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Instructions for use Helion Video Management System Read the instructions for use carefully before using the ENGLISH product and keep them safe for future reference. en-US...
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Helion Main Unit AR VR401111-2 Helion Main Unit ARD VR401111-2D Helion Main Unit ARSD VR401111-2DT Helion Main Unit ARS VR401111-2T Helion Main Unit SSD R VR401111-3 Helion 4K VR401112 Helion 4K Plus VR401113 Helion Conference CM401326 80028000_030_F – 773607 – 2024-05-28...
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Helion Optional sales items for the Helion video management system. Not all products are available in all countries. Product designation Helion Rack (115V) AC500920K Helion Rack (230V) AC500920K-2 Helion Rack (115V) - Permanent Install. AC500920K-3 Auxiliary Rack (115V) - Plug&Play Install.
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General preliminary information General preliminary information Operator’s responsibility The instructions for use of Helion Video Management System are intended for operators who are trained and authorized to handle it. The management of the medical site is responsible for the training of staff on the use of the medical device.
User Person suitably trained or who, thanks to their professional qualification, is authorized to operate and use the Helion Video Management System as required. They are responsible for the correct and safe operation of the system and ensure that it is used solely for the intended purpose.
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General preliminary information Symbol Description Symbol used to indicate the date of manufacture. Symbol used to identify the manufacturer’s name. Barred bin: this product must not be disposed of as municipal mixed waste; collect separately. Symbol used to indicate the Videomed S.r.l. material number. Symbol used to indicate the serial number.
General preliminary information Product certification The Helion video management system is a Class I medical device according to Regulation 2017/745/EU concerning medical devices, and is compliant with the version of the regulation currently in force at the time of product sale. Videomed S.r.l.
DANGER ELECTRIC SHOCK FROM INCORRECT POWER CONNECTION PROCEDURE! The Helion system must be powered and earthed from the same electrical panel that powers the operating room. All equipment connected to the Helion system must also be powered and earthed from the same electrical panel that powers the operating room.
MEASUREMENT OF DISPERSAL CURRENTS! It is necessary to measure the leakage currents with the circuits downstream of the Helion system open. Otherwise, the leakage currents of these circuits will be added to those of the Helion system. CAUTION It is absolutely forbidden to remove the device labels and/or replace them with other labels.
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Updates and patches: – Installation of updates and patches should be done by a trained service technician authorized by Baxter following the installation directions. – Do not initiate an update during product usage.
Privacy features in the product: The Product has features that help protect patient data. – Local storage: Data is only temporarily stored on the Helion system, which is hosted on-premises at the customer’s facility and is then transferred to the customer’s system and servers.
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Safety information – User authentication: To ensure that only authorized users can access patient data, it is necessary to enable user authentication for the product. The Authentication Application is designed to authenticate only authorized users by requiring them to prove their identity through a secure web application. Additionally, the system maintains a record of user activity and permissions to ensure compliance with regulations and policies.
• Apply liquid to the cleaning cloth. NOTICE Risk of material damage Do not clean the Helion unit’s rear connector panel, or any of its connectors or buttons. This may cause damage to the connectors, buttons, and internal electronics. • Call Baxter service.
Safety information 2.5.1 Cleaning agents When selecting the cleaning agents, ensure that they do not contain the following components: – Organic, mineral, and oxidizing acids – Bases – Organic solvents (e.g., ether, ketones, benzines) – Halogens (chlorine, iodine, bromine) – Aromatic/halogenated hydrocarbons –...
– In the offices of physicians in private practice and other operating room-like environments, when the video conference function is used. – Note: If Helion is placed on a boom shelf, keep a distance of 1.5 m or more to the surgical area during surgery. Normal use –...
System description – Exchange of information by video conference with the operating room by sharing images and videos with the world outside the room in high resolution – Regular maintenance of the MD in accordance with the defined maintenance intervals by qualified service technicians –...
2072249 (in combination with Trulight) 3.10.2 Combination with products of other manufacturers The Helion Video Management System can be combined with devices from other manufacturers. In the patient environment, only install devices approved in accordance with standard IEC 60601-1. Outside the patient environment, devices approved in accordance with standards IEC 62368-1 are also allowed.
