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  • Page 1 Moving TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module ® Rehabilitation Forward™ User Manual Model 2758 Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module ISO 13485 Certified...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module FOREWORD ..........12 Single Diode Specifications .
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module MAINTENANCE ......... 5253 Maintaining the Vectra Genisys Laser Module .

  • Page 4: Product Description

    ©2008 Encore Medical, L.P. and its affiliates, Austin, Texas, USA. Any use of editorial, pictorial or layout composition of this publication without express written consent from Chattanooga Group of Encore Medical, L.P. is strictly prohibited. This publication was written, illustrated and prepared for print by Chattanooga Group of Encore Medical, L.P.
  • Page 5 FOREWORD Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module The following features are available on the Vectra Genisys Laser Module: • Clinical Indications An efficient approach for setting up a treatment using preset parameters. • Real Time Feedback This feature provides a measured and monitored output system that adjusts the dosage delivered to the patient. •...

  • Page 6: Precautionary Instructions

    • Do not operate this unit when connected to any unit other than safety infractions that could have the potential to Chattanooga Group devices. cause minor to moderate injury or damage to • Do not operate this unit in an environment where other devices equipment.

  • Page 7: About Laser Light Therapy

    • Do not use accessories other than those supplied with the unit, or recommended by Chattanooga Group. The safety of other products has not been established, and their use could result in injury to the patient and degrade minimum safety.

  • Page 8: Warnings

    ABOUT LASER LIGHT THERAPY TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module WARNING • Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous conditions causing damage to the module and applicator.

  • Page 9: Dangers

    Your unit was constructed to operate only on the electrical voltage specified on the Voltage Rating and Serial Number Plate. Contact your Chattanooga Group dealer if the unit is not properly rated.

  • Page 10: Overview Of Laser Light Therapy

    ABOUT LASER LIGHT THERAPY TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module OVERVIEW OF LASER LIGHT THERAPY The light energy absorbed into the patient’s tissue triggers biological changes at a cellular level to provide topical heating for temporary increase in local blood circulation;...

  • Page 11: Overview Of Laser Light Therapy-Common Terms

    ABOUT LASER LIGHT THERAPY Vectra Genisys® Laser Module OVERVIEW OF LASER LIGHT THERAPYCOMMON TERMS Applicator - The hand held assembly used to deliver laser energy. The applicator includes the laser head, diode, and related electronics. Collimating - The shape of the laser light beam. While neither focused nor dispersed, this laser light beam resembles a column when applied from the unit through the applicator.
  • Page 12 ABOUT LASER LIGHT THERAPY TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module OVERVIEW OF LASER LIGHT THERAPY - COMMON TERMS (CONTINUED) Pulsed Mode – This is the ratio of the “On” time to “Total” time of the cycle, expressed as a percentage. The lower the percentage, the lower temporal average intensity.

  • Page 13: Indications

    ABOUT LASER LIGHT THERAPY Vectra Genisys® Laser Module Indications for Laser Contraindications The Vectra Genisys Laser Module is indicated to provide The Vectra Genisys Laser Module should NOT be used: topical heating for the following: • where analgesia may mask progressive pathology, and where the •...

  • Page 14: Additional Precautions

    ABOUT LASER LIGHT THERAPY TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module • over or near bone growth centers until bone growth is DANGER complete. Patients with an implanted neurostimulation device must not be treated • over the thoracic area if the patient is using a cardiac with or be in close proximity to any shortwave diathermy, microwave pacemaker.

  • Page 15: Factors That Affect Treatment

    ABOUT LASER LIGHT THERAPY Vectra Genisys® Laser Module Factors that Affect Treatment The following factors may affect laser treatment: • Color of skin (light or dark) • Age of lesion • Depth of lesion • Sensitivity of patient • Type of tissue •...
  • Page 16 NOMENCLATURE TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module MODULE APPLICATOR Feet Indentions Laser Lens Diode Power Cord Routing Area LED’s/SLD’s Laser Head LED Indicator (Output Power) Ribbon Cable Connection Applicator Not Applicable in Connection US Market Patient Interrupt Switch Connection Pause/Resume...

