Philips IntelliVue X2 Instructions For Use Manual page 18

2 Basic Operation
In this book, the X2 is generally referred to as "the monitor", except in situations describing its use
with a host monitor, where it is referred to as "the X2" to distinguish it from the host monitor.
The monitor can be used with adult, pediatric and neonatal patients in a hospital environment and
during patient transport both inside and outside hospitals.
The monitor stores data in trend databases. You can see tabular trends (vital signs) and document them
on a central printer. You can view measurement trend graphs, including horizon trends, to help you
identify changes in the patient's physiological condition.
The X2 can run on one of three power sources: a rechargeable battery, a host monitor when connected
to the X2, or the optional external power supply (M8023A). For battery charging, care and status
information, refer to the chapter "Using Batteries" on page 221.
X2 as Multi-Measurement Module
You can connect the X2 to an IntelliVue patient monitor, where it acts as a Multi-Measurement
Module (MMS), providing measurements, trends and patient information to the MP20/30, MP40/50
and MP60/70/80/90. You can connect the X2 to a host monitor via the MSL cable, or attach it directly
to the host.
When connected to a host monitor, the X2 takes power from the host, including that required for
battery charging. The host controls the connected X2, including all alarm functionality. No alarms are
available on the X2, and the alarm lamps are controlled by the host. You can recognize when an X2 is
connected to a host monitor by the following indication on the X2 screen (white text on a blue
background):
X2 as Stand-alone Monitor
You can use the X2 as a stand-alone, highly portable monitor. In stand-alone mode, you can run the
monitor from the rechargeable battery, or from mains power using the optional external power supply.
Through networking it provides information integration, documentation and information access.
Continuous Monitoring
Combining its role as MMS with that of stand-alone monitor, the X2 is particularly suited to transport
situations. When the X2 is disconnected from the original host monitor, it continues to monitor the
patient as a stand-alone monitor running on battery power, eliminating the need for a separate
transport monitor. When the X2 is connected to a new host monitor, it resumes its role as MMS,
uploading trend data, patient demographic information and measurement settings, and allowing fully
continuous monitoring.
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Companion Mode
Introducing the IntelliVue X2
No Alarm Display