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CardioPet ECG Device and CardioPet Software User Guides CardioPet ECG Device CardioPet Software for Windows PC CardioPet App for Android Mobile Device CardioPet App for Apple iPad Integrating an App with IDEXX Web PACS or IDEXX-PACS ECG Quality and Troubleshooting...
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Working with ECGs in the CardioPet app ..................... 36 Integrating the CardioPet App with IDEXX Web PACS or IDEXX-PACS Integrating the CardioPet application with IDEXX Web PACS or IDEXX-PACS ..........39 ECG Quality and Troubleshooting Examples of diagnostic ECGs ........................42 ECG Quality Indicator tool ..........................
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Contents Connecting batteries and cable ........................6 Turning the device on/off ........................6 CardioPet device lights and what they mean ..................7 Preparing the patient and attaching clips ....................... 8 Maintenance and specifications ........................9 Cleaning and maintaining the CardioPet device ................9 Replacing and recycling batteries ......................
Connecting batteries and cable To insert batteries into the CardioPet* ECG Device and connect the cables: 1. Insert two AA batteries (included) into the back of the device. WARNING: Never use rechargeable batteries. They may cause a fire hazard. Always use nonrechargeable alkaline batteries.
CardioPet device lights and what they mean The Bluetooth* light to the left of the power button will illuminate when the CardioPet device is streaming to a designated device in the CardioPet app or software. ECG is streaming Power button is on CardioPet* ECG Device...
Preparing the patient and attaching clips To prepare the patient and attach clips: 1. Place the animal on a padded surface in right-lateral recumbency. Note: The patient can also stand upright or be in sternal position; however, be sure to note these positions in the patient history when you submit the case.
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Contents Installing the CardioPet software and establishing a Bluetooth connection ..........12 Minimum PC requirements ....................... 12 Installing the CardioPet software ...................... 12 Pairing the CardioPet device with the CardioPet software ............... 13 Entering ECG viewer settings ......................15 Working with ECGs in the CardioPet app ..................... 16 Streaming and recording an ECG ....................
CardioPet software, contact your practice’s system administrator or IT person for assistance. 2. When asked to specify your clinic ID, enter the Account Number from your IDEXX billing statements, as shown below. The Account Number consists of numbers only.
2. If the icon or radios option is not present, follow the instructions in the package you received from IDEXX to install the Bluetooth adapter and appropriate ASUS* drivers before continuing. IMPORTANT: If the adapter is needed, it must remain connected to your computer at all times.
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Second, pair the CardioPet device with the CardioPet software: 1. Start the CardioPet software, and then select Settings in the top left corner. 2. Select Telemedicine. 3. Complete the VetMedStat User Name and VetMedStat Password fields, using your practice’s VetMedStat* account information. The account name is three letters followed by four numbers. The password is case sensitive.
9. Enter these settings: Recording Time: Select the recording duration you prefer (30 or 60 seconds). Weight Unit: Select the weight units you prefer (Kg or Lb). Quality Indicator Species Selection: Select Always Ask Species unless all ECGs will be performed on just one of the listed species.
Working with ECGs in the CardioPet app Streaming and recording an ECG 1. Open the CardioPet app 2. Turn on the CardioPet device. When the wireless communication light turns on, the ECG starts streaming automatically in the CardioPet app. 3. Click New ECG in top left corner of screen. 4.
The livestream and recording stop automatically once the app records the ECG for 30 or 60 seconds (depending on your setting). 7. To turn off the CardioPet device, press and hold the power button for about 5 seconds; the device will also turn off automatically after 5 minutes of inactivity.
3. (Optional) To record an additional ECG, tap New ECG in the upper left corner of the screen. Notes: • Patient ID must be unique. • Using the patient ID from your practice management system is recommended. Be sure to check with your practice management system provider to determine whether a patient ID is in use.
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4. In the Upload window, select one of the following: • Finish Now: To open vetmedstat.com, where you can complete the case immediately. • Finish Later: To upload the ECG without opening vetmedstat.com. You must log on to vetmedstat.com later to complete the case. Use this option if there is a case already started with other image files.
CardioPet App for Android Mobile Device User guide...
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Installing the CardioPet app and establishing a Bluetooth connection ............23 Preparing the tablet .......................... 23 Installing the app ..........................23 Pairing the CardioPet ECG Device and configuring settings ............23 Entering ECG viewer settings ........................25 Working with ECGs in the CardioPet app ..................... 26 Streaming and recording an ECG ....................
Minimum requirements IMPORTANT: This section applies only to systems that are not integrated with the IDEXX-PACS* Imaging Software or IDEXX Web PACS* software. Contact IDEXX Telemedicine Consultants at 1-800-726-1212 for additional information about integration. • The tablet’s Android* operating system must be version 7.1 or later.
Installing the CardioPet app 1. Tap the Google Play icon. 2. Search for IDEXX CardioPet, and then choose Install. 3. Agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. 4. Open the CardioPet app when the installation is complete. Pairing the CardioPet ECG Device and configuring settings IMPORTANT: Only one instance of the software or app can be used at a time;...
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Bluetooth a. If no device is listed in the Bluetooth section, tap Refresh (assuming Bluetooth technology is enabled). b. Select the device name that starts with the letters CP and matches the serial number on the back of the device. Refreshing may take a few minutes the first time. c.
