Dash 3000

Dash3000/4000
Patient Monitor
Service Manual
2000966-070 Revision A
NOTE: Due to continuing product innovation, specifications in this
manual are subject to change without notice.
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T-2 Dash 3000/4000 Patient Monitor Revision A

2000966-070 7 June 2001
CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Manual Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Revision History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Manual Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Intended Audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Responsibility of the Manufacturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Equipment Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Service Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Equipment Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
2 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
The Monitoring System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
The Patient Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Right Side View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Left Side View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Back View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Optional Alarm Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Optional RAC 2A Module Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Optional Wireless LAN System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Access Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Performance Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
ECG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Invasive Blood Pressure (BP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Noninvasive Blood Pressure (NBP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Pulse Oximetry (SPO2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Cardiac Output (CO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Respiration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Temperature (TEMP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Analog Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Defibrillator Synchronization Pulse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Paper Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
RF Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
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Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Electromagnetic Compatibility Compliance (EMC) . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
FCC Compliance Information Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
3 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Back Panel Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
ETHERNET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
RAC 2A Housing Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Defib Sync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
AC Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Front Panel Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
AC Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Battery Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Battery Charging/Ready Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Power Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Ethernet Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Twisted Pair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Concentrator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Node . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Segment and Branch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Repeater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Twisted Pair Cabling (10BaseT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Symbol PC Card (Wireless LAN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MAINTENANCE 4-1
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Manufacturer Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Visual Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Cleaning Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Cleaning the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Exterior Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Materials Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Battery Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Conditioning the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Frequency Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Replacing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Recycling the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
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Electrical Safety Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Test Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Test Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Power Outlet Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Ground (Earth) Integrity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Ground Continuity Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Impedance of Protective Earth Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Ground (Earth) Wire Leakage Current Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Enclosure Leakage Current Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Patient (Source) Leakage Current Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Patient (Sink) Leakage Current Test
(Mains Voltage on the Applied Part) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
Test Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
Checkout Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
Manufacturer Recommended Test Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
Monitor Power-up Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
ECG Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
5 Lead ECG Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
12SL and ACI-TIPI ECG Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Respiration Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Temperature Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23
Cardiac Output Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
Invasive Blood Pressure Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26
BP1 Connector (AR1) Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26
BP2 Connector (PA2) Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27
Pulse Oximetry Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28
Noninvasive Blood Pressure Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-30
Analog Output and Defibrillator Synchronization Tests . . . . . . . . . . 4-32
DEFIB Sync Connector: ECG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32
DEFIB Sync Connector: Arterial BP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32
DEFIB Sync Connector: Marker Out (Frequency) . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
DEFIB Sync Connector: Marker Out (Pulse Width) . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
Battery Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35
Graph Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35
Graph Speed Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35
Display Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36
Speaker Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36
Network Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36
RF LAN Test (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36
Dash Port Docking Station Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
Electrical Safety Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
RAC 2A Module Housing Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
Electrical Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
Checkout Procedures Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
PM Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
Repair Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38
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5 TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Service Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Boot Loader Service Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Main Menu Service Mode Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
About Service Mode Menu Option Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Service Mode Menu Option Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Review Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
About the Monitor Error Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Downloading the Error Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Accessing the Review Errors Menu Option Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Error Log Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Error Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Severity of the Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Battery Alarms and Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Alarm Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Power Source Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Wall Receptacle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Power Cord and Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Data Acquisition Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
ECG Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
ECG Waveforms Display Incorrectly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
ECG Waveforms Do Not Display At All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Lead Fail Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Pace Detect Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
Pace Detect Functions Do Not Work Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
Invasive Blood Pressure Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
Setup BP1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
Setup BP2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
Zero-Reference Both BP’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
Generate Dynamic BP Waveforms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
Verify Dynamic BP Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
Generate Static BP Waveforms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18
BP Waveforms Do Not Appear Correctly On The Display . . . . . 5-18
BP Waveforms Do Not Appear On The Display At All . . . . . . . . 5-18
Respiration Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19
No Respiration Waveform or Rate Appear on the Display . . . . 5-19
Respiration Functions Work Properly on Patient Simulator but not on
Actual Patient . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
Noninvasive Blood Pressure Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
NBP Alarms Occur Continuously . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
Wireless LAN Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Service Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Fault/Symptom Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Acquisition PCB Symptoms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Processor PCB Symptoms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Troubleshooting Software Updates - Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . 5-26
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29
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6 CONFIGURATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Upgrading a Monitor to Version 2C Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Download Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Before you Begin Downloading Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Load the Upgrade Software into the Host Download Device . . . . 6-5
Download the Software into the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Complete the Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Configuring a Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Main Menu Selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Set Unit Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Set Bed Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Patient-Monitor Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Set Graph Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Communication Confirmation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
Problems? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
Admit Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15
Boot Code Selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16
Set Defib Sync Voltage and Pulse Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16
Set Line Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16
Set CIC and QS Protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16
Set MUSE Protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16
Transcutaneous Pace Blank Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
Set Country Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
Set Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
Advanced User Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19
Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19
Set Time and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19
Change Software Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20
Change Ethernet Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21
Review Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21
Transferring Error Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24
Access the COPY LOGS Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25
Select the Monitoring Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25
Select the Error Log Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25
Copy Error Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26
Eject Floppy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26
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7 CALIBRATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Hardware Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
NBP, ECG, BP, and End-tidal CO2 Software Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
NBP Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
In General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Required Test Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Calibration Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5
ECG or BP Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Before you Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
ECG Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
BP Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
End-tidal CO2 Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
8 FIELD REPLACEABLE UNITS AND UPGRADES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Disassembly Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Before Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Hardware Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
PCB Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
After Reassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Handle Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Removing the Handle Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Replacing or Upgrading the Dash 3000 Alarm Light Option . . . . . . . 8-8
Display Assembly Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Removing the Display Assembly from the Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Replacing the Backlight Inverter PCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13
Replacing the Key Pad Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14
Replacing the LCD Color Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15
Replacing or Upgrading the Dash 4000 Alarm Light Option . . . . . . 8-16
Replacing the Dash 4000 Front Panel PCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17
Main Unit Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18
DAS and NBP Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18
Main and/or Power Supply Assemblies, Speaker or RF LAN Upgrade 8-
21
Processor/Power Management PCB and Battery Assembly . . . . . . 8-22
Power Supply Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24
Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-25
RF LAN Upgrade Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-26
Verify the Wireless LAN ID Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-35
Verify Wireless LAN Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-35
Optional DDW Writer Replacement/Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-36
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-36
Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-36
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9 ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Theory Of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4
General Monitor Block Theory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
Overall Monitor Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Flat Panel Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Trim Knob Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Power Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8
Data Acquisition System (DAS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8
Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
ECG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
Respiration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
Pulse Oximetry (SpO2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
Non-Invasive Blood Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
Invasive Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
Cardiac Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
Processor/Power Management Subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-13
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-13
Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14
Main Microcontroller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15
System Control Logic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Real-Time Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Audio Subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Video Subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Defib Sync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
Optional Thermal Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
Optional Alarm Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
Peripheral Expansion Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
Unity Network Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
Ethernet Priority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
Async Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
Debug Monitor and Diagnostic LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
Battery Subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
Optional Thermal Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
Handle Subassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
AUX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Defib Sync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Peripheral Expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Setup and Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Program Code Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Monitor Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Patient Data Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Time and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
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Error Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21

Electrical Diagram PN 2004323, Revison B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22
Exploded View PN 2004323, Revision B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23
Dash 3000 Display Assembly PN 419031-003, Rev. C . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-27
Dash 3000 Display Part List PN 419031-003, Rev. C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Dash 4000 Display Assembly PN 2004272-001, Rev. C . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Dash 4000 Display Parts List PN 2004272-001, Rev. C . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Field Replaceable Units (FRU’s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Dash 3000 FRUs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Dash 4000 FRUs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Port Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33
Invasive Blood Pressure Cable Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33
Pulse Oximetry (SpO2) Cable Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34
Temperature/CO Cable Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34
Capnostat III (CO2) Cable Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35
NBP Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36
ECG Cable Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36
Input Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-37
Network Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-37
Auxiliary Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Defib Sync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Peripheral Expansion Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-39
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Manual Information
Revision History Each page of this manual has the document part number and revision
letter at the bottom of the page. The revision letter identifies the
document’s update level. The revision history of this document is
summarized below.
Revision History
Revision Date Comment
A 7 June 2001 Initial release of this manual.
Manual Purpose This manual supplies technical information for service representatives
and technical personnel so they can maintain the equipment to the
assembly level. Use it as a guide for maintenance and electrical repairs
considered field repairable. Where necessary the manual identifies
additional sources of relevant information and technical assistance.
See the operator’s manual for the instructions necessary to operate the
equipment safely in accordance with its function and intended use.
Intended Audience This manual is intended for service representatives and technical
personnel who maintain, troubleshoot, or repair this equipment.

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INTRODUCTION: Safety Information
Safety Information
Responsibility of the GE Medical Systems Information Technologies is responsible for the

effects of safety, reliability, and performance only if:
Manufacturer
• Assembly operations, extensions, readjustments, modifications, or
repairs are carried out by persons authorized by GE Medical Systems
Information Technologies.
• The electrical installation of the relevant room complies with the

requirements of the appropriate regulations.
• The equipment is used in accordance with the instructions for use.
General This device is intended for use under the direct supervision of a licensed
health care practitioner.
This device is not intended for home use.
Federal law restricts this device to be sold by or on the order of a

physician.
Contact GE Medical Systems Information Technologies for information

before connecting any devices to the equipment that are not
recommended in this manual.
Parts and accessories used must meet the requirements of the applicable
IEC 601 series safety standards, and/or the system configuration must
meet the requirements of the IEC 60601-1-1 medical electrical systems
standard.
Periodically, and whenever the integrity of the device is in doubt, test all
functions.
The use of ACCESSORY equipment not complying with the equivalent

safety requirements of this equipment may lead to a reduced level of
safety of the resulting system. Consideration relating to the choice shall
include:
• use of the accessory in the PATIENT VICINITY; and
• evidence that the safety certification of the ACCESSORY has been

performed in accordance to the appropriate IEC 60601-1 and/or IEC
60601-1-1 harmonized national standard.
If the installation of the equipment, in the USA, will use 240V rather
than 120V, the source must be a center-tapped, 240V, single-phase
circuit.

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Warnings, Cautions, The terms danger, warning, and caution are used throughout this
manual to point out hazards and to designate a degree or level or
and Notes seriousness. Familiarize yourself with their definitions and significance.
Hazard is defined as a source of potential injury to a person.
DANGER indicates an imminent hazard which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice which, if not

avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice which, if not

avoided, could result in minor personal injury or product/property
damage.
NOTE provides application tips or other useful information to assure

that you get the most from your equipment.

