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HCG-801-E.book Page 1 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM
Portable, cordless, single-channel ECG Monitor
Model HCG-801
• Instruction Manual
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Thank you for purchasing the OMRON Portable ECG Monitor.
Before using this unit for the first time, please be sure to read this
instruction manual carefully and use the unit properly.
Please keep this instruction manual on hand for future reference.
OMRON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or damage
sustained by or through use of this product.

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  • Page 1 HCG-801-E.book Page 1 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM Portable, cordless, single-channel ECG Monitor Model HCG-801 • Instruction Manual Thank you for purchasing the OMRON Portable ECG Monitor. Before using this unit for the first time, please be sure to read this instruction manual carefully and use the unit properly.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    HCG-801-E.book Page 2 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM Contents Before Using the Unit Introduction ......................3 Intended Use......................3 Notes on Safety ......................4 1. Know Your Unit ....................6 Operating Instructions 2. Inserting and Replacing Batteries..............10 3. Setting the Date and Time ................13 4.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    HCG-801-E.book Page 3 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM Introduction Your OMRON HCG-801 is an easy-to-use electrocardiograph unit that can record and store electrocardiogram (ECG) measurements of your heart rhythm. Each ECG reading records about 30-second measurement and these ECG readings can help your doctor monitor your condition.

  • Page 4: Notes On Safety

    HCG-801-E.book Page 4 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM Notes on Safety This unit is designed for monitoring the ECG waveform. Never use the unit to monitor vital signs and acute events. - Self-diagnosis and treatment is dangerous. The measurement results are for monitoring purposes only, and should never be used as a basis for starting or modifying treatment without independent confirmation by medical examination.
  • Page 5 • Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the unit. • Do not insert batteries with their polarities reversed. • The chest electrode will be impeded by excessive body hair, regularly remove hair at the electrode contact point. Omron does not recommend the use of contact gel. General •...

  • Page 6: Know Your Unit

    HCG-801-E.book Page 6 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 1. Know Your Unit Main Unit (Power/Cancel) button G. OK button Turns the power on/off and cancels measurement. Selects the highlighted menu option or ECG data. B. Chest electrode Clears error messages.
  • Page 7 HCG-801-E.book Page 7 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 1. Know Your Unit Replacements Parts L. SD memory card M. Storage pouch...
  • Page 8 HCG-801-E.book Page 8 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 1. Know Your Unit Display The screen is used to display the guidance screens and results of ECG readings, adjust settings, and manage ECG data stored on the SD memory card or in unit memory.
  • Page 9 HCG-801-E.book Page 9 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 1. Know Your Unit ECG Graph This screen is displayed when you use the GRAPH menu to select ECG data stored on the unit. S. Calibration guide V. SD memory card indicator...

  • Page 10: Inserting And Replacing Batteries

    HCG-801-E.book Page 10 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 2. Inserting and Replacing Batteries Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and lift the end of the cover upwards. Note: Do not pull too hard on the cover.

  • Page 11: Battery Life And Replacement

    HCG-801-E.book Page 11 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 2. Inserting and Replacing Batteries Battery life and replacement When the “Please insert new batteries.” message appears, replace both batteries with new ones. • Always turn the unit off before replacing the batteries.
  • Page 12 HCG-801-E.book Page 12 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 2. Inserting and Replacing Batteries • Remove the batteries from this unit when you are not going to use it for a long period of time (approximately three months or more).

  • Page 13: Setting The Date And Time

    HCG-801-E.book Page 13 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 3. Setting the Date and Time Always set the date and time before using the unit for the first time. Check the date and time are correct before using the unit, reset them if necessary.
  • Page 14 HCG-801-E.book Page 14 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 3. Setting the Date and Time Press the OK button to confirm the day setting. The day setting is set and the month setting is highlighted. The display cycles through the settings, day ->...

  • Page 15: Using Sd Memory Card

    ECG data. Notes: • If you need to purchase a new SD memory card, consult your Omron Customer Service Department (Tel. 0870-7502771). • Do not store data other than ECG data from the unit on the card.
  • Page 16 HCG-801-E.book Page 16 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 4. Using SD Memory Card Open the SD memory card slot cover and insert the SD memory card into the slot. Notes: • Check that the card is correctly aligned and insert it into the slot as shown.
  • Page 17 HCG-801-E.book Page 17 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 4. Using SD Memory Card Close the SD memory card slot cover.
  • Page 18 HCG-801-E.book Page 18 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 4. Using SD Memory Card To eject the SD memory card Check that the device is turned off. Caution! Only eject an SD memory card when the unit is turned off.

  • Page 19: Formatting An Sd Memory Card

    HCG-801-E.book Page 19 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 4. Using SD Memory Card 4.2 Formatting an SD Memory Card You will need to format the SD memory card before you use it for the first time, and in the following circumstances.
  • Page 20 HCG-801-E.book Page 20 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 4. Using SD Memory Card Press the OK button. The message “All data in SD will be deleted. Format SD?” is displayed. Press the button to select YES, then press the OK button.