Entering ECG viewer settings 1. To access the ECG Viewer Settings screen, tap Settings at the bottom left side of the CardioPet app. These settings apply to how the ECG is viewed on the Android’s screen and do not impact the saved ECG file.
Working with ECGs in the CardioPet app Streaming and recording an ECG 1. Open the CardioPet app on the Android tablet. 2. Turn on the CardioPet device. When the wireless communication light turns on, the ECG starts streaming automatically in the CardioPet app.
3. (Optional) To record an additional ECG, tap Live ECG in the upper left corner of the screen. • Patient ID must be unique. Using the patient ID from your practice management system is recommended. Be sure to check with your practice management system provider to determine whether a patient ID is in use.
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Contents Minimum requirements ..........................30 Checking compatibility..........................31 Configuring general iPad settings ........................ 32 Installing the CardioPet app and configuring app settings ................34 Configuring ECG viewer settings ........................35 Working with ECGs in the CardioPet app ..................... 36 Streaming and recording an ECG ....................36 Selecting the patient and saving the ECG ..................
Minimum requirements IMPORTANT: This section applies only to systems that are not integrated with the IDEXX-PACS* Imaging Software or IDEXX Web PACS* software. Contact IDEXX Telemedicine Consultants at 1-800-726-1212 for additional information about integration. • The CardioPet* ECG Device must be model 04 or later.
Refer to the CardioPet app Information box. It should say “Works on this iPad.” To view the Information box: Open the App Store on the iPad and search for IDEXX CardioPet. Tap on the app and scroll to Information to view compatibility.
Configuring general iPad settings IMPORTANT: If the iPad is new, first follow the instructions that came with the device to complete its initial setup, and then proceed with the steps below. 1. To access the iPad settings, tap Settings on the tablet screen. 2.
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d. Once the CP device appears under My Devices, turn off the CardioPet device by holding down the power button for about 5 seconds. Important: If the CardioPet device will be paired with multiple devices, then Bluetooth technology should be disabled (turned off) on any iPad not currently being used with the CardioPet device. The CardioPet device can be used with only one Bluetooth-enabled device at a time.
4. Tap Accept to accept the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. 5. Tap Settings at the top left side of the IDEXX CardioPet app. 6. Tap in each of the following fields, and then update the information as needed: •...
Configuring ECG viewer settings 1. To access the ECG Viewer Settings screen, tap Settings at the bottom left side of the CardioPet app. These settings apply to how the ECG is viewed on the iPad screen and do not impact the saved ECG file.
Working with ECGs in the CardioPet app Streaming and recording an ECG 1. Open the CardioPet app on the iPad. 2. Turn on the CardioPet device. When the wireless communication light turns on, the ECG starts streaming automatically in the CardioPet app.
Notes: • Patient ID must be unique. • Using the patient ID from your practice management system is recommended. Be sure to check with your practice management system provider to determine whether a patient ID is in use. Settings may need to be configured to display hidden IDs. •...
Sending ECGs to IDEXX Web PACS or IDEXX-PACS software For instructions on sending ECGs to IDEXX Web PACS or IDEXX-PACS software, please refer to the document provided to you during your integration setup.
ECG Quality Indicator tool The newest versions of the ECG software/app include an ECG Quality Indicator tool that provides real-time feedback on ECG quality and lead placement. The Quality Indicator changes the color of any potentially affected leads yellow and provides additional troubleshooting information. If you have completed all troubleshooting steps and continue to receive the Quality Indicator error, you may close the alert and continue recording.
Diagnostic ECG checklist It is important that tracings submitted to our cardiology team are diagnostic. This means that: • The P-waves are visible and distinct from motion artifact in lead II. The P-wave may be very small or invisible on leads I and III, especially in feline ECGs. •...
Troubleshooting ECGs Indistinct P-waves and movement artifact P-waves may be “washed out” by artifacts caused by panting, shaking, and vocalizing. Feline ECG with indistinct P-waves caused by purring Canine ECG with respiratory (panting) artifact To reduce movement artifact: • Move clips below the knees and elbows. •...
Blurry lines Make sure clips are secure and have sufficient alcohol saturation for conduction. Blurry lines Small or absent P-waves Record a chest lead if P-waves are small, inconsistent, or absent. See “Positioning clips for a chest lead,” for more information. Inverted P-waves If the P-wave is not positive in leads I, II, and III, or negative in lead AVR, ensure the leads are correctly plugged into the CardioPet* ECG Device and the clips are attached to the correct legs.
Additional troubleshooting tips Case is not visible in vetmedstat.com If the case was uploaded from a Windows PC: • In the CardioPet software, select Settings > Telemedicine. Under VetMedStat Account, verify that the VetMedStat* user name and password are correct. •...
If you need help installing or using the CardioPet* software, CardioPet* app, or the CardioPet* ECG Device: • Contact IDEXX Telemedicine Consultants at 1-800-726-1212. • Visit idexx.com/telemedicineresources. • Email telemedicinesupport@idexx.com. IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. One IDEXX Drive, Westbrook, Maine 04092 USA 1-207-556-0300 or 1-800-548-6733...
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