  • Page 17: Nomenclature

    NOMENCLATURE Vectra Genisys® Laser Module Feet Indentions These indentions retain the rubber feet of the unit. This allows the module to align and rest directly underneath the unit. Ribbon Cable Connection A ribbon cable connects the unit to the module at this location on the module in order to transfer data from the laser module to the unit.
  • Page 18 NOMENCLATURE TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module Lens This clear lens acts as a shield to protect the patient’s skin. LED’s/SLD’s These light emitting diodes generate different wavelengths of light that allow the user to treat topical or surface symptoms. Laser Diode This mechanism generates different wavelengths of light that allow the user to treat various, deeper penetrating symptoms.

  • Page 19: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Vectra Genisys® Laser Module MODULE SPECIFICATIONS POWER Input ........120 - 240 V - 1.0 A, 50/60 Hz 75 W Max Mode of Operation ...............Continuous Electrical Class ................CLASS 1 Electrical Type (Degree of Protection) ......TYPE B Output Type ............Infrared Lamp (laser) Laser Class ....................

  • Page 20: Laser Technical Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module LASER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DESCRIPTION OF DEVICE MARKINGS The markings on the unit are assurance of its conformity to the Duty Cycles highest applicable standards of medical equipment safety and Pulsed ......................

  • Page 21: Laser Applicator Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Vectra Genisys® Laser Module LASER APPLICATOR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS For all single diode and cluster laser and LED applicators, the expected increase in the measured quantities after manufacture added to the values measured at the time of manufacture is ±20%. The new software incorporates a cooling function that forces the user to cool the laser clusters prior to the next treatment.
  • Page 22 SPECIFICATIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module LASER APPLICATOR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONTINUED Cluster Diode Applicators Applicator Output Power Contact Diode Diode Specifications Nominal Ocular Divergance Divergance Spot Size Power Density Area Type Hazard Distance (mW) (W/cm (NOHD-in meters for...

  • Page 23: Laser Protective Eyewear Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Vectra Genisys® Laser Module LASER PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OPTICAL DENSITY vs. WAVELENGTH 1000 1100 Wavelength Useful Range Optical Density 5+ ..................190-400 nm Optical Density 3+ ..................625-830 nm Optical Density 3+ ................815-1050 nm Each unit is shipped with Laser Protective Eyewear. The eyewear is L3 rated and approved and EN207 compliant.
  • Page 24 TABLE OF CONTENTS SETUP Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module INSTALLING THE LASER INTERLOCK DOOR INTERRUPT SWITCH The Laser Interlock is an optional safety device designed to interrupt Laser Light Therapy anytime the door to the the therapy room is opened.

  • Page 25: Attaching The Module To The Unit

    SETUP Vectra Genisys® Laser Module ATTACHING THE MODULE TO THE UNIT WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power source (electrical outlet or battery module) before attempting any maintenance, removal, or replacement procedures to prevent possible electrical shock and equipment damage. However, if you are disconnecting another module (e.g., battery), make certain you leave the ribbon cable plugged into the main unit.
  • Page 26 SETUP TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module ATTACHING THE MODULE TO THE UNIT CONTINUED Using a #1 Phillips Screwdriver, remove the screw securing the plastic lanyard to the front access panel. Turn the unit upside down and lay it flat on your lap or a covered surface so as not to scratch the plastic display lens.
  • Page 27 SETUP Vectra Genisys® Laser Module ATTACHING THE MODULE TO THE UNIT CONTINUED Align the holes on the female end of the ribbon cable to the pins on the module. Using only your fingers, gently fit the female end of the ribbon cable to the connector pins of the module.
  • Page 28 SETUP TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module ATTACHING THE MODULE TO THE UNIT CONTINUED Fit the rubber feet of the unit into the feet indentions on the module, and allow the unit to rest flush on the module. NOTE: Make certain the ribbon cable is positioned exactly as shown in the picture on the left.
  • Page 29 SETUP Vectra Genisys® Laser Module ATTACHING THE MODULE TO THE UNIT CONTINUED Using a #1 Phillips Head screwdriver, secure the new extended front access panel to the lanyard. NOTE: When securing the front access panel, make certain the lanyard does not become kinked.
  • Page 30 Chattanooga Group Technical Support immediately. DO NOT USE THE SYSTEM until all necessary repairs are made by a technician certified by Chattanooga Group. If use is attempted before repairs are made, the system may operate unpredictably and has the potential of causing injury to the patient or damage to...