  • Page 21: Important Notes On Taking A Measurement

    HCG-801-E.book Page 21 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 5. Important Notes on Taking a Measurement In order to obtain a good ECG reading, it is important that measurements are taken correctly. Before taking a measurement for the first time, read these instructions carefully and make sure you observe the following points each time you take a measurement.

  • Page 22: Taking A Measurement

    HCG-801-E.book Page 22 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 6. Taking a Measurement Press the button to turn the unit on. The unit displays a reminder that self-measurement is not the same as medical diagnosis and then the guidance screens are displayed. (The guidance screens are displayed twice.)
  • Page 23 HCG-801-E.book Page 23 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 6. Taking a Measurement Place the chest electrode on bare skin about 5 cm below your left nipple. Notes: • Make sure that you are relaxed and that your chest is free of tension.
  • Page 24 HCG-801-E.book Page 24 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 6. Taking a Measurement While maintaining the same posture, press the START button. Measurement ends Measurement starts During measurement The unit beeps every second. About 30 seconds The measurement ends automatically, indicated by 4 rapid beeps.
  • Page 25 HCG-801-E.book Page 25 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 6. Taking a Measurement A measurement result message is displayed when the measurement has been completed. (Refer to p. 27 for details.) If you press the OK button while the result message is displayed, the list of ECG data stored on the SD memory card or unit is displayed.
  • Page 26 HCG-801-E.book Page 26 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 6. Taking a Measurement Common Causes of Inaccurate Measurement Results The following situations can result in inaccurate measurement results or errors. • The index finger is not placed • The unit is held incorrectly.
  • Page 27 HCG-801-E.book Page 27 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 6. Taking a Measurement Measurement Result There are 13 messages regarding the measurement result. A letter of the alphabet indicates each of the 13 possible messages. This letter is displayed together with the time and date of the measurement when the GRAPH menu is displayed.

  • Page 28: Displaying Ecg Data

    HCG-801-E.book Page 28 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 7. Displaying ECG Data The GRAPH menu is used to display the list of ECG data stored on the SD memory card or in unit memory. Press the MENU button while the unit is turned on, the GRAPH menu is highlighted.
  • Page 29 HCG-801-E.book Page 29 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 7. Displaying ECG Data Press the button to move down the list, and the button to move up. The most recent measurement result is displayed at the top of the list and is automatically highlighted, with any previous measurement results listed below it in chronological order.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Settings

    HCG-801-E.book Page 30 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 8. Adjusting the Settings You can use the SET menu to adjust various settings. You can press the START button to begin measurement even while the SET menu is displayed. 8.1 Basic Operation The following procedure describes how to select and adjust a setting.
  • Page 31 HCG-801-E.book Page 31 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 8. Adjusting the Settings Press the button to select the desired setting, then press the OK button to see the options for that setting. Adjust the settings then press the OK button to confirm the changes.

  • Page 32: Date And Time

    HCG-801-E.book Page 32 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 8. Adjusting the Settings 8.2 Date and Time Select this item if you need to reset the date and time for some reason. For details on setting the date and time, refer to p. 13.

  • Page 33: Brightness

    HCG-801-E.book Page 33 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 8. Adjusting the Settings 8.4 Brightness The current brightness level is displayed mark indicates the at the bottom of the screen. brightness level. * The default setting is the maximum brightness level.

  • Page 34: Contrast

    HCG-801-E.book Page 34 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 8. Adjusting the Settings 8.5 Contrast The current contrast level is displayed mark indicates the at the bottom of the screen. contrast level. * The default setting is medium contrast level.

  • Page 35: Language

    HCG-801-E.book Page 35 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 8. Adjusting the Settings 8.6 Language This setting specifies the language to be used for the screen display. The currently selected language is * The default language is English. displayed at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 36: Date Format

    HCG-801-E.book Page 36 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 8. Adjusting the Settings 8.7 Date Format You can select one of four formats, DD/MM/YY HH:MM (24 hour clock), DD/MM/YY HH:MM (AM/PM), MM-DD-YY HH:MM (AM/PM), or YY/MM/DD HH/MM (AM/PM). The date is displayed at the bottom of the * The default date format is screen using the currently selected format.

  • Page 37: Messages

    HCG-801-E.book Page 37 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 8. Adjusting the Settings 8.8 Messages This setting specifies whether to display or hide the message that appears after a measurement has been completed. The current setting is displayed at the * The default setting is Display.

  • Page 38: Overwrite

    HCG-801-E.book Page 38 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 8. Adjusting the Settings 8.9 Overwrite The unit will overwrite the oldest stored reading when the SD memory card or unit memory is full. A message will warn that this will happen, you can choose to hide or display this message.