System description It is also possible to use a medical FHD Touchscreen Monitor that is not included in the catalogue. Please contact Technical Customer Service (www.hillrom.com) for compatibility information. 3.11 Obligations and prohibitions The management of the medical site is responsible for training staff on the use of the medical device.
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System description Main Unit - Technical Specs Enclosure IP20 Environmental Operating temperature: +10/+40 °C conditions Operating relative humidity range: 30% to 75% Operating atmospheric pressure range: 54.0 kPa to 106.0 kPa Storage temperature: -40/+70 °C Storage relative humidity range: 10% to 100% including condensation Storage atmospheric pressure range: 50.0 kPa to 106.0 kPa Max Operation Altitude 5000 mt...
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System description Conference Unit - Technical Specs Protection Short circuit protection Overload protection Overcurrent protection Overvoltage protection Insulation Voltage Input / Output 4000 V AC Input / FG 1500 V AC Environmental Operating temperature: +10/+40 °C conditions Operating relative humidity range: 30% to 75% Operating atmospheric pressure range: 54.0 kPa to 106.0 kPa Storage temperature: -40/+70 °C Storage relative humidity range: 10% to 100% including...
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System description 4K Unit - Technical Specs Environmental Operating temperature: +10/+40 °C conditions Operating relative humidity range: 30% to 75% Operating atmospheric pressure range: 54.0 kPa to 106.0 kPa Storage temperature: -40/+70 °C Storage relative humidity range: 10% to 100% including condensation Storage atmospheric pressure range: 50.0 kPa to 106.0 kPa Max Operation Altitude 5000 mt...
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System description Rack Unit (optional) - Technical Specs Dimensions 800 x 600 x 757 mm Color RAL 7016 puckered Environmental Operating temperature: +10/+40 °C conditions Operating relative humidity range: 30% to 75% Operating atmospheric pressure range: 70.0 kPa to 106.0 kPa Storage temperature: -40/+70 °C Storage relative humidity range: 10% to 100% including condensation...
System description 3.13 Measurement and weight layout Main Unit Dimensions 133 x 430 x 450 mm Unit Weight 13.5 kg Rack Dimensions (optional) Rack Brackets (optional) 80028000_030_F – 773607 – 2024-05-28...
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System description Conference Unit Dimensions 44 x 430 x 450 mm Unit Weight 8 kg Rack Dimensions (optional) Rack Brackets (optional) 80028000_030_F – 773607 – 2024-05-28...
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System description 4K Unit Dimensions 44 x 430 x 450 mm Unit Weight 5.5 kg Rack Dimensions (optional) Rack Brackets (optional) 80028000_030_F – 773607 – 2024-05-28...
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System description 4K Plus Unit Dimensions 44 x 430 x 450 mm Unit Weight 5.5 kg Rack Dimensions (optional) Rack Brackets (optional) 80028000_030_F – 773607 – 2024-05-28...
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System description Rack Unit Dimensions 800 x 600 x 757 mm Unit Weight 64 kg adjustable foot height 80028000_030_F – 773607 – 2024-05-28...
System description 3.14 System components The Helion Video Management System has a modular structure composed of 3 operating units that can be used simultaneously. The only unit that can operate independently is the Main Unit. 4K Unit or 4K Plus Unit...
The connection cables are supplied by Videomed S.r.l. 3.14.5 Control software The User Interface of Helion Video Management System allows each functional unit to be controlled and managed. There is a lower selection bar (always visible) that allows the software sections to be uniquely identified according to the function performed.
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VIDEO CONFERENCE function. This function allows two-way audio/ video communication. The Helion Video Management System also assures control and management of the main devices installed in the operating room: – PTZ Roomcam – surgical lights with surgical video camera The complete functions present in the Control Software are described in detail in the “User Interface”...
Operation Operation First system start The Helion Video Management System is delivered to the operator by the authorized installer technical personnel from Videomed S.r.l. System commissioning requires for the operator to be adequately trained on the functional and visual controls, on the adjustments and calibration, on system cleaning and maintenance, and on the applicable user instructions.
It is recommended to use forced shutdown only in case of an emergency, as this procedure may cause data loss. In case it is necessary to interrupt communication between Helion and any controlled devices, proceed to shut down the system.