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Equipment Symbols Some of the following symbols appear on the equipment.
ATTENTION: Consult accompanying documents before using the

equipment.
In Europe, this symbol means dangerous or high voltage. In the United

States, this symbol represents the caution notice below:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do NOT remove cover (or back).
Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
Defibrillator-proof type CF equipment; type CF equipment is

specifically designed for applications where a conductive connection
directly to the heart is established. The paddles indicate the equipment
is defibrillator proof.
Defibrillator-proof type BF equipment; type BF equipment is suitable

for intentional external and internal application to the patient,
excluding direct cardiac application. Type BF equipment is type B
equipment with an F-type isolated (floating) part. The paddles indicate
the equipment is defibrillator proof.
Type B equipment; type B equipment is suitable for intentional

external and internal application to the patient, excluding direct
cardiac application.
Equipotentiality
Alternating current (AC)
Power; I = ON; O= OFF
Fuse
Battery
Indicates the Ethernet connection for the monitor.

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PRESS
Press to open.
Power
814A
Graph Go/Stop
815A
NBP Go/Stop
816A
Function
817A
Silence Alarm
818A
Classified by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. with respect to electric

shock, fire, mechanical and other specified hazards, only in accordance
with UL 2601-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1, IEC 60601-1, and, if
required, IEC 60601-2-27, IEC 60601-2-30, IEC 60601-2-34, IEC 60601-
1-1.

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INTRODUCTION: Service Information
Service Information
Service Follow the service requirements listed below.
Requirements • Refer equipment servicing to GE Medical Systems Information

Technologies’ authorized service personnel only.
• Any unauthorized attempt to repair equipment under warranty voids

that warranty.
• It is the user’s responsibility to report the need for service to GE

Medical Systems Information Technologies or to one of their
authorized agents.
• Failure on the part of the responsible individual, hospital, or

institution using this equipment to implement a satisfactory
maintenance schedule may cause undue equipment failure and
possible health hazards.
• Regular maintenance, irrespective of usage, is essential to ensure

that the equipment will always be functional when required.
Equipment Every GE Medical Systems Information Technologies device has a unique

serial number for identification. A sample of the information found on a
Identification serial number label is shown below.
D 0 XX 0005 G XX
Month Year Product Code Product Division Device Characteristics

Manufactured Manufactured Two-character Sequence F = Cardiology One or two letters that
A = January 0 = 2000 product Number G = Monitoring further describe the unit,
B = February 1 = 2001 descriptor Manufacturing for example:
C = March 2 = 2002 number (of total P = prototype not
D = April units conforming to marketing
E = May (and so on)
manufactured) specification
F = June R = refurbished equipment
G = July S = special product
H = August documented under Specials
J = September part numbers
K = October U = upgraded unit
L = November
M = December

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EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW:
For your notes

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EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW: Components
Components
The Monitoring The Dash 3000/4000 patient monitor can function by itself with a built-in
writer, or it can be cabled in with the Unity Network via Ethernet.
System Optional components are, if using Wireless LAN or cabled to Ethernet, a
Centralscope central station and the Clinical Information Center.
The Patient Monitor This device is designed to monitor a fixed set of parameters including
ECG, noninvasive blood pressure, impedance respiration, SpO2, and
temperature. Invasive pressure and EtCO2 are optional features.
Additional specialized features include cardiac output, cardiac
calculations, pulmonary calculations, dose calculations, PA wedge (PA
wedge is only available with the invasive pressure option), and SAM
module interface.
001B
051B
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Right Side View All of the patient cable connectors are located on the right side of the
monitor. A Trim Knob control provides single control operation of
virtually all monitor functions.
Patient Cable
Connectors
002A
Left Side View On the left of the monitor, you can find the built-in writer and the
battery compartment.
Optional Built-in Writer—

The built-in, 4 channel
writer is located in the
center of the left side of the
monitor.
Battery Compartment—
The battery packs are
located in this
compartment.
003A

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Back View On the back of the monitor you will find all connectors for equipment and
network.
Line Voltage Selector—This selector

is factory set to match the line
voltage and frequency rating for
your country.
Network Connector—A cable

can be connected to this port
for monitors used in patient Audible Alarm Enunciator—The
monitoring network internal speaker provides sound
configurations. for audible alarms. For better
sound quality do not block
speaker.
Equipotential Terminal—For
measurements in or near the heart Aux Port—Used for
we recommend connecting the RAC 2A and software
monitor to the potential updates.
equalization system. Use the
green and yellow potential
equalization cable and connect it
to this pin.
Defib Sync Connector—Provides

ECG analog output signals to
004A
user-supplied equipment. A 5-
volt, 2-millisecond artificial pacer
spike is added to the analog
output when PACE is on and
AC Power Connector
detection occurs.
Peripheral Expansion Port
Optional Alarm Indicator An optional alarm indicator can be built into the handle of the Dash 3000
monitor or into the display bezel of the Dash 4000 monitor. When
activated, the LED indicator flashes red for CRISIS and WARNING
patient status alarms and yellow for all other alarms.
Alarm Indicator
052B
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Optional RAC 2A The RAC 2A module housing currently supports the SAM module.
Module Housing
797B
An integral power supply is used to run the RAC 2A and support the
needed voltages.

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Optional Wireless The flexibility of the GE Medical Systems Information Technologies

Unity Network is increased by using the Wireless LAN system. The
LAN System Wireless LAN system allows the user to roam from one access point to
another, maintaining a strong, seamless connection to the Unity
network.
The monitor, with its optional built-in Wireless LAN, functionally

performs the same as a monitor connected directly to the Unity network.
It can be viewed at the central station and by other GE Medical Systems
Information Technologies’ monitors on the network (i.e. Dash 3000/4000,
Eagle 4000, and Solar patient monitors). Monitors with Wireless LAN
sends and receives patient data via the access points of the Unity
network.
NOTE: Wireless patient monitors that are moved from room to room
must have the monitor type configured as Rover or Rover/Combo
monitoring.
Access Points To integrate the wireless network with the wired network, one or more
access points are necessary. An access point connects the wireless
monitor to the wired network infrastructure within the building, and
acts as a bridge between the wired and wireless networks. The areas
covered by each access point overlap to insure continuous coverage.
NOTE: The monitor will only work with a Symbol Access Point. The
monitor will not communicate directly with a Wireless LAN
device from Aironet.
050A

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EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications
Due to continual product innovation, specifications are subject to change

without notice. The following specifications are accurate as of the date of
this publication, and pertain to the Dash 3000/4000 Patient Monitor.
Performance
Specifications
Display
Size:
Dash 3000: 8.4-inch diagonal
Dash 4000: 10.4-inch diagonal
Type:
Color: Active-Matrix Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
Resolution: 640 by 480 pixels
Number of traces: 6 (maximum)
Number of seconds/trace:
Dash 3000: 4.9 at 25 mm/sec
Dash 4000: 5.9 at 25 mm/sec
Sweep speed:
All waveforms 6.25, 12.5 or 25 mm/sec (with erase bar)
Waveform display options: Individual 6 waveforms, individual 3 waveforms, full,
and full grid modes
Information window: Displays non-real-time information without obstructing
the display of real-time information
Display organization: Prioritized by parameter
Controls
Standard: Trim Knob control plus 5 hard keys: Power, NBP Go/
Stop, Function, Silence Alarm, and Graph Go/Stop
Alarms
Categories: Patient Status and System Status
Priorities: 4 levels — Crisis, Warning, Advisory, and Message
Notification: Audible and visual
Setting: Default and individual
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Pause: 5 minutes (adult); 3 minutes (neonatal); 5, 15 minutes,

permanent (OR mode)
Volume: Default 70%, 70 dB measured at 1 meter
ECG
5 Leadwire cable: I, II, III, V, aVR, aVL, and aVF
10 Leadwire cable (12SL option): V2, V3, V4, V5 and V6
Leads analyzed simultaneously: I, II, III, and V (multi-lead mode)
Lead fail: Identifies failed lead
Alarms: User-selectable upper and lower heart rate limits
Input specifications:
Voltage range: ±0.5 mV to ±5 mV
Signal width: 40 ms to 120 ms (Q to S)
Heart rate range: 30 to 300 BPM
Accuracy: ±1% or ±1 BPM, whichever is greater
Input impedance:
Common mode: >10 MΩ at 50/60 Hz
Differential: >2.5 MΩ from dc to 60 Hz
Common mode rejection: 90dB minimum at 50 Hz or 60 Hz
Output specifications:
Frequency response:
Display:
Diagnostic: 0.05 to 40 Hz
Monitoring: 0.05 to 40 Hz
Moderate: 0.05 to 25 Hz
Maximum: 5 to 25 Hz
Paper Recorder:
Diagnostic: 0.05 to 100 Hz
Monitoring: 0.05 to 40 Hz
Moderate: 0.05 to 25 Hz
Maximum: 5 to 25 Hz
Linearity deviation: ±3% (maximum)
Noise: <30 µ V (referred to input)
ST segment measurement:
Measurement point: Adjustable from 0 to 120 ms past the J-point
(default: 60 ms adult, 30 ms neonatal)
Measurement range: –12.0 to +12.0 mm
Measurement accuracy: ±10% or 0.5 mm, whichever is greater
Pacemaker detection/rejection:
Input voltage range: ±2 mV to ±700 mV
Input pulse width: 0.1 ms to 2 ms
Rise time: 10 µ s to 100 µ s
Over/under shoot: 2 mV (max)
Baseline drift: <0.5 mV/hour with a ±700-mV, 2-ms pacemaker pulse
applied

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Invasive Blood
Pressure (BP)
Number of channels: 2
Transducer sites: Arterial (ART), femoral artery (FEM), pulmonary artery
(PA), central venous (CVP), right atrial (RA), left atrial
(LA), intracranial (ICP), and special (SP)
In neonatal mode: umbilical artery catheter (UAC) and

umbilical venous catheter (UVC)
Transducer requirements:
Excitation voltage: 5.0 Vdc ±0.1%
Transducer output: 5 µ V/V/mmHg
Range: –25 mmHg to 300 mmHg
Offset: ±150 mmHg
Frequency response: dc to 50 Hz
Zero balance range: ±150 mmHg
Zero balance accuracy: ±1 mmHg
Zero balance drift: ±1 mmHg over 24 hours
Accuracy: ±2% or ±1 mmHg, whichever is greater (exclusive of
transducer)
Alarms: User-selectable upper and lower limits for systolic,
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Noninvasive Blood
Pressure (NBP)
Measurement technique: Oscillometric
Displayed parameters: Systolic, diastolic, and mean pressures, pulse rate, time
of last measurement
Measurement modes: Manual, auto, and stat in adult and OR modes; manual
and auto in neonatal mode
NBP pressure range:
Systolic pressure range
Adult: 30 to 275 mmHg
Pediatric: 30 to 235 mmHg
Neonatal: 30 to 135 mmHg
Diastolic pressure range
Mean pressure range
Cuff pressure range:
Pressure accuracy:
Static: ±2% or ±3 mmHg, whichever is greater
Clinical: ±5 mmHg average error
8 mmHg standard deviation
Heart rate detection: 30 to 200 beats per minute
Total cycle time: 20 to 40 seconds typical (dependent on heart rate and
motion artifact)
Automatic cycle times: 0 to 8 hours
Auto zero: Zero pressure reference prior to each cuff inflation
Tubing length:
Adult: 12 feet
Neonatal: 8 feet
Automatic cuff deflation: Cycle time exceeding 3 minutes (90 seconds neonatal),
power off, or cuff pressure exceeds 294 mmHg (±6
mmHg) adult, 147 mmHg (±3 mmHg) neonatal
Cuff sizes:
Disposable: Large adult, adult, small adult, pediatric, small pediatric,
and infant
Reusable: Thigh, large adult, adult, child, and infant
Alarms: User-selectable upper and lower limits for systolic,
diastolic, and mean pressures

