charging the Remote Control The remote control should be charged daily. Use the supplied AC adaptor and/or the micro USB cable for charging. Chapter 9 - Vector Elite Remote Control...
  • Page 87 Clinician's Guide...

  • Page 88: Chapter 10: Multi-Trolley Sync Feature

    This also enables any patient to be trained and have data stored to their patient files using any of the available Vector Elite trolleys. The databases will automatically sync multiple times throughout the day. It is recommended that at the end of the day, on each computer, to transition to the Vector login screen for several minutes prior to exiting the Vector Elite software.
  • Page 89 2. The Multi-trolley Database Synchronization window will appear. Sync Now Figure 10-2: Multi-Trolley Database Synchronization Window 3. The window displays how many patient records need to be synced. Press the Sync Now button. See Figure 10-2. 4. From the Main Menu screen on the second computer, press the Sync Menu button. 5.

  • Page 90: Chapter 11: Vector Elite Software Administrator Menu

    Chapter Vector Elite Software Administrator Menu The administrator has a higher level of privileges within the Vector Elite software. Administrator privileges include: • Managing the patient database (including patient import and export) • Managing user accounts (create and close accounts) •...

  • Page 91: Admin Menu

    System Settings Logout Figure 11-2: Admin Menu Screen Admin Menu The Vector Elite Admin Menu screen has five menu options that appear as buttons with descriptive icons. See Figure 11-2. Admin Menu Options: • Patient Database menu • Add Users menu •...

  • Page 92: Edit A Patient Account

    1. Select a patient from the Known Patients list and press the Delete Patient button. See Figure 11-3. 2. A warning dialog window will appear. 3. Press the check (√) button to delete the patient account. Chapter 11 - Vector Elite Software Administrator Menu...

  • Page 93: Import A Patient Account

    4. Press the check (√) button when the exporting window states "Complete". Note: There is no effect on the patient account, training data, or ability to train on the current Vector Elite system if a patient is exported. The export file is a copy.

  • Page 94: Add Users Menu

    To edit a user account: 1. Select the user's name from the Known Users list. 2. Press the Edit button. See Figure 11-5. 3. Make revisions to the data fields. 4. Press the Save button. Chapter 11 - Vector Elite Software Administrator Menu...

  • Page 95: Backup And Restore Database Menu

    The Backup and Restore Database Menu allows the administrator to backup the database to a disc and restore the database to the PC. Every time a user starts the Vector Elite system, a program automatically backs up the database as encrypted files.
  • Page 96 Save button. See Figure 11-7. Figure 11-7: Backup Database Save As Window To Restore the Database to the PC: 1. From the Backup/Restore Menu screen, press the Restore Database button. See Figure 11-6. Chapter 11 - Vector Elite Software Administrator Menu...

  • Page 97: Troubleshooting Menu

    The System Settings menu is used by the administrator to change the language settings, formatting, measurement units, enter clinic information, and activate software modules. The System Settings menu also lists the version of Vector Elite software that is installed. See Figure 11-9. Tracking Responsiveness This feature allows the clinician to adjust how responsive the trolley is to patient movements.
  • Page 98 1. Select the unit setting from the drop-down menu. 2. Press the Save button. To enter clinic information: 1. Press the Clinic Information button. See Figure 11-9. 2. The Clinic Information window will appear. See Figure 11-10. Chapter 11 - Vector Elite Software Administrator Menu...
  • Page 99 Save Exit Upload Figure 11-10: Clinic Information Window 3. Enter information in some or all of the fields. Check the box if you wish to include patient identifiers on the Outcome Measures PDF reports. 4. To upload a logo, press the Upload button. The Select a Picture window will appear. Select the file and press the Check Mark button to save.

  • Page 100: Chapter 12: Troubleshooting

    Vector Elite system and Software" chapter in this guide for more information. Additionally make sure that the PC and remote control are within range of the Vector Elite trolley. The PC and remote control need to be within 20 feet (6 meters) of the Vector Elite trolley for proper WiFi connection.

  • Page 101: Elite Trolley Light Indicators

    Table 12-1: Vector Elite Trolley Indicator Lights Troubleshooting Error Codes When a trolley error is detected, an Error Code will appear. These errors will cause the Vector Elite trolley to stop the motors and enter safe mode. The Error Codes all show the same message with specific number representing each Error Code.
  • Page 102 Table 12-2: Error Code Descriptions Error Code Description of Error Solution A non-specific trolley error The Vector Elite system requires power cycling to reboot: Contractor error • Turn the power off • Turn the power back on Hardware interlock for the •...

  • Page 104: Chapter 13: Service And Maintenance

    • Inspect the trolley body, if needed, wipe the trolley body with a clean dry non-abrasive cloth. Warning: Make sure the Vector Elite system is powered off at the wall mounted power supply box before wiping the trolley body or mechanical track. Items to be inspected and maintained on an annual basis: •...

  • Page 105: Cleaning The Patient Harness

    • Replace the Support Rope connecting the trolley to the spreader bar annually. Call Bioness 800.211.9136, Option 3 (in the United States) or your local distributor (outside of the United States) for a service appointment. Only Bioness-approved service technicians can perform this service activity.

  • Page 106: Chapter 14: Technical Specifications

    Chapter Technical Specifications Vector Elite System Technical Specifications 36 inches (91.4 cm) long, 25 inches (63.5 cm) Trolley dimensions wide, and 11 inches (27.9 cm) tall Cover is ABS V0 plastic, base is aluminum grade Trolley material 60601-T6 Trolley patient weight limit 500 lbs.
  • Page 107 Clinician's Guide...

  • Page 108: Chapter 15: Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc) Information

    Electromagnetic Immunity for All Equipment and Systems The Vector Elite System is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Vector Elite System should assure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity Test...
  • Page 109 Electromagnetic Immunity for All Equipment and Systems The Vector Elite System is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Vector Elite System should assure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity Test...
  • Page 110 Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration—Electromagnetic Immunity The Vector Elite System is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Vector Elite System should assure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity...
  • Page 111 Recommended Separation Distances Between Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment and the Vector Elite System The Vector Elite System is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the Vector Elite System can help prevent...

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