  • Page 31: Removing The Module From The Unit

    SETUP Vectra Genisys® Laser Module REMOVING THE MODULE FROM THE UNIT To remove a module from the main unit, do the following: Disconnect the unit from the electrical outlet. Remove the rear access panel and disconnect the power cord from the main unit. Remove the extended front access panel and disconnect all cables and wires.
  • Page 32 TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module PREPARING THE PATIENT’S SKIN Before applying laser light therapy to the patient, you must first prepare the patient’s skin. By properly preparing the patient’s skin for laser light therapy, you will allow more laser energy to reach the targeted areas and reduce the risk of skin irritation. To prepare the patient’s skin for laser light therapy, do the following: Thoroughly wash the skin on which you intend to place the laser head with mild soap and water or alcohol wipe.

  • Page 33: Laser Light Therapy

    OPERATION Vectra Genisys® Laser Module STARTING, STOPPING, AND INTERRUPTING LASER LIGHT THERAPY The Operator Interface consists of buttons with a liquid crystal display (LCD). The operator is able to view parameter options on the display and make selections by pressing the buttons on the Operator Interface. The LCD will provide continuous information during the treatments concerning dosage and elapsed time.
  • Page 34 For information on changing the PIN, see pages 44-46. NOTE: If you lose or forget your PIN, contact Chattanooga Group Service Department at (866) 864 0598-or (423) 870-2281. Press the button next to Laser Therapy. The message “Reading Protocol Please Wait . . . ” displays.
  • Page 35 OPERATION Vectra Genisys® Laser Module STARTING, STOPPING, AND INTERRUPTING LASER LIGHT THERAPY CONTINUED Press the button next to Treatment Time. The Treatment Time window displays. Press the button next to the icon to increase the number of seconds for the treatment time.
  • Page 36 OPERATION TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module STARTING, STOPPING, AND INTERRUPTING LASER LIGHT THERAPY CONTINUED Press the button next to the icon to accept the treatment time you selected. You are returned to the Laser Parameters window. Notice that if you changed the Treatment Time, the Calculated Dosage automatically changed.
  • Page 37 OPERATION Vectra Genisys® Laser Module STARTING, STOPPING, AND INTERRUPTING LASER LIGHT THERAPY CONTINUED Press the button next to Toggle Preset Frequencies repeatedly to scroll through commonly used frequencies. Press the button next to the icon to increase the frequency in 1 Hz increments. Hold the button down to quickly display higher frequencies.
  • Page 38 OPERATION TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module STARTING, STOPPING, AND INTERRUPTING LASER LIGHT THERAPY CONTINUED Press the button next to the icon to increase the dosage. Hold the button down to quickly increase the dosage. NOTE: The Calculated Dosage and the Treatment Time are directly correlated.
  • Page 39 OPERATION Vectra Genisys® Laser Module STARTING, STOPPING, AND INTERRUPTING LASER LIGHT THERAPY CONTINUED Press the START button. A message displays to alert you to the fact that the laser is armed. The unit will beep two times to count down the number of seconds left until the applicator is ready.
  • Page 40 OPERATION TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module STARTING, STOPPING, AND INTERRUPTING LASER LIGHT THERAPY CONTINUED When either the PAUSE button on the Operator Interface or the Pause/Resume button on the back of the applicator are pressed, the following occurs: •...
  • Page 41 OPERATION Vectra Genisys® Laser Module STARTING, STOPPING, AND INTERRUPTING LASER LIGHT THERAPY CONTINUED To finish the laser light therapy, press the STOP button. The Completed Treatment Review window displays. Press the button next to Start New Treatment to begin a new therapy session (refer to step 2 on page 31).
  • Page 42 TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module USING CLINICAL INDICATIONS The indications contained in this section are to be used only as guidelines. Each patient should be individually assessed to determine the appropriateness of the parameter setting prior to use. To select an indication for a patient, do the following: On the Laser Therapy window, press the button next to Laser Indication.
  • Page 43 OPERATION Vectra Genisys® Laser Module USING CLINICAL INDICATIONS (CONTINUED) Press the button next to the symptom you intend to treat. The next Laser Indications window displays. If the indication you require has an available severity, select either Acute or Chronic. If the indication you require does not have a severity, continue with the next step.
  • Page 44 TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module USING CLINICAL INDICATIONS (CONTINUED) Press the button next to the appropriate frequency. The Laser Therapy window displays. The parameters of the indication are displayed on the window. If necessary, make any parameter changes or adjustments.