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Pulse Oximetry
(SPO2)
Parameters monitored: Arterial oxygen saturation (SpO2) and peripheral pulse
rate (PPR)
SpO2 range: 50 - 100%
PPR range: 30 - 300 beats per minute
Accuracy: Actual accuracy depends on probe. Please reference
manufacturer’s specifications.
SpO2: ± 2% (70 - 100% SpO2) ±1 standard deviation
± 3% (50 - 69% SpO2) ±1 standard deviation
PPR: ± 3 beats per minute
Alarms: User-selectable upper and lower limits for SpO2 and
PPR
Cardiac Output (CO)

Availability: Included in 7020 and 7025 software packages. Not
available in 7015 software package.
Probe type: In-line or bath probe
Catheter manufacturers: Abbott, Arrow, Baxter, Ohmeda, or other
Catheter sizes:
Abbott catheter sizes: 5.5F (75 cm), 7F (85 cm), 7.5F (110 cm), and
8F (110 cm)
Arrow catheter sizes: 5, 6, 7, or 7.5F
Baxter catheter sizes: 5, 6, 7, 7.5 or 8F
Ohmeda catheter sizes: 5, 7, or 7.5F
Other catheter sizes: Cardiac coefficient entered manually
Injectate volume: 3, 5, or 10 cc
Parameters displayed: Cardiac output, blood temperature, injectate
temperature, trial number
Range:
Cardiac output: 0.2 - 15 liters per minute
Blood temperature: 30 - 42°C
Injectate temperature: 0 - 30°C
Accuracy:
Cardiac output: ±5% (liters of blood/min)
Blood temperature: ±0.2°C
Injectate temperature: ±0.3°C
Frequency response: dc to 15 Hz ±2 Hz

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Respiration
Measurement technique: Impedance variation detection
Range:
Respiration rate: 0 - 200 breaths per minute
Base impedance: 100 - 1000 Ω at 52.6 kHz excitation frequency
Detection sensitivity: 0.4 to 10 Ω variation
Accuracy:
Respiration rate ±1 BrPM
Waveform display bandwidth: 0.1 to 1.8 Hz (–3 dB)
Alarms: User-selectable upper and lower respiration rate limits,
and user-selectable apnea limit
Temperature (TEMP)
Number of channels: 2
Probe type: YSI Series 400 or 700 thermistor (determined by input
cable)
Temperature range: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
Resolution: ±0.1°C
Parameters displayed: T1, T2
Accuracy: (independent of source)
±0.1°C for YSI series 400 probes;
±0.3°C for YSI series 700 probes
Alarms: User-selectable upper and lower limits for T1, T2
Carbon Dioxide
(CO2)
Information displayed: Inspired and expired carbon dioxide concentrations in %,
mmHg or kPa, respiration rate, continuous CO2 waveform
Measurement technique: Non-dispersive infrared absorption, dual wavelength
ratiometric
Sensor type: Novametrix Medical Systems’ Capnostat III
Patient interface: Compatible with Novametrix Medical Systems’
Capnogard monitoring product
Airway adaptors
Types: Adult reusable (standard), adult disposable, neonatal
Dead space/chamber volumes:
Adult reusable: <5 cc
Adult disposable: <5 cc
Neonatal: <0.5 cc

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CO2 measurement specifications:

Measurement range:
Pi CO2/Fi CO2: 0 to 100 mmHg/0 to 13%
Pe CO2/Fe CO2: 0 to 100 mmHg/0 to 13%
RR: 0 to 120 breaths/min
Accuracy: ±5% of reading or ±2 mmHg, whichever is greater
Display update interval: 2 sec
CO2 waveform sweep speed: Selectable 6.25, 12.5, or 25 mm/sec
CO2 averaging: Selectable from single breath, 10 sec, or 20 sec
CO2 measurement stability: Accuracy maintained over 8 hours
Resolution: 1 mmHg
Noise: 2% of reading or 0.5 mmHg (maximum), whichever is
greater
60 Hz interference: <0.5 mmHg at 38 mmHg
Step response time:
Adult: <60 ms (10-90%)
Neonatal <50 ms (10-90%)
Interference:
N2O gas: ±5% of reading or ±2 mmHg (maximum), whichever is
greater, with N2O compensation enabled
O2 gas: ±5% of reading or ±2 mmHg (maximum), whichever is
greater, with O2 compensation enabled
Barometric pressure: ±2 mmHg (maximum) from 500 to 800 mmHg
Water vapor: ±1.5% of reading or ±0.5 mmHg (maximum),
whichever is greater
Anesthetic agent: ±0.5 mmHg (maximum) for concentration of no more
than 5% of halogenated agents
Airway adapter variability: ±3% of reading or ±1.5 mmHg (maximum), whichever
is greater, with same or different adapter; not applicable
after adapter zero
Warm-up time: Less than 15 seconds to initial CO2 indication, full
specification within 120 seconds; waveform immediate
upon power up
Calibration:
Factory settings: Factory calibration settings stored in nonvolatile
memory within the sensor; 15 second adaptor
calibration when switching airway types
Verification: Zero and span performance check with on-cable verifier
Respiration rate specifications:
Range (for 5% step size): 0-120 breaths per minute
Accuracy: ±1 breath per minute
Resolution: ±1 breath per minute
Barometric pressure sensor
specifications:
Range: 425 to 817 mmHg (56 to 109 kPa)
Accuracy: ±25 mmHg
Alarms: User-selectable upper and lower limits for CO2 and RR.

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Analog Output
ECG:
Gain: 1 V/mV ±10%
DC offset: ±100 mV (max)
Noise: <5 mVp-p (0-300 Hz)
Frequency response: 0.05 Hz to 100 Hz +7/–0 Hz
Time delay: 40 ms monitoring filter, 35 ms diagnostic filter
Blood pressure:
Gain: 10 mV/mmHg ±2%
DC offset: ±20 mV (max)
Noise: <5 mVp-p (0-300 Hz)
Frequency response: dc to 50 Hz +2/–0 Hz
Time delay: 40 Hz filter, 37 ms
Defibrillator
Synchronization
Pulse
Marker out:
Time delay: 35 ms (maximum), R-wave peak to leading edge of
pulse.
Amplitude (selectable in Service
menu):
+5 V selection: 3.5 V (min) at 1 mA sourcing; 0.5 V (max) at 5 mA
sinking.
+12 V selection: 11.0 V (min) at 1 mA sourcing; 0.75 V (max) at 5 mA
sinking.
Pulse width: 10 ms ±10% or 100 ms ±10% (selectable in Service
menu).
Output impedance: 50 Ω nominal
Current limit: 15 mA nominal, both sourcing and sinking.
Marker in:
Input threshold: VIH = ±2.5 V (min); VIL = ±1.5 V (max)
Input hysteresis: 650 mV typical
Maximum input voltage: ±30 V (with respect to ground on pin 3)
Input impedance: 10 kΩ (min) for -25 V < VIN < 25 V
Pulse width: 1.0 ms (min), VIN > 2.5 V

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Battery
Battery type: Exchangeable Lithium-Ion
Number of batteries: 2
Battery weight: 0.36 kg (0.8 lbs) each
Voltage: 11.1 V (nominal)
Capacity: 3.9 Ah
Charge time: Less than 4 hours each
Run time: 4 to 5 hrs
Paper Recorder
Method: Thermal dot array
Horizontal resolution: 480 dots/in at 25 mm/sec
Vertical resolution: 200 dots/in
Number of waveform channels: 4
Paper width: 50 mm (1.97 in)
Paper length: 30 m (100 ft)
Paper speed: 0.1, 0.5, 1, 5, 10, 12.5, 25, and 50 mm/sec (± 2%)
RF Wireless LAN
Transmission technique: Frequency hopping spread spectrum
Frequency: Country dependent, specific settings received from
access point. Within 2400 to 2500 MHZ range.
Frequency hopping Country dependent, specific settings received from
characteristics: access point. IEEE 802.11 compliant
Radio data rate: 1 and 2 Mbps
Radio output power: 160 mW (including antenna gain)
1 Mbps range: Open environment: over 850 ft. (260)
Typical hospital environment: between 150 and 200 ft.
(45 to 60 m)
2 Mbps range: Open environment: over 425 ft. (130)
Typical hospital environment: between 100 and 150 ft.
(30 to 45 m)
Modulation: Binary GFSK
Applicable standards: US: FCC Part 15 Class B
Europe: ETS 300 328 and ETS 300 826

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Environmental
Specifications
NOTE: The system may not meet its performance specifications if
stored or used outside the manufaturer’s specified temperature
and humidity range.
Power requirements:
90-132VAC 50/60 Hz 2.0A
190-264 VAC 50/60 Hz 1.0A
Power consumption: 75 watts (fully loaded)
Cooling: Convection
Heat dissipation: 240 Btu/hr (max)
Battery operation time:
General: Battery age will affect operating time.
Operating conditions:
Ambient temperature: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
While charging batteries: 0 to 35°C (32 to 95°F)
Capnostat III sensor 10° to 40° C (50° to 104°F)
Relative humidity: 5 to 95% at 40°C
Vibration: MIL-STD 810E, Method 514.4, Category 1
Altitude: -610 to 4, 570 m (-2,000 to 15,000 ft)
Storage conditions (Do not
exceed):
Maximum: 70°C (158°F) at 95% relative humidity
Minimum: –40°C (–40°F) at 15% relative humidity
CO2 Sensor: –30 to 65°C (–22 to 149°F)
Batteries: –20 to 60°C (–4 to 140°F)
Equipment Type: Portable per IEC 60601-1
Physical
Specifications
Height:
Dash 3000 26 cm (10.25 inches)
Dash 4000 27.38 cm (10.78 inches)
Width:
Dash 3000 28 cm (11.0 inches)
Dash 4000 29.26 cm (11.5 inches)
Depth:
Dash 3000 20 cm (8 inches)
Dash 4000 24.26 cm (9.55 inches)
Weight (without batteries)
Dash 3000 5.08 kg (11.2 lbs)
Dash 4000 5.53 kg (12.2 lbs)

