Novametrix Medical Systems 6998-00 User Manual

Novametrix Medical Systems 6998-00 User Manual

Basestation for hand-held monitors

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NOVAMETRIX BaseStation for Hand-Held Monitors
. . .simply, the leading edge

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  • Page 1 User’s Manual NOVAMETRIX BaseStation for Hand-Held Monitors . . .simply, the leading edge...
  • Page 4 1-800-243-3444 203-265-7701 FAX 203-284-0753 5 TECHNOLOGY DRIVE http://www.novametrix.com WALLINGFORD, CT U.S.A. 06492...
  • Page 5 User’s Manual NOVAMETRIX BaseStation for Hand-Held Monitors June 4, 1998 Catalog No: 6998-23-00 Novametrix Medical Systems Inc. PO Box 690 5 Technology Drive Wallingford, Connecticut, U.S.A. 06492...
  • Page 6 Email: techline@novametrix.com Copyright 1998, Novametrix Medical Systems Inc. This document contains information which is proprietary and the property of Novametrix Medical Systems Inc., and may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, translated, transcribed, or transmitted, in any form, or by any means, without the prior explicit written permission of Novametrix Medical Systems Inc.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents BaseStation User’s Manual..................... 2 Indication for use......................2 Symbol Descriptions ....................... 2 Regulatory........................2 Safety ..........................3 Operational Overview...................... 4 AC Adapter/Charger (External DC supply) ..............4 Power and RS232 Serial Port Communications ............. 5 Cleaning Instructions....................... 7 Frequently Asked Questions ...................
  • Page 8: Basestation User's Manual

    BaseStation User’s Manual This manual covers the functional aspects of the table top style BaseStation (Catalog Number 6998-00) that accommodates the Novametrix hand-held monitor cases. The BaseStation provides a platform for supporting communication between the monitor and a host computer or printer. In addition, the BaseStation is capable of providing power to charge a rechargeable battery inside the monitor when used with the AC Adapter/ Charger (sold separately).
  • Page 9: Safety

    Safety WARNING Indicates a potentially harmful condition that can lead to personal injury. • Explosion Hazard: Do NOT use the BaseStation in the presence of flammable anesthetics. Use of this instrument in such an environment may present an explosion hazard. •...
  • Page 10: Operational Overview

    Operational Overview The power for the BaseStation is supplied by an AC Adapter/Charger (a wall mounted 13VDC power supply). When the AC Adapter/Charger is properly connected to the BaseStation and a monitor is placed within the station the green “In Use” LED will illuminate.
  • Page 11: Power And Rs232 Serial Port Communications

    To charge the battery in a monitor using the BaseStation: 1. Connect the AC Adapter/Charger to the BaseStation power input jack, then connect the AC Adapter/Charger to an AC source. 2. The BaseStation is now powered from the AC Adapter/Charger. If a hand-held monitor is placed within the BaseStation the internal battery of the monitor will be charged (provided that a rechargeable battery is in the monitor).
  • Page 12 This connection is transferred to the “RS232 Serial Port” connector on the BaseStation. Features connector BaseStation 6 pin connector The “RS232 Serial Port” 9 pin D connector allows connection to a host computer or printer. Refer to the monitor’s User’s Manual, or to the NovaCARD User’s Manual for specific information on connection and using the RS232 interface for downloading data.
  • Page 13: Cleaning Instructions

    NOTE: The COM port on the computer will be either a 9 pin or a 25 pin D connector. Use an adapter if the COM port on the host computer does not match the connector on the end of the Serial Cable. 4.
  • Page 14 Can I safely use the BaseStation if my monitor is using “AA” batteries? Yes. The design of the “AA” Battery Holder (Cat. No. 6862-00) prevents the batteries from being recharged by the AC Adapter/Charger. While on the BaseStation, the monitor is powered from the AC Adapter/Charger and will automatically switch to the “AA”...
  • Page 15: Specifications

    Specifications Below are specifications for the table top BaseStation. These specifications are listed for informational purposes only, and are subject to change without notice. Physical • Size: (L H) 9.25” 4.75” 1.625”, 23.5 4 cm Weight: 1 pound, 454 grams. ×...
  • Page 16: Service Policy

    Service Policy Novametrix Medical Systems Inc. provides 24-hour a day access to technical support through its Technical Support Department in Wallingford, Connecticut, and company Service Representatives located throughout the United States. (Outside the U.S., primary technical support is handled through our qualified international sales and service distributors.) Novametrix will provide Warranty Service support within 48 hours of receiving a request for assistance.

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