  • Page 39: Managing Ecg Data

    HCG-801-E.book Page 39 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 9. Managing ECG Data 9.1 Erasing ECG Data Erasing All ECG Data You can use the SET menu to erase all the ECG data stored on the SD memory card or in unit memory.
  • Page 40 HCG-801-E.book Page 40 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 9. Managing ECG Data Press the button and select YES, then press the OK button. The number of sets of data to be deleted is displayed. Press the button and select YES, then press the OK button.
  • Page 41 HCG-801-E.book Page 41 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 9. Managing ECG Data Press the OK button. The confirmation message “Erase selected data?” is displayed. Press the button and select YES, then press the OK button. * By default, NO is The ECG data is erased and the screen from step 1 highlighted.

  • Page 42: Copying Data To An Sd Memory Card

    HCG-801-E.book Page 42 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 9. Managing ECG Data 9.2 Copying Data to an SD Memory Card You can copy ECG data from the unit’s internal memory to an SD memory card. This allows you to copy data to the SD memory card if measurements have been taken while the SD memory card was not inserted.
  • Page 43 HCG-801-E.book Page 43 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 9. Managing ECG Data Press the OK button. The ECG data is copied to the SD memory card. Caution! Never remove the SD memory card while data is being copied to it. If the SD memory card is removed while data is being copied, the data may be lost or damaged.

  • Page 44: Copying Data From The Sd Memory Card To A Pc

    HCG-801-E.book Page 44 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 9. Managing ECG Data 9.3 Copying data from the SD memory card to a PC Copying data from the SD memory card to a PC Please follow these instructions to copy data from the SD memory card to a PC.

  • Page 45: Copying Data From A Pc To The Sd Memory Card

    “4.1 Inserting and Ejecting SD Memory Card” on p. 15. Do not store more than 300 measurement files in this folder on the SD memory card. When more than 300 files are copied in this folder, the HCG-801 will display an error message when activated.

  • Page 46: Care And Maintenance

    HCG-801-E.book Page 46 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 10. Care and Maintenance 10.1 Lists and Explanations of Messages This section includes a list of all messages that may appear on the display. Refer to these if you are not sure what a displayed message means.

  • Page 47: Warning Messages

    HCG-801-E.book Page 47 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 10. Care and Maintenance Warning Messages Message Cause Remedy Wait until the message disappears. Formatting SD memory. The SD memory card is being Do not remove the SD memory formatted. DO NOT REMOVE SD card until formatting has been completed.

  • Page 48: Error Messages

    HCG-801-E.book Page 48 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 10. Care and Maintenance Message Cause Remedy Refer to the instruction supplied The unit is unable to access data with the memory card and insert SD is write-protected. because the SD memory card the SD memory card with write- inserted is write-protected.
  • Page 49 HCG-801-E.book Page 49 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 10. Care and Maintenance Error # Message Cause Remedy An error occurred while SD memory error trying to read ECG data Format the SD memory card. stored on the SD memory Cannot read data.

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    Turn off the unit and try again. If the data and time or other settings Other problems have been reset to their default values, set them again. If the problem still occurs, consult your Omron Customer Service Department (Tel. 0870-7502771)

  • Page 51: Maintenance And Storage

    HCG-801-E.book Page 51 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 11. Maintenance and Storage 11. Maintenance and Storage • Clean the unit with a cloth lightly dampened with water, disinfectant alcohol or detergent, then wipe it dry with a dry cloth. Do not wipe the SD memory card slot cover.

  • Page 52: Technical Data

    Note: Specifications may be changed without prior notice. • This device supports SDA standard SD memory cards. • OMRON Healthcare Inc. is a member of the SD Card Association. • Uses bitmap font from Ricoh Co., Ltd. • The SD logo is a registered trademark.
  • Page 53 This medical device manufactured by OMRON HEALTHCARE conforms to this EN60601-1-2:2007 standard for both immunity and emissions. Nevertheless, special precautions need to be observed: •...

  • Page 54: General Information About The Heart And Ecg Measurements

    HCG-801-E.book Page 54 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 13. General Information About the Heart and ECG Measurements The heart is a muscular pump controlled by electrical impulses generated by the body. It is divided into two by the septa and each side has two chambers – an atrium and a ventricle –...
  • Page 55 HCG-801-E.book Page 55 Tuesday, December 13, 2011 5:35 PM 13. General Information About the Heart and ECG Measurements About the ECG Waveform The ECG waveform shows the rhythm of your heartbeat during the 30-second measurement and displays the electrical activity causing the heart to beat. The waveform for each heartbeat shows the progress of the electrical impulse across and through the heart.
  • Page 56 HCG801-E.fm Page 56 Friday, January 6, 2012 5:59 PM Manufacturer OMRON HEALTHCARE Co., Ltd. 53, Kunotsubo, Terado-cho, Muko, Kyoto, 617-0002 JAPAN EU-representative OMRON HEALTHCARE EUROPE B.V. Scorpius 33, 2132 LR Hoofddorp THE NETHERLANDS www.omron-healthcare.com OMRON HEALTHCARE Co., Ltd. Production facility Mie, JAPAN OMRON HEALTHCARE UK LTD.

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