Operation System startup/shutdown with remote button The Helion Video Management System allows the units to be restarted via a remote on/off button installed inside the operating room (typically on a pendant panel or wall unit). Thanks to this solution, the operator can manage the entire video management system without having to access the Technical rack.
User Interface User Interface General description of the user interface The user interface is divided as follows: Element Description STATUS BAR Bar containing important information such as the patient’s name and the number of recorded media related to them. Information such as the date, time, and a dashboard showing the status of the recording, the video conference, the streaming and the advanced modes “Privacy Mode”, “Do Not Disturb”, and “Lecture Mode”...
User Interface Control touchscreen The control screen is a high-resolution touchscreen. The user interface buttons are activated with a brief touch of the finger, or by swiping. The control screen has its own setup menu from which the monitor settings can be accessed: –...
User Interface list of sources connected list of monitors enabled To send a video signal to a monitor, drag the relevant image from the Source List [A] available and drop it into one of the enabled monitors [B], by using the Drag&Drop system. The Preview of the video signal sent will be displayed in the relative monitor icon and updated periodically.
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User Interface Step Image Press the icon in the corresponding Preview. An enlarged version of the selected image is displayed. Press to return to the Video Routing section standard view. The following icons are present in the Live Preview window: Icon Function Starts/stops recording of the displayed signal.
User Interface Icon Function Starts/stops video signal streaming. Activates the fullscreen display function, without latency, of the selected source (function available only on some touchscreen monitor models). It is not possible to start recording if a reference patient is not present.
User Interface Step Image In systems where the dual recording channel is enabled, this function can be activated on two sources at the same time. 5.3.3 Quick Access - Streaming To activate the streaming session, proceed as follows: Step Image Press the box of a Preview to start streaming the signal...
User Interface 5.3.4 PTZ camera control The Live Preview function, if activated on a controllable camera signal, will allow access to its movement controls. 5.3.4.1 Roomcam zoom adjustment To adjust the zoom of the Roomcam, proceed as follows: Step Image to adjust the zoom and obtain the desired image (view).
User Interface 5.3.4.3 Saving a camera setting (Preset) To save a specific video camera setting (Preset), proceed as follows: Step Image After adjusting the video camera to the desired position, press Give it a name and press confirm. The new named Preset will appear on the list on the side.
User Interface 5.3.4.4 Deleting a camera setting (Preset) To delete a video camera setting from the Preset list, proceed as follows: Step Image Press Press and hold the button until it is deleted. 80028000_030_F – 773607 – 2024-05-28...
User Interface 5.3.4.5 Enabling a camera setting (Preset) To activate a video camera Preset, proceed as follows: Step Image Press the desired Preset in the list. Press to confirm the Preset selection. “Recording” function The Recording function enables capture snapshots and video recording from the signals connected to the system.
User Interface source list view of the two recording channels list of snapshots and videos stored The user may view and reproduce any material stored during the surgical activity (images and video) at any time by pressing the icon . This way, a list will appear on the screen containing all previews of stored files, which can then be reproduced and processed by using the functions described in paragraph “Snapshot and video playback”.
User Interface 5.4.2 Selecting the signals to be recorded Drag the source you wish to record a video or capture snapshots from into the Recording Channel box, where you will get a Live Preview of the signal and the basic and advanced recording functions will be enabled.
User Interface 5.4.3 Recording To perform the recording from the Recording function, proceed as follows: Step Image Press the box on a Recording Channel to start recording a signal. When recording is in progress, the button is red in the Recording Channel selected.
User Interface 5.4.4 Snapshot and video playback To play snapshots and videos, proceed as follows: Step Image Press and then simply press if the printing function is not enabled) to view all images and videos related to the selected patient. Press the icon to enlarge the selected media item.
User Interface 5.4.5 Crop video To cut the videos, proceed as follows: Step Image Press and then simply press if the printing function is not enabled) to view all images and videos related to the selected patient. Press the icon to enlarge the selected media item.
User Interface Step Image Once the cutting points are determined, extract the cropped video by pressing A new video appears in the photo/video list of the same patient. 5.4.6 Export images and videos Press and then (or simply press if the printing function is not enabled) to access the folder for exporting images and videos of the selected patient.