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Certification
Safety
UL 2601-1 classified.
UL classified for CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1
IEC 60601-1 and EN 60601-1 Certified
CE marking for Council Directive 93/42/EEC concerning medical devices
Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Equipment Directive
Electromagnetic The Dash 3000/4000 system meets the requirements of EN 60601-1-2

(1993–04) Medical Electrical Equipment, Part 1: General Requirements
Compatibility Compliance for Safety, 2. Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic compatibility—
(EMC) Requirements and tests.
Exceptions
SpO2 Parameter — EN 60601-1-2 clause 36.202.1—IMMUNITY:
Radiated Immunity:
• The level of compliance is 1 volt per meter. If operating under the

conditions defined in EMC Standard EN60601-1-2 (Radiated
Immunity 3 volts per meter), field strength above 1 volt per meter
may cause waveform distortions and erroneous numeric data at
various electromagnetic interference (EMI) frequencies.
CO2 Parameter — EN 60601-1-2 clause 36.202.1—IMMUNITY:

Radiated Immunity:
• ‘The level of compliance is 1 volt per meter. If operating under the

conditions defined in EMC Standard EN60601-1-2 (Radiated
Immunity 3 volts per meter), field strength above 1 volt per meter
may cause waveform distortions and erroneous numeric data at
various electromagnetic interference (EMI) frequencies.
Recommendations
Review the AAMI EMC Committee technical information report (TIR-18)
titled Guidance on electromagnetic compatibility of medical devices for
clinical/biomedical engineers - Part 1: Radiated radio-frequency
electromagnetic energy. This TIR provides a means to evaluate and
manage the EMI environment in the hospital.
The following actions can be taken:
• managing (increasing) distance between sources of EMI and

susceptible devices.
• managing (removing) devices that are highly susceptible to EMI
• lower power from internal EMI sources under hospital control (i.e.
paging systems)
• labeling devices susceptible to EMI
• educate staff (nurses and doctors) to be aware of, and to recognize,
potential EMI related problems

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FCC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of
Industry Canada.
Information Statement
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

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INSTALLATION:
For your notes

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INSTALLATION: Connections
Connections
Back Panel On the back of the monitor you will find all connectors for equipment and
network.
Connections
ETHERNET
Aux Port
Defib Sync Connector

004A
Peripheral Expansion Port

AC Power Connector
ETHERNET The ETHERNET connector provides an ANSI/IEEE 802.3 10BaseT

Ethernet standard interface to the Unity Network.
RAC 2A Housing The RAC 2A module housing connects to the monitor via a standard
category 5 patch cable (PN 418335-002) which plugs into the AUX port
Connectors on the monitor and to the Auto Port on the back of the RAC 2A module
housing.
The RAC 2A module housing does not have an Analog Output connector.
AC Power
Power Switch
Auto Port to the

monitor’s Aux Port
Async Comm
007A

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Defib Sync The connector provides ECG analog output signals to user-supplied
equipment.
CAUTION
Equipment damage. Connect all peripheral equipment
before plugging the power cord into an AC outlet.
Otherwise, connectors may be damaged.
AC Power Use this connector to apply power to the monitor. The monitor will be
powered at all times when using AC power (there is no AC power switch).
The monitor is preset at the factory for a specific AC voltage. Before
applying power, be sure the power requirements match your power
supply. Refer to the label on the back of the unit for the voltage and
current requirements.

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Front Panel Power and battery indicators are located on the front panel of the
monitor.
Indicators
Battery A and Battery B Charge Status AC/Battery Power
Indicators Indicator
AC/ Battery Power
Indicators
Battery A and B Charge

Status Indicators
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Dash 3000 Monitor’s Front Panel Dash 4000 Monitor’s Front Panel
AC Power Indicator The indicator illuminates green when AC power is applied to the
monitor. The indicator is not illuminated when the monitor is not
powered.
Battery Power Indicator The indicator illuminates yellow when the monitor is battery powered.
The indicator is not illuminated when the monitor is not powered or
when AC power is applied.
Battery Charging/Ready An icon for each battery pack indicates its charging status. The battery
icon illuminates yellow when the respective battery is being charged. If
Indicators both batteries are present and require charging, then both icons will
illuminate even though they will be charged sequentially. The battery
icon illuminates green when the respective battery is fully charged.
When the monitor is operating under battery power the battery icons will
not be illuminated. The icons are also not illuminated when the
respective battery is either not being charged, not installed, or has failed.
NOTE
No specific information is given to distinguish a failed
battery pack condition from a condition where the
battery is not installed or is not being charged.
Power Up After making all connections, plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet.
When all cables are properly connected, press the power button to turn
the monitor on. All four front panel indicators will illuminate until the
power-up sequence is complete. After approximately 10 seconds you
should see a display on the screen.

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INSTALLATION: Ethernet Communication
Ethernet Communication
Overview Ethernet is a local area network used as the main link of the GE Medical
Systems Information Technologies’ Unity network, a comprehensive
information communication system. The Unity network offers the high
rate of communication of 10 megabits per second. The Ethernet
connector connects to an Ethernet transceiver directly or via a
transceiver cable. This local area network links all patient monitors,
central stations, and other GE Medical Systems Information
Technologies’ equipment throughout the hospital. Depending on the
construction of the hospital, thick-net, thin-net, or twisted pair cabling is
used.
Twisted Pair Twisted pair is the most popular cabling because it is easy to install and
flexible to work with. It uses the star topology with a concentrator as the
hub of the segment. Each of the network devices is connected directly to
the concentrator so longer lengths of cable are required. A maximum of
100 meters or 328 feet is the longest length of twisted pair cable used.
The number of devices is limited to the amount of connectors at the
concentrator.
Concentrator The concentrator is simply a transceiver that passes all network data
between any two branches in the LAN. Note that the concentrator passes
all network data between the two branches, regardless of whether or not
one node is sending data to another node on the same branch.
To implement the star topology, each network device is connected to a

concentrator. The concentrator functions as a central hub and simply
passes all network data between each network device in the star
segment. Typically, the concentrator supports 8 to 12 network devices
and may be linked to other concentrators to form larger networks.

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Node Each network device or node is assigned an address number and requires
a transceiver to interface between the network device and the network.
For thick-net and thin-net cabling a transceiver and a serial drop cable
connects to the main trunk. The serial drop cable is sometimes referred
to as an AUI (attachment unit interface) transceiver cable. For twisted
pair cabling, the transceiver to connected directly to the network device.
Segment and Branch Some Ethernet systems are comprised of smaller, stand-alone Ethernet
systems (called branches or segments) that are connected by bridges,
concentrators, or repeaters. Many nodes on the Ethernet network may be
serviced by one segment or branch. Each segment may support many
patient monitors, central stations, and auxiliary devices.
For example, one segment may connect all the patient monitors and
central stations in the ICU (Intensive Care Unit) and another may
connect the monitoring system in the CCU (Critical Care Unit). Each
segment could be a fully-functioning stand-alone system if they were not
connected to each other. However, with a bridge or repeater to connect
the ICU (one segment) with the CCU (the other segment), information
can pass between any of the nodes (patient monitors and central
stations) on either branch similar to a patient transfer from one unit to
another.
A section is a single length of twisted pair cable with a RJ-45 connector

on each end. A section goes from one twisted pair transceiver to the
concentrator. A segment is comprised of all the sections of twisted pair
cable connected in a star formation to one concentrator.
Repeater A repeater is used to extend the length of cabling when the distance
required exceeds the length of the cable specifications. It is simply a
transceiver that passes all network data between any two segments.
Note that the repeater passes all network data between the two
segments, regardless of whether or not the one node is sending data to
another node on the same segment.

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Bridge A bridge is more selective than a repeater with the data that it passes
between segments. It also acts as a transceiver between two segments,
but it only passes signals if a node on one of the segments is attempting
to communicate with a node on the other segment. Since the majority of
communication on the network occurs within a single segment, the
bridge does not pass all of the data from one segment to the other. This
lowers the amount of data traffic passing between segments, and makes
the network more efficient than a system that is connected with
repeaters.
Twisted Pair Cabling Twisted pair is an IEEE 802.3 local area network that uses flat and
small diameter cable containing four pairs of twisted wires to connect
(10BaseT) devices. Twisted pair operates at the same speed as thin-net and thick-
net (10 megabits/second), but the cable distances extended up to 100
meters (328 feet).
A twisted pair transceiver passes data back and forth between the
network device and the LAN. It is attached directly to the network device
at the at the 15-pin D-type connector. The twisted pair cable is connected
from the RJ-45 connector at the transceiver and the RJ-45 connector at
the concentrator.
NOTE: Some devices (like Octacomm/Solar 8000M patient monitor)

have 10BaseT standard meaning that the RJ-45 connector is
part of the product and the twisted pair transceiver is not
required.
Symbol PC Card The Symbol PC card, installed in the monitor, uses a 2.4 GHz frequency
band and a Frequency Hopping spread spectrum (FHSS). The Frequency
(Wireless LAN) Hopping spread spectrum meets IEEE 802.11 standards.
Two diversity antennas, installed in the handle of the monitor, radiates

the RF energy through the air to a Symbol Access Point. The Symbol
Access Point also uses a 2.4 GHz frequency band and the Frequency
Hopping spread spectrum.
NOTE: Refer to the Wireless LAN (Symbol Access Point) Installation

and Service Manual for detailed information on the Symbol
Access point.
NOTE: The following is required for the monitor to roam from access
point to access point while maintaining Wireless LAN
communication with the Unity Network.
• Installation of the RF LAN (Wireless LAN) option.
• Configuration and verification of the monitor’s RF LAN

operation.
• Activation of the RF LAN by disconnecting the monitor’s

Ethernet cable.