  • Page 45: Creating A User Protocol

    OPERATION Vectra Genisys® Laser Module CREATING A USER PROTOCOL The Vectra Genisys Laser Module allows you to tailor a protocol according to the requirements of a patient. To save a laser indication, do the following: Complete steps 1 through 6 of the previous section entitled “Using Clinical Indications. ” While the Laser Therapy window is displayed, press the button (Clinical Resources Library button) on the user interface.
  • Page 46 TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module CREATING A USER PROTOCOL (CONTINUED) When you have finished entering the name of the protocol, press the button next to The message “Saving Protocol Please Wait” displays. You are returned to the Laser Therapy window with the parameters of the indication you just saved displayed, as well as the name of the indication.

  • Page 47: System Utilities

    OPERATION Vectra Genisys® Laser Module SYSTEM UTILITIES Changing the Laser PIN To change the PIN, do the following: On the Main window, press the button next to Laser Therapy. The Laser PIN window displays. 1 1 1 1 is the default PIN. Press the button next to the number 1 four times so that * * * * displays briefly.
  • Page 48 TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module SYSTEM UTILITIES CONTINUED Press the button next to Change Laser PIN. The Change Laser PIN window displays. Press the buttons next to the numbers to which you want to change the PIN. Once you enter four numbers, a message displays to inform you of the new PIN.
  • Page 49 OPERATION Vectra Genisys® Laser Module SYSTEM UTILITIES (CONTINUED) Press any button to continue. You are returned to the Laser Therapy window.
  • Page 50 TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module TREATMENT TIPS Contact To obtain the most effective results, the applicator should be in contact with the patient’s skin. Applicator Position Due to the characteristics of laser light, the angle at which the light enters the patient’s skin is very important. Therefore, the applicator lens should always be parallel to the treatment area.

  • Page 51: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES Vectra Genisys® Laser Module Standard Accessories Optional Accessories Ref. Description Ref. Description 28069 User Manual (CD-ROM) 27805 Single Diode 820 nm Laser 300 mW Applicator [26 AWG, 68.89 in (174.143 cm), Shielded] 27525 Laser Protective Eyewear 27840 Single Diode 850 nm Laser 100 mW Applicator [26 AWG, 68.89 in (174.143 cm), Shielded] 27325 Power Supply Cord (US) [18 AWG, 80 in (203.2 cm), Shielded] 27804...
  • Page 52 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module ERROR MESSAGES CODE TYPE PROBABLE CAUSES POSSIBLE REMEDIES NUMBER MESSAGE Another treatment is running while A. Allow existing treatment to complete before starting therapy. Warning attempting to set up and perform B.
  • Page 53 Warning Entered incorrect laser PIN. Enter correct Laser PIN number. Laser Board Software upgrade Warning Contact Chattanooga Group Service Department. warning. A User Protocol was selected but no Install Laser Module to Therapy System. Refer to Laser User Manual (pages...
  • Page 54 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE OF CONTENTS Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Vectra Genisys® Laser Module ERROR MESSAGES CONTINUED) CODE TYPE PROBABLE CAUSES POSSIBLE REMEDIES NUMBER MESSAGE Warning Wrong Laser Applicator connected to A. Connect correct Laser Applicator to the system. system for the protocol selected. B.

  • Page 55: Maintenance

    Service The Vectra Genisys Laser Applicator must be recalibrated annually. Chattanooga Group laser products must be returned to the factory or an authorized servicing dealer for repairs or recalibration. Should the Vectra Genisys Laser unit require service, contact the...

  • Page 56: Warranty Repair/Out Of Warranty Repair

    3. Ship the unit to address specified by an authorized service technician. Service to these units should be performed only by Service Technicians certified by Chattanooga Group. Laser requires annual calibration, from the date placed in service, by a Service Technician certified by Chattanooga Group.

  • Page 57: Warranty

    Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module Chattanooga Group, a division of Encore Medical, L.P. ("Company"), warrants that the Vectra Genisys ® Laser Module ("Product") is free of defects in material and workmanship. This warranty shall remain in effect for two years (24 months) from the date of original consumer purchase. If this Product fails to function during the two year warranty period due to a defect in material or workmanship, at the Company's option, the Company or the selling dealer will repair or replace this Product without charge within a period of thirty days from the date on which the Product is returned to the Company or the dealer.
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