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User Interface To export, proceed as follows: Step Image Select the export destination. This must be done for the images or videos to be exported. Pressing (on the right side of the screen) to send the files to the selected destinations.
User Interface 5.4.7 Delete images and videos Press and then (or simply press if the printing function is not enabled) to access the folder for storing images and videos of the selected patient. To delete images and videos, proceed as follows: Step Image Select the videos or images you...
User Interface 5.4.8 Printing function The Printing function allows to print images of the selected patient directly from the Helion UI. Click on icon and then on icon to access the printing section. A screen with all the captured images is displayed, where you can select the ones to be printed and the layout to be used.
The web user experience vary according to the browser used. This function is available only after the selected printer(s) have been installed and configured on Helion by qualified service personnel. “Video Conference” function The Video Conference function allows video conferencing in two-...
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User Interface – external participants who are in other locations can connect to the system online The following modes are available: Mode Description Preview of the Enables viewing of one, or in the case of multi-channel video transmission channel conferencing, both connected transmission channels. Image or video sources All connected sources are displayed in the input signal bar.
User Interface 5.5.1 Selecting the signals to be sent by video conference From the Source List, drag the source you wish to send in video conference into the Primary Channel (or Secondary Channel) box. 5.5.2 Removing the signals to be sent by video conference Press one of the boxes related to the primary and/or secondary video conference channel and then the icon that displays...
User Interface 5.5.3 Call recipient selection To select the recipient of the call, press the respective icon (depending on the mode) on the right side of the screen. The icons are described below: Icon Description Image Select a name from the contact list.
5.5.5 Call H.323/SIP recipient The following instructions provide the steps required to: – Access the Helion system address book – Call into an H.323/SIP meeting through the Helion system Step Image On a PC with Helion network access, open a modern web...
Note: You can mark a contact as “Favorite” to make it appear at the top of the list. Favorites appear in alphabetical order. Click Log into the Helion System User Interface. Navigate to the Video Conference tab and review saved contacts in the address...
Access the Audio setup screens. Access the management screen of the operating lights in the operating room. This function can only be used if associated Baxter devices are present. Access the control screen of the lights in the operating room.
User Interface 5.7.1.1 Selecting a patient from the list To select a patient already in the list, proceed as follows: Step Image Select the patient. Press to confirm the selection. 5.7.1.2 Entering a new patient To enter a new patient, proceed as follows: Step Image Select the...
User Interface Step Image Enter the data for the new patient. Fields marked with * are mandatory. Once the mandatory data have been filled in, save the new patient by pressing cancel the insertion with 5.7.1.3 Entering an emergency patient If the conditions do not allow new patient data to be filled in completely manually, this option can be used to quickly create an patient with the name Emergency Patient plus a random ID.
User Interface Step Image Select the icon on the right of the screen. A new line is displayed with the name “Emergency Patient XXXX” where XXXX indicates a progressive identification number. 5.7.1.4 Searching for a patient from a list To search for a patient already in the list, proceed as follows: Step Image Enter the last name or ID in the...
Patient” by applying the Emergency Patients Only filter: Step Image Select the icon at the top of the screen. Helion will then only display the list of emergency patients. 5.7.1.5 Modifying patient master data To modify a patient’s master data, proceed as follows:...
User Interface 5.7.1.6 Deleting a patient To delete a patient’s master data, proceed as follows: Step Image Search for and select the desired patient. Press to change the selected patient’s master data. This option is not available for patients in the Worklist section. Press and confirm the action by pressing...
User Interface 5.7.1.7 Accessing the worklist If the Helion Video Management System is configured to connect to a centralized master data management system, the list of patients related to date/room/surgeon can be retrieved using the button. To access the worklist, proceed as follows:...
User Interface The steps refer to the entire procedure. You can then exit this section and return to it to continue filling out the Surgical Checklist when necessary. You can check the Surgical Checklist progress at any time using the bar in the Status Bar. Once the Checklist is completely filled out, a window will open for the operator to enter notes.
User Interface 5.7.3.1 Setting Presets To set a new Preset, proceed as follows: Step Image Set the desired room layout (Routing Video, Recording Channel, Conference Channel, Setting Audio, Operating Light Setting). Press the button. The configuration window opens. Enter a name for the new Preset and add a description in the appropriate field below (optional).