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For your notes

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MAINTENANCE: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule
Manufacturer
Recommendations WARNING
Failure on the part of all responsible individuals,
hospitals or institutions, employing the use of this device,
to implement the recommended maintenance schedule
may cause equipment failure and possible health
hazards. The manufacturer does not, in any manner,
assume the responsibility for performing the
recommended maintenance schedule, unless an
Equipment Maintenance Agreement exists. The sole
responsibility rests with the individuals, hospitals, or
institutions utilizing the device.
To ensure the monitor is always functional when required, qualified

service personnel should perform the following regular maintenance.
• Visual Inspection: Perform a visual inspection upon receipt of the

equipment, every 12 months thereafter, and prior to servicing the
unit.
• Cleaning: Clean the unit upon receipt of the equipment, every 12

months thereafter, and each time the unit is serviced.
• Conditioning the Batteries: Condition the batteries once every

two months or as needed.
• Calibrating the NBP, BP, ECG, and End-tidal CO2 Software:

Calibrate the software upon receipt of the equipment, every 12
months thereafter, and each time the unit is opened for service.
• Electrical Safety Tests: Perform safety tests upon receipt of the

equipment, every 12 months thereafter, and each time the unit is
serviced.
• Checkout Procedures: Perform the checkout procedures upon

receipt of the equipment, every 12 months thereafter, and each time
the unit is serviced.
• Clearing the Stored Patient Data Memory: Admit and discharge

a test patient every 12 months to clear the monitor’s stored patient
data memory.

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MAINTENANCE: Visual Inspection
Visual Inspection
The monitor and it’s components should be carefully inspected prior to

installation, once every 12 months thereafter and each time the
equipment is serviced.
• Carefully inspect the equipment for physical damage to the case, the
display screen, and the keypad. Do not use the monitor if damage is
determined. Refer damaged equipment to qualified service
personnel.
• Inspect all external connections for loose connectors or frayed cables.

Have any damaged connectors or cables replaced by qualified service
personnel.
• Inspect the display face for marks, scratches, or other damage.

Physical damage to a CRT display face may pose an implosion
hazard. Have the CRT replaced by qualified service personnel if
necessary.
• Safety labels and inscription on the device are clearly legible.

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MAINTENANCE: Cleaning
Cleaning
Cleaning Use one of the following approved solutions:
Precautions • Cidex solution, or
• Sodium hypochlorite bleach (diluted), or
• Mild soap (diluted)
• Lint-free cloth
• Dust Remover (compressed air)
To avoid damage to the equipment surfaces, never use the following

cleaning agents:
• organic solvents,
• ammonia based solutions,
• acetone solution,
• alcohol based cleaning agents,
• Betadine solution,
• a wax containing a cleaning substance, or
• abrasive cleaning agents.
Cleaning the Display To clean the display, follow the recommendations of the display’s
manufacturer. In general you will need to use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth
dampened with a glass cleaner.
CAUTION
To avoid getting liquid into connector openings, do not
spray glass cleaning or general cleaning solutions
directly onto the product’s surface.
Exterior Cleaning Clean the exterior surfaces with a clean, lint-free cloth and one of the
cleaning solutions listed in the table above.
• Wring the excess solution from the cloth. Do not drip any liquid into
open vents, switches, plugs, or connectors.
• Dry the surfaces with a clean cloth or paper towel.

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MAINTENANCE: Cleaning
Cleaning the Print Heavy usage causes debris to build up on the print head. This build can
cause the printed images to appear distorted. It is recommended that
Head this procedure be performed when necessary, depending on usage.
Materials Required A nonabrasive material/cloth and isopropyl alcohol are all that are
necessary to perform this procedure.
This procedure should be performed in the order listed.
Procedure 1. Disconnect the power cord from the mains source.

2. Open the writer door to expose the print head.
3. Remove paper roll.
4. Locate print head shown in figure at left. A flashlight may help
illuminate the print head for closer examination.
PRINTHEAD
5. Wipe print head with alcohol and a nonabrasive material/cotton

swab in an side to side motion. Continue wiping until the cloth/swab
wipes clean.
6. Wipe paper drive roller clean of any bits of paper and debris with
PAPER DRIVE
alcohol and a nonabrasive material.
ROLLER

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MAINTENANCE: Battery Maintenance
Battery Maintenance
Charging The battery is charged whenever the monitor is connected to AC power,

regardless whether the monitor is turned on or turned off.
Conditioning the A battery conditioning cycle occurs when the following has been
completed.
Batteries
1. The battery is fully charged without interruption.
2. The battery is discharged until the monitor shuts down.
3. The battery is charged until the battery status light turns green in
color.
Frequency Guidelines To maintain useful life, use the following guidelines to condition a
battery:
• Once every two months,
• When the run time of the battery becomes noticeably shorter,
• When the predicted run times become noticeably inaccurate, or
• When the associated battery is requesting a conditioning cycle (i.e.,

the CHECK BATT STATUS error message is displayed in the ECG
waveform area and CONDITION is displayed for BATTERY
QUALITY in the Battery Status information window).
Recommendations Conditioning a battery is best done on an external charger (see

instructions included with the charger). However, a conditioning cycle
can also be run on the monitor.
Procedure To condition a battery on the monitor, follow this procedure:

1. Disconnect the monitor from the patient and remove it from service.
2. Insert the battery in need of conditioning in one of the battery slots
in the monitor, and leave the other slot EMPTY.
3. Apply AC power to the monitor and allow the battery to charge
uninterrupted until the Charging Status indicator on the front panel
turns green.
4. Remove AC power and allow the monitor to run from the battery
until it shuts off.
5. Apply AC power again to the monitor and allow the battery to charge
uninterrupted until the Charging Status indicator on the front panel
turns green.
6. This battery is now conditioned and the monitor can be returned to
service.

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MAINTENANCE: Battery Maintenance
Replacing the 1. Open the battery door. The battery door is on the left side of the
monitor, along the bottom.
Batteries
2. In the middle is a retainer. Turn this away from the battery you are
replacing.
3. Remove the faulty batteries.
Retainer
4. Replace with a new battery. The monitor uses two exchangeable

lithium-ion batteries. Install the battery with the connection pins
facing down and inserted first.
5. Close the battery cover. The retainer needs to be straight up for the
door to close.
6. Verify that the monitor operates correctly:
• Confirm that the Battery IDs with a battery icon displays in the
lower right corner of the monitor.
• Verify that the Battery LEDS illuminate either green or amber.
Recycling the When the battery no longer holds a charge, it should be replaced. The
batteries are recycleable. Remove the old battery from the monitor and
Batteries follow your local recycling guidelines.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard. DO NOT incinerate the battery or
store at high temperatures.

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MAINTENANCE: Electrical Safety Tests
Electrical Safety Tests
General Electrical safety tests provide a method of determining if potential

electrical health hazards to the patient or operator of the device exist.
Recommendations GE Medical Systems Information Technologies recommends that you

perform all safety tests presented in this chapter.
• upon receipt of the device (monitor and its associated equipment),
• every twelve months thereafter,
• each time the main enclosure is disassembled or a circuit board is

removed, tested, repaired, or replaced, and
• record the date and results on the “Maintenance/Repair Log”

included at the end of this chapter.
These instructions are intended for every component in the system. If the
Tram-rac housing does not have its own power supply, it should remain
connected to the monitor throughout the safety tests.
WARNING
Failure to implement a satisfactory maintenance
schedule may cause undue equipment failure and
possible health hazards. Unless you have an Equipment
Maintenance Contract, GE Medical Systems Information
Technologies does not in any manner assume the
responsibility for performing the recommended
maintenance procedures. The sole responsibility rests
with the individual or institution using the equipment.
GE Medical Systems Information Technologies service
personnel may, at their discretion, follow the procedures
provided in this manual as a guide during visits to the
equipment site.
Test Conditions Electrical safety tests may be performed under normal ambient
conditions of temperature, humidity, and pressure.
Test Equipment The recommended test equipment required to perform electrical safety
tests is listed below.
Item Specification
Leakage Current Tester Equivalent to the circuits shown
Digital Multimeter (DMM) AC volts, ohms
Ground Bond Tester 0 – 1 ohm
ECG Test Body All leads together

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Power Outlet Test Before starting the tests, the power outlet from which the monitoring
device will get electrical power must be checked. This test checks the
condition of the power outlet to ensure correct results from leakage tests.
For international power outlets, refer to the internal standards agencies

of that particular country. Use a digital multimeter to ensure the power
outlet is wired properly.
If other than normal polarity and ground is indicated, corrective action

must be taken before proceeding. The results of the following tests will be
meaningless unless a properly wired power outlet is used.
Ground (Earth) Listed below are two methods for checking the ground (earth) integrity,
“Ground Continuity Test” and “Impedance of Protective Earth
Integrity Connection.” These tests determine whether the device's exposed metal
and power inlet's earth (ground) connection has a power ground fault
condition.
Perform the test method below that is required by your Country/Local

governing safety organization.
Ground Continuity Test Completion of this test is checked by the following steps:
1. Disconnect the device under test from the power outlet.
2. Connect the negative (-) lead of the DMM to the protective earth
terminal (ground pin in power inlet connector) or the protective earth
pin in the Mains plug (ground pin in power cord). Refer to the US
120Vac power cord figure above.
3. Set the DMM to the milliohm (mΩ) range.
4. Connect the positive (+) lead of the DMM to all exposed metal
surfaces on the device under test. If the metal surfaces are anodized
or painted, scrape off a small area in a inconspicuous place for the
probe to make contact with the metal.
5. Resistance must read:
• 0.1 ohm or less without power cord
• 0.2 ohms or less with power cord

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Impedance of Protective This test unlike a ground continuity test will also stress the ground
system by using special ground bond testers.
Earth Connection
This test normally is only required as a manufacturing production test to
receive safety agency compliance (i.e. IEC601-1).
Some country agency’s do require this test after field equipment repairs
(i.e. Germany’s DIN VDE 0751 standards).
Consult your country/local safety agency if in question.
Compliance is checked by the following steps:

1. A current not less than 10A and not exceeding 25A from a current
source with a frequency of 50 or 60 Hz with a no-load voltage not
exceeding 6 V is passed for at least 5 s through the protective earth
terminal or the protective earth pin in the mains plug and each
accessible metal part which could become live in case of failure in
basic insulation.
2. The voltage drop between the parts described is measured and the
impedance determined from the current and voltage drop. It shall not
exceed the values indicated.
For equipment without a power supply cord the impedance between the
protective earth terminal and any accessible metal part which is
protectively earthed shall not exceed 0.1 ohms
For equipment with a power supply cord the impedance between the
protective earth pin in the mains plug and any accessible metal part
which is protectively earthed shall not exceed 0.2 ohms.
When taking this measurement, move the unit’s power cord around.
There should be no fluctuations in resistance.
Ground (Earth) Wire Perform this test to measure current leakage through the ground (earth)
wire of the equipment during normal operation.
Leakage Current
1. Configure the leakage tester like the circuit shown below.
Tests
Leakage Tester
Power Cord
HIGH NORM Power Cord

LOW
GND
GND
RVS Device
Under
Test
0.15µF
DMM 1K
10
DMM set to measure AC voltage
2. Connect the power cord of the device under test to the power
receptacle on the leakage tester.

