Emg Mode; Electrodes - natus Dantec Clavis User Manual

EMG Mode

In the EMG mode, the device is used for needle electrode examinations. Throughout the procedure,
Dantec Clavis will emit a series of audible signals varying in intensity and frequency that will help
monitoring the localization of the targeted muscle or nerve.
Note that the Sound Signal

Electrodes

CAUTION: Only electrodes recommended by Natus must be used. Refer to the Neurodiagnostics
Supplies section of this user guide for further information.
Connecting the Electrode Leads to the Device
Before starting the procedure, connect the electrode leads to their corresponding color-coded connectors
as shown in fig. 2 below.
Ref. Symbol
1
2
3
4

Connect the ground electrode to the green patient ground connector (

Connect the reference electrode to the red reference connector (

If needed to reduce impedance, connect another reference electrode to the additional red reference
connector ( ) (3).

Connect the EMG needle electrode to the black connector (
Dantec Clavis User
flashes a green light when EMG is activated.
Figure 2. EMG Electrode Connections
EMG Electrodes
Patient Ground
Reference
Reference (additional)
EMG input (active)
Guide
) (2).
) (4).
11
Color
Green
Red
Red
Black
) (1).