User Interface Step Image Press confirm. 5.7.3.2 Enabling Presets To activate a Preset in the list, proceed as follows: Step Image Select the desired Preset from the Preset List. The configuration window opens. Apply the Preset by pressing Press perform changes to the Preset. Save the changes by pressing Press the icon to automatically activate the Preset...
User Interface 5.7.4 Multiview On the side menu, press the icon to access the Multiview screen. The Multiview function combines multiple Inputs (up to a maximum of 4) into a single Output signal. The main screen is divided as follows: Source List Multiview 80028000_030_F –...
User Interface 5.7.4.1 Multiview setting To set the Multiview, proceed as follows: Step Image Select the desired layout from those indicated: Icon Function Picture and Picture Quadview Picture over Picture Picture in Picture (up to 4 different Picture in Picture layouts) Drag the images (one at a time) from the Source List and drop them into the corresponding...
User Interface 5.7.5 Audio control On the side menu, press the icon to access the Audio Control screen. In the Audio Control section, you can set the volume levels of the microphones and auxiliary lines. The “Microphones” settings will affect the audio level recorded or sent to a remote location via Streaming or Video Conference (note that Ambient Microphone only works for Video Conference).
User Interface 5.7.5.1 Volume adjustment To adjust the volume of the microphones or line inputs, proceed as follows: Step Image Operate on the volume bar of the microphones or line inputs according to the volume to be modified. Drag along the bar to increase or decrease the volume of the microphones or line inputs.
User Interface 5.7.5.2 Disabling microphones and audio To disable microphones or line inputs, proceed as follows: Step Image Press to disable the microphone. Press to turn off speaker volume. 80028000_030_F – 773607 – 2024-05-28...
The screen below shows a case where the surgical lights control system cannot be reached. Helion Video Management System assures the option of controlling the Baxter surgical operating lights (see chapter 3.10.1), using a reproduction of the light control console via the graphical interface.
The control panel management screen can be used only if Operamed devices are present in the operating room. The Helion Video Management System of Videomed S.r.l. enables only Operamed control panels to be associated. 80028000_030_F – 773607 – 2024-05-28...
User Interface “Lock with PIN” function Helion Video Management System includes a Lock function to lock the touchscreen by using a PIN. To lock the touchscreen, proceed as follows: Step Image Press to lock the screen. Enter the PIN code to unlock...
Login screen requires 2 mandatory fields to fill in, Username and Password, in order to access the system. Once the correct credentials have been entered, the system will show the initial Helion graphical interface (Video Routing interface). Press the icon to log out and be redirected to the credentials screen.
The Helion product is a Class A electromedical device according to IEC 60601-1-2 (CISPR 11), it is suitable for use in a specific electromagnetic environment. The customer and / or the user of the product must ensure that it is used in an electromagnetic environment as described below.
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Electromagnetic compatibility IMMUNITY test IEC test level Compliance Electromagnetic environment – guidance level Fast electrical ± 2 kV for power IEC 60601-1-2 Mains power quality should be typical of a transients (burst) lines commercial or hospital environment. Test level IEC 61000-4-4 ±...
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Electromagnetic compatibility Test frequency Modulation Minimum IMMUNITY Applied IMMUNITY level (KHz) level (A / m) (A / m) 134.2 Pulse modulation: 2.1 kHz 13560 Pulse modulation: 50 kHz 80028000_030_F – 773607 – 2024-05-28...
Disposal instructions Disposal instructions Electrical equipment that is no longer in use must not be disposed of as normal urban waste. The substances and materials contained in them must be disposed of separately in an appropriate way. This ensures that they can be recycled for the production of new products.
Annex I - Short manual Annex I - Short manual Video Routing To send a video signal to a monitor, drag the relative image from the list of available sources and drop it into one of the enabled monitors. The Preview of the video signal sent will be displayed inside the relative monitor icon and updated periodically.
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Annex I - Short manual Selection of signals to be recorded Drag the desired source into the Recording Channel box to enable basic recording functions: Recording start / stop Instant capture Press and then (or simply press if the printing function is not enabled) to close the patient record and export the files.
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