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NOTE
The device under test is to be tested at its normal
operating voltage.
3. Set the power switch of the device under test to ON.

4. Read the current leakage indicated on DMM.
5. Set the polarity switch on the leakage tester to RVS (reverse).
NOTE
If either reading is greater than the appropriate
specification below, the device under test fails. Contact
GE Medical Systems Information Technologies Technical
Support.
• 300 microamperes (0.3 volts on the DMM), and the device under
test is powered from 100-120 V/50-60 Hz
• 300 µA (0.3 volts on the DMM), and the device under test is
powered from a centered-tapped 200-240 V/50-60 Hz, single
phase circuit
powered from a non-center-tapped, 200-240 V/50-60 Hz, single-
phase circuit
NOTE
Center-tapped and non-center-tapped supply circuits
produce different leakage currents and the UL and IEC
limits are different.
7. Set the power switch of the device under test to OFF.
NOTES
The DMM plus leakage tester network shown is the
circuitry defined by the UL 544 standard for measuring
leakage current.
The measuring devices, defined by various standard

organizations (IEC, UL, etc.), produce almost identical
test measurement results.

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Enclosure Leakage Perform this test to measure current leakage through exposed conductive
surfaces on the device under test during normal operation.
Current Test
1. Configure the leakage tester like the circuit shown below with GND
switch OPEN and polarity switch NORM.
Leakage Tester
Power Cord
LOW
GND
RVS
Device
Open
Under
Closed GND Test
0.15µF
DMM 1K
10
Probe to exposed conductive chassis
2. Connect probe to an unpainted, non-anodized chassis ground on the

unit under test.
3. Set the power switch of the device to ON.
NOTE
Center-tapped and non-center-tapped supply circuits
produce different leakage currents and the UL and IEC
limits are different.
5. Set the polarity switch to RVS.

NOTE
Support.
powered from a centered-tapped 200-240 V/50-60 Hz, single
phase circuit
powered from a non-center-tapped, 200-240 V/50-60 Hz, single-
phase circuit

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7. Set the GND switch on the leakage tester to CLOSED.

9. Set the polarity switch to RVS.
NOTE
If the reading is greater than the specification below, and
the device under test is powered from 100-240 V/50-60
Hz, the device under test fails. Contact GE Medical
Systems Information Technologies Technical Support.
11. Set the power switch of the device under test to OFF.
Patient (Source) This procedure only applies to Class I (grounded/earthed) equipment,

and measures the leakage current from the ECG/RESP connector of the
Leakage Current Test device to ground.
1. Configure the leakage tester like the circuit shown below with GND
switch OPEN and polarity switch NORM.
Leakage Tester
Power Cord

LOW
GND
RVS
Device
Under
Closed GND
Test
ECG Test Body
0.15µF
DMM 1K
10
2. Connect an ECG test body to the ECG/RESP connector of the device

under test.
3. Set the power switch of the device to ON.
4. Read the leakage current indicated on the DMM.
5. Change the leakage tester polarity switch to the RVS position.

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NOTE
If either reading is greater than 50 µA (0.05 volts on the
DMM), the device fails this test. Contact GE Medical
7. Change the GND switch to the Closed position.

9. Change the leakage current switch to the RVS position.
NOTE
If either reading is greater than 10 µA (0.01 volts on the
DMM), the device fails this test. Contact GE Medical
11. Set the power switch of the device to OFF.
NOTE
The AAMI and IEC single fault condition (ground open)
is 50 µA, whereas the normal condition (ground closed) is
less.
Patient (Sink) This procedure only applies to Class I (grounded/earthed) equipment,

and measures the leakage current from a mains voltage source into the
Leakage Current Test ECG/RESP connector.
(Mains Voltage on the 1. Configure the leakage tester like the circuit shown below with GND
Applied Part) switch CLOSED and polarity switch NORM.
Leakage Tester
Power Cord

LOW
GND
RVS
Device
120K
Under
Closed GND
Test
ECG Test Body
0.15µF or ECG Cable
DMM 1K
10 (Keep cable length as
short as possible.)

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WARNING
Shock hazard. The following step causes high voltage at
the test body. Do not touch the test body.
2. Set power switch on the device to ON.

3. Read leakage current indicated on DMM.
4. Change the leakage tester polarity switch to the RVS position.
NOTE
Support.
• 10 µA (0.01 volts on the DMM) at 120 VAC using the test body.
• 20 µA (0.02 volts on the DMM) at 240 VAC using the test body.
• 50 µA (0.05 volts on the DMM) at 120-240 VAC using the ECG

cable.
NOTE
The 10 and 20 µA limits are based on internal design
standards. The 50 µA limit is common to all standards.
AAMI ES-1 standard requires using the patient cable.
6. Set the power switch on the device to OFF.
Test Completion 1. Disconnect the leakage tester from the power outlet.
2. Disconnect all test equipment from the device.
3. Disconnect the device power cord from the leakage tester.

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MAINTENANCE: Checkout Procedures
Checkout Procedures
These checkout procedures provide service personnel with a method to

verify operational and functional performance of the monitor. Failure to
attain any of the listed results indicates a potential malfunction of the
monitor.
Perform the checkout procedures when you receive the monitor, every
twelve months thereafter, and each time you service the unit.
The checkout procedures are based on the assumption that the tested
monitor has known good cables and test equipment. It also requires that
the user be familiar with the operation of all test equipment required for
the checkout procedures. For more information concerning the operation
of these components, refer to the respective operator manual(s).
Manufacturer The following table lists GE Medical Systems Information Technologies’

recommended test equipment, adaptors, and cables you need to
Recommended Test successfully complete the checkout procedures. The checkout procedures
Equipment are written for the test equipment in the following table. If you use test
equipment other than those GE Medical Systems Information
Technologies recommends, you may need to slightly modify some test
steps.
Description Part Number Qty

Multifunction Micro-simulator MARQII 1
Cardiac Output Simulator II 900028-001 1
Patient cable, 5-leadwire, AHA 403061-001 1
Leadwire Set, 5-Leadwire, AHA 403066-005 1
BP Adapter 700095-001 2
Temperature Adaptor 402015-004 1
TEMP-to-Simulator Cable 6770031 1
CO Adaptor 900028-001 1
SpO2 Simulator 408610-001 1
SpO2 Simulator Cable, Nellcor 700232-004 1

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Monitor Power-up NOTE: When the monitor is connected to a docking station, use the
docking station’s power cable instead of the monitor’s power
Tests cable.
1. Remove the batteries and unplug the monitor (or the docking station)
from AC power to turn the monitor off.
2. Restore the batteries to the monitor and plug the monitor (or the
docking station) into AC power to turn the monitor on.
3. Verify all four front panel indicators illuminate on power up.
4. Verify the AC indicator on the monitor stays illuminated.
NOTE: If the AC LED stays on, but the screen is blank, the monitor
is likely in “standby mode” (battery charging). Press the
POWER button to enter the normal mode.
• If the AC indicator is on, continue with the tests.
• If either of the CHARGING STATUS indicators is yellow, wait
for the battery(ies) to fully charge and the indicators to
illuminate green. The batteries may take up to four hours to
charge.
• If the battery “fuel gauge” displays the word “ERROR,” the
battery may be asleep. See “Error Message”on page 5-11.
5. Verify the optional alarm indicator lights both red and amber on
power up.
6. Verify an audio “Beep” sounds at the end of Boot up.
7. Test all of the front panel keys and the Trim Knob control. Verify that
an audio “Beep” sounds after each key press.
8. Check battery power for both batteries.
• Unplug the monitor (or the docking station) from AC power and
open the battery door. Verify one LED in the battery
compartment is on (batteries must have more than 10% charge).
• Pull that battery out and verify the other LED lights, thus
indicating the unit is powered by the other battery.
• Reinstall battery and plug in monitor (or the docking station).

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ECG Tests
015B
5 Lead ECG Test Perform this test if the monitor acquires 5 lead ECG data.
1. Set up the patient simulator as follows.
• Heart rate – 80 bpm.
• Heart rate amplitude – 1.0 mV.
• 5-lead ECG patient cable properly attached.
• 2x gain for MARQI or MARQII simulator.
2. Attach the ECG patient cable and ECG leadwire set to the ECG/
RESP connector on the monitor and the leadwire connectors on the
top of the patient simulator.
3. Admit the patient simulator to the monitor.
4. Observe the following:
• ECG lead II is displayed and is noise-free,
• Heart rate of 80 ±1 bpm is displayed,
• With QRS tones enabled, an audible tone sounds with each R-
Wave (QRS complex).
5. Verify all six ECG leads are available to view and are noise-free.
6. Select DETECT PACE and set to PACE 2.
7. Select the VP2 pacemaker pulse on the simulator.
8. Observe the following while you view ECG leads I, II, III, aVL, aVF,
and V5:
• a “P” appears above the PVC count indicating pacemaker pulse
detection is enabled, and
• the heart rate still reads 80 ±1 bpm.

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9. Disable pacemaker pulse detection on the monitor and return the

simulator to these conditions:
• Heart rate – 80 bpm,
• Heart rate amplitude – 1.0 mV,
• 5-lead ECG patient cable properly attached.
10. Select ECG lead II to view in the top trace position on the monitor
display.
11. Disconnect the RA leadwire from the patient simulator.
12. Observe that:
• a RA FAIL message appears on the display, and
• lead III automatically displays in place of lead II in the top trace
position.
13. Reconnect the RA leadwire to the patient simulator.
14. Inject a 1-millivolt calibration signal using the patient simulator and
start a manual graph.
15. Observe that the calibration pulse properly displays and graphs.
016A
16. This completes the 5 Lead ECG test. Continue to the next steps of
these checkout procedures.
12SL and ACI-TIPI ECG Perform this test if your monitor uses the 12SL ACI-TIPI ECG option.
Test 1. Set up the patient simulator as follows:.
• Heart rate – 80 bpm.
• Heart rate amplitude – 1.0 mV.
• 12SL ECG patient cable (5-leads with V leads) properly attached.
• 2x gain for MARQI or MARQII simulator.
2. Select ECG from the monitor menu. Then, select 12 Lead ECG
Analysis.
3. Verify that the monitor is displaying 10 noise-free leads.
4. Select 12LD ECG Now. Wait for the monitor to acquire and analyze
the data.
5. Select Transmit-Print.
6. Verify the 12SL ECG prints at the graph location assigned in the
monitor’s Graph Setup -->12SL Graph Location.
• If there is no graph location is assigned, an error message
appears on the bottom of the monitor’s display.

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7. Verify the ECG is transmitted to the MUSE Cardiovascular

Information System. Verify the ECG prints out correctly as defined
by the MUSE system.
• If no MUSE system is connected, an error message appears on
the bottom of the monitor’s display.
8. Delete this test 12SL ECG from the MUSE system’s edit list.

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Respiration Tests 1. With the ECG patient cable still connected to the ECG/RESP
connector of the monitor, set up the patient simulator as follows:
• Respiration (RESP) baseline impedance – 750Ω,
• RESP ∆R – 0.5Ω,
• RESP lead select – I & II,
• RESP rate (respirations per minute) – 30.
2. Set up the monitor as follows:
• RESP waveform – on,
• RESP waveform lead select – lead II (RESP waveform derived
from ECG lead II).
• RESP parameter window appears on the monitor with a reading
of 30 ±2 (respirations per minute),
• RESP waveform appears distortion-free on the monitor.
4. Change the RESP waveform lead select of the monitor to lead I
(RESP waveform derived from ECG lead I).
• RESP parameter window appears on the monitor with a reading
of 30 ±2 (respirations per minute),
• RESP waveform appears distortion-free on the monitor.
6. Disconnect the ECG patient cable from the ECG/RESP connector of
the monitor. Proceed to the next steps in these checkout procedures.

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Temperature Tests 1. Set up the patient simulator for a temperature output of 37°C.
2. Attach the temperature adaptor cable to the TEMP/CO connector of
the monitor.
3. Set the switch on the temperature adaptor to the 400 position.
4. Attach the temperature simulator cable from the SERIES 400
TEMPERATURE OUTPUT connector of the patient simulator to the
T1 connector of the temperature adaptor.
5. Verify a TEMP parameter window appears on the monitor display

with a T1 reading of 37.0° ±0.4° C.
6. Move the temperature simulator cable from the T1 connector of the
temperature adaptor to the T2 connector of the temperature adaptor.
7. Verify a T2 reading of 37.0° ±0.4° C in the TEMP parameter window
on the monitor display.
8. Remove the temperature adaptor and temperature simulator cable
from the monitor and patient simulator.

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Cardiac Output Tests 1. Connect the cardiac output (CO) cable adaptor to the TEMP/CO
connector of the monitor.
2. Connect a simulator cable between the CO cable adaptor and the CO
simulator.
3. Set the CO simulator to output blood temperature (BT) readings, as

found in the following table:
Simulator BT Setting Monitor BT Reading Range

30.3°C 30.1 – 30.5
35.1°C 34.9 – 35.3
36.0°C 35.8 – 36.2
37.0°C 36.8 – 37.2
41.7°C 41.5 – 41.9

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4. Verify a CO parameter window appears on the monitor display with

correct BT readings as shown in the table above.
5. Set the CO simulator to output injectate temperature (IT) readings,
as found in the following table:
Simulator IT Setting Monitor IT Reading Range

0.0°C –0.3 – +0.3
8.0°C 7.7 – 8.3
15.0°C 14.7 – 15.3
24.0°C 23.7 – 24.3
29.6°C 29.3 – 29.9
6. Verify correct IT readings appear on the monitor display, as shown in

the table above.
7. Disconnect the CO cable adaptor from the TEMP/CO connector of the
monitor. This completes the CO tests.

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Invasive Blood The invasive blood pressure (BP) tests provide a method of verification
for both BP connectors (BP1 and BP2) of a monitor equipped with this
Pressure Tests optional function. Follow these steps:
1. Set up the patient simulator as follows:
• Blood pressure (BP) polarity – POS,
• BP output – 0 mmHg.
BP1 Connector (AR1) 1. Connect the BP simulator cable from the BLOOD PRESSURE 1 -
120/80 connector of the patient simulator to the BP1 (left-most BP)
Tests connector of the monitor.
2. Verify the AR1 parameter window, waveform label, corresponding

graticules, and waveform appear on the monitor display, along with a
BP waveform requiring zero reference.
3. Press the FUNCTION key on the front panel of the monitor to zero-
reference the AR1 BP waveform.
4. Change the patient simulator BP output to 200 mmHg.
5. Observe a reading of 200/200 (200) ± 4 mmHg in the AR1 parameter
window on the monitor display.
6. Change the patient simulator BP output to WAVE (simulated BP
waveform).
7. Set the AR1 BP waveform gain on the monitor to auto.

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8. Observe a distortion-free AR1 BP waveform and a reading of

approximately 120/80 (93) in the AR1 parameter window on the
monitor display.
9. Disconnect the BP simulator cable from the BP1 connector of the
monitor. Continue to the next step for the BP2 test.
10. Again, set up the patient simulator as follows:
• BP polarity – POS,
• BP output – 0 mmHg.
BP2 Connector (PA2) 1. Connect the BP simulator cable to the BP2 (right-most BP) connector
of the monitor.
Tests
2. Verify a PA2 parameter window, waveform label and corresponding
graticules appear on the monitor display, along with a PA2 BP
waveform requiring zero reference.
3. Press the FUNCTION key on the front panel of the monitor to zero
reference the PA2 BP waveform.
4. Change the patient simulator BP output to 200 mmHg.
5. Observe a reading of 200/200 (200) ± 4 mmHg in the PA2 parameter
window on the monitor display.
6. Change the patient simulator BP output to WAVE (simulated BP
waveform).
7. Set the PA2 BP waveform gain on the monitor to auto.
8. Observe a distortion-free PA2 BP waveform and a reading of
approximately 120/80 (93) in the PA2 parameter window on the
monitor display.
9. Remove the BP simulator cable from the BP2 connector of the
monitor. This completes the BP tests.

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Pulse Oximetry Tests 1. Set the pulse oximetry (SpO2) simulator power switch to the off
position.
2. Connect the Nellcor-style SpO2 simulator cable between the SpO2
connector of the monitor and the SpO2 simulator.
3. Set up the SpO2 simulator as follows:

• SPO2 – 99% (using the white NELLCOR values),
• PULSE RATE – 100 B/M (beats per minute),
• MODE – NELLCOR,
• Power switch – on.
4. Verify a SPO2 parameter window and waveform label appear on the
monitor display.
5. Verify the following appear on the monitor display:
• Sinusoidal SpO2 waveform,
• SPO2% parameter reading of 97-102 (%),
• PPR parameter reading of 97-103 (beats per minute).
6. Verify accuracy of the SPO2% values (these are the white NELLCOR
values shown on the SpO2 simulator) on the monitor display using
the SpO2 simulator settings from the following table:
SpO2 Simulator Setting Displayed SPO2% Value

99% 97 – 102
85.5% 83 – 88
68.4% 66 – 71

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7. Verify accuracy of the PPR values on the monitor display using the
SpO2 simulator pulse rates from the following table.
Simulator PULSE RATE Displayed PPR Value
70 B/M 68 – 72
100 B/M 97 – 103
160 B/M 156 – 164
8. Press the INTERFERENCE TEST button on the SpO2 simulator for

30 seconds.
9. Verify the displayed SPO2% value remains 97–102%, or an
interference detection message is displayed and XX is displayed in
the SpO2 parameter window in place of an SPO2% value.
10. Set the SpO2 simulator power switch to the off position.
11. Disconnect the Nellcor-style SpO2 simulator cable from the monitor
SpO2 connector. This completes the SpO2 tests.

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Noninvasive Blood 1. Attach the digital manometer, noninvasive blood pressure (NBP)
cuff, tees and tubing, as shown in the illustration below, to the NBP
Pressure Tests connector of the monitor.
2. Set the digital manometer power switch to the on position.

3. Set the digital manometer range switch to 1000 mmHg.
To perform the noninvasive blood pressure (NBP) tests, version 1A

software is assumed to be installed in the monitor.
Using the Trim Knob control, access the SERVICE MODE menu starting
from the MAIN menu.
1. Select MORE MENUS -> MONITOR SETUP -> SERVICE MODE ->
2. Enter password using the Trim Knob control to select the day and
month from monitor screen with leading zeros. (e.g. July 4 = 0407).

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3. Select CALIBRATE-> CALIBRATE NBP-> CHECK CAL OFF->

START->.
The text on the menu item changes from CHECK CAL OFF to
CHECK CAL IN PROGRESS.
Verify the readings in the NBP parameter window on the monitor
display and readings on the digital manometer are equal (± 1 mmHg)
for at least one full minute. If the readings are not equal for at least
one full minute, the NBP circuit requires calibration.
3
4. Select CHECK CAL IN PROGRESS-> STOP->.

The pneumatic control circuit of the monitor vents air pressure in
the pneumatic circuit of the monitor to atmosphere and causes the
NBP cuff to deflate.
4
5. Remove the NBP test setup apparatus from the monitor. The NBP
tests are complete.

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Analog Output and 1. Use the figure at the left as a reference for connecting the
oscilloscope to the DEFIB SYNC connector, located on the back panel
Defibrillator of the monitor, for performing these tests.
Synchronization 2. Test the ECG, Arterial BP, and Marker Out signals from the DEFIB
Tests SYNC connector. They should closely resemble the waveforms in the
figures below.
DEFIB Sync Connector: Signal Pin: — 7

ECG Ground Pin: — 3
Probe Type: — x10
Time/Division: — 0.2S
Volts/Division: — 0.5V
023A

Arterial BP Ground Pin: — 5
Probe Type: — x10
Volts/Division: — 0.2V
024A

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There are two Marker Out traces shown below. The upper Marker Out
figure references the frequency aspects of the signal. The lower Marker
Out figure references the pulse width aspects of the signal.
NOTE: The Marker Out amplitude and the pulse width are configured
in the boot menu as described in the configuration chapter. The
following two graphs indicate an amplitude of 5V and a pulse
width of 10ms.

Marker Out (Frequency) Ground Pin: — 8
Probe Type: — x10
Volts/Division: — 1V
025A

Marker Out (Pulse Width) Ground Pin: — 8
Probe Type: — x10
Time/Division: — 5mS
Volts/Division: — 1V
026A

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Verify Markers 3. Attach a jumper wire between pin-1 (Marker Out) and pin-2 (Marker
In) of the DEFIB SYNC connector located on the back of the monitor.
Verify negative spikes in each of the QRS Complex (ECG waveform)
R-Waves on the monitor display, similar to those shown in the
illustration below.
4. Remove the jumper wire installed in the previous step, from the
DEFIB SYNC connector. This completes the defibrillator
synchronization tests.

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Battery Tests 1. Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall receptacle.
2. Verify the BATTERY front panel indicator illuminates. This
indicates operation from the monitor’s battery power.
3. Setup the patient simulator as follows:
• ECG heart rate – 80 bpm,
• ECG amplitude – 1.0 mV,
• 5-lead patient cable attached.
• ECG Lead II is displayed and is noise-free,
• Heart rate of 80 ±1 bpm is displayed,
• With QRS VOLUME enabled, an audible tone sounds with each
R-Wave.
5. Verify all six ECG leads are selectable for display on the monitor.
6. Connect the power cord plug to the wall receptacle.
7. Verify the AC front panel indicator illuminates. This indicates the
monitor is operating from wall receptacle (AC) power.
8. Verify the CHARGING STATUS front panel indicator illuminates
for a few minutes.
• An amber glow indicates the monitor battery is charging.
• A green glow indicates the monitor batteries are fully charged.
Graph Test Using the Trim Knob control, access the SERVICE MODE menu starting
from the MAIN menu.
3. Select GRAPH TEST PATTERN-> START->.
4. Verify the following:
• Fonts.
• Shading.
• Triangle Pattern.
• No missing dots.
5. Select GRAPH TEST PATTERN-> STOP->.
Graph Speed Test Using the Trim Knob control, access the GRAPH SETUP menu starting
from the MAIN menu.
1. Select MORE MENUS -> MONITOR SETUP -> GRAPH SETUP ->
2. Select SPEED:25 (default).
3. Verify that all eight speeds work.

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Display Test 1. Hold the NBP GO/STOP and the FUNCTION keys and press the
Trim Knob control at the same time.
2. Release the Trim Knob control immediately.
3. Continue holding the NBP GO/STOP and the FUNCTION keys.
4. Select “Video Test Screens.”
5. Test all screens:
• White Screen.
• Red Screen.
• Blue Screen.
• Green Screen.
• Vertical Bars.
Speaker Test 1. Change the alarm volume of the monitor to 100%.

2. Verify the speaker volume of the monitor changes accordingly.
3. Return the volume of the monitor to the level it was previously set to,
before you changed it for this test.
Network Test 1. Verify that the monitor is connected to the Unity-MC (Mission
Critical) network.
NOTE: When the monitor is connected to a docking station, verify

the docking station is connected to the Unity-MC network.
2. Select VIEW OTHER PATIENTS.
3. Select SELECT ANOTHER CARE UNIT.
4. Verify that you can see at least one care unit.
5. Select a care unit.
6. Select SELECT A BED TO VIEW.
7. Select a bed.
8. Verify that the patient window appears on the monitor’s split-screen.
RF LAN Test (option) 1. If the monitor has the Wireless LAN, disconnect the Ethernet cable
and verify Wireless LAN communication still exist between beds,
2. Reconnect the Ethernet Cable.
3. Return to the MAIN MENU.

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Dash Port Docking

Station Test
Electrical Safety Tests When the monitor is connected to the docking station, perform ALL the
tests described in “Electrical Safety Tests,” starting on page 4-9.
Operation Complete the “Checkout Procedures” located in the “Dash Port Docking
Station Service Manual.”
RAC 2A Module
Housing Test
Electrical Safety Because the RAC 2A module housing has a separate power supply,
perform electrical safety tests separate from the monitor.
Refer to the “Electrical Safety Tests” section of this chapter and complete
the following tests.
1. Wall Receptacle Test
2. Ground (earth) Continuity Test,
3. Ground (earth) Wire Leakage Tests, and
4. Enclosure Leakage Current Test.
Operation Complete the “Maintenance Schedule” procedures found in the “RAC 2A

Module Housing Service Manual.”
Checkout This completes all tests associated with the checkout procedures.
Procedures 1. Discharge the test patient admitted during the “ECG Tests”on
page 4-19.
Completion
2. Set all test equipment power switches to the off position.
3. Unplug the monitor (or docking station) from AC power.
4. Remove all test equipment from the monitor (or docking station).
PM Form Due to continuing product innovation and because specifications in this

manual are subject to change without notice, a PM form is not included
with this manual. For the latest PM form regarding this product, contact
GE Medical Systems Information Technologies Service.
If repairs/adjustments were made or any parts replaced, describe this in

the area provided on the PM form.
Also include comments regarding any unusual environmental conditions

that may affect the operation or reliability of the equipment in the area
provided on the PM form.
On the following pages a repair log is included for your convenience to

record the repair history of this product.

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Repair Log
Unit Serial Number:
Institution Name:
Date Maintenance/Repair Technician

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TROUBLESHOOTING:
For your notes

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TROUBLESHOOTING: Service Menus
Service Menus
There are two distinct service menus for the monitor. The SERVICE
MODE menu is found in the monitor’s Main Menu and is used for various
functions like calibration, video tests, and downloading monitor interface
software. The Boot Loader SERVCIE MENU is found in the Boot Code
and is used when downloading the Boot Code and main processor code.
Both service menus are generally used by qualified field engineers and
factory service personnel to troubleshoot, repair, or download new
software to the patient monitor.
WARNING
The Boot Loader SERVICE MENU and the SERVICE
MODE menu is intended for qualified personnel only. It
is possible to lose patient data, damage the operating
software for this monitor, and even affect the Unity
Network. Do not ‘experiment’ with any commands found
in the service menus.
Boot Loader Service Use the Boot Loader service menu when downloading new Boot Code or
Main Code software to the patient monitor or when the patient monitor
Menu exhibits a serious failure. Activate the Boot Loader program as follows:
1. Hold down NBP Go/Stop and Function on the front panel.
2. Press and release the Trim Knob control.
3. Keep holding NBP Go/Stop and Function until the Boot Loader
information appears on the display.
Following is a list of options in the boot code service menu;
CHANGE INTERNET ADDRESS—This menu selection allows changes

to the Ethernet address, gateway address, and internet mask.
WARNING
Duplication of an Internet address on a network causes
data loss and possible Unity Network problems. If you
change the factory assigned Internet address, you must
record all other Internet addresses used on your network
to avoid duplication.
SHOW INSTALL OPTIONS—This menu list the options installed on the

monitor.
SET CONFIGURATION—This menu contains options for configuring

the monitor. Refer to Boot Code Selections in the Configuration chapter
of this manual.
SERIAL DOWNLOAD MAIN—This option is used when downloading
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software from a laptop PC.
SERIAL DOWNLOAD BOOT—This option is used when downloading

software from a laptop PC.
SERIAL DOWNLOAD DAS MAIN—This option is used when

downloading software from a laptop PC.
SERIAL DOWNLOAD DAS BOOT—This option is used when

SERIAL DOWNLOAD WRITER MAIN—This option is used when

SERIAL DOWNLOAD WRITER BOOT—This option is used when

VIDEO TEST SCREENS—Various color screens for testing the display.
BATTERY SIMULATION—This option is for engineering use only.
WAKE UP BATTERY—This option is used when the battery is dead. See

“Error Message” on page 5-11.
OPTIONS MENU—A unique password is required for each option.

Contact your sales/service representative to obtain a password. You must
provide your product serial number and Ethernet address. (The Ethernet
address is displayed in the Boot Code banner information.)
Main Menu Service The SERVICE MODE menu option items provide the user access to
several general and technical built-in software functions of the monitor.
Mode Menu Only persons responsible for configuring and maintaining the monitor
should access the service mode menu option items.
WARNING
The Service Mode menu is intended for use only by
qualified service technicians. Experimentation with
service mode menu option items can be detrimental to
the monitor. Lost patient data, damaged operating
system software for the monitor, even network related
problems are but a few examples of problems that can be
induced as the result of tampering with service mode
menu option items.

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Access the Service Mode Access the SERVICE MODE menu starting from the MAIN menu.
About Service Mode The Service Mode menu is used for initial setup and configuration as well
as for troubleshooting. ALWAYS exercise caution when using any of
Menu Option Items these password-protected functions.
The service technician can use the Service Mode menu to:
◆ relay software information to design engineers;
◆ calibrate and troubleshoot NBP functions of the monitor;
◆ set admit menu options, software feature levels and operating
mode of the monitor;
◆ configure the monitor unit name, bed number and Internet
address for use on the network; and
◆ enter or change the time and date on the monitor.
Do not use any of these options unless specifically instructed to do so.
WARNING
Some of the service mode menu option items are to be
used only by qualified service technicians and others are
for general use. Because of this, unnecessary tampering
with service mode menu option items for experimentation
purposes is not recommended by GE Medical Systems
Information Technologies and may cause a malfunction of
the monitor.
Service Mode Menu Following is a list of options in the main code service menu;
Option Items REVIEW ERRORS—This menu selection is for advanced troubleshooting
by GE Medical Systems Information Technologies’ engineers. Error log
data can be transferred over the network to a central station and then
loaded onto a diskette for review. (Review Errors is discusses in greater
detail later in this chapter.)
CALIBRATE—For checkout or calibration of the noninvasive blood

pressure, ECG analog output, BP analog output, CO2 service, and SAM
service menu functions of the monitor.
BATTERY SERVICE—This is a complete collection of battery data for

troubleshooting the batteries.

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PATIENT-MONITOR TYPE—Select the type of monitor desired, i.e

adult, neonatal or operating room. Refer to Chapter 6, Configuration, for
detailed procedures.
WARNING
Changing the patient-monitor type will default the admit
function to STANDARD configuration. Different alarms
and parameters are activated for each selection.
NOTE: The keypad/remote control is DIDCA programmed for specific

monitor types. The error message WARNING: REMOTE
MISMATCHED WITH MONITORING MODE displays if the
monitor and keypad/remote control do not match.
MENU SETUP—This menu selection provides the following sub-menus:

(Refer to Chapter 6, Configuration, for detailed procedures.)
• ADMIT MENU: STANDARD

This menu selection allows you to determine the function of the
patient monitor. The four variables include stationary or ambulatory
(telemetry) patient monitoring with a monitor that always stays in
one room (STANDARD) or a monitor that moves from room to room
(ROVER).
• SOFTWARE LEVEL
This menu selection displays the software feature level this monitor
is using. It allows setting the level to a lower setting than the
software feature level setting in Boot Code.
• MONITOR DEFAULTS PASSWD

This menu selection allows you to set the monitor so that a password
is REQUIRED or NOT REQUIRED for entry into the MONITOR
DEFAULTS menu section. If selected, the password will be the same
as the SERVICE MODE MENU password.
MONITOR SETTINGS—This menu selection provides the following sub-

menus: (Refer to Chapter 6, Configuration, for detailed procedures.)
• SET UNIT NAME

This menu selection allows changes to the care unit name. After
initial setup, this name should not be changed or communication to
the central station will be corrupted. Note that the care unit name
must be registered exactly the same in the central station and the
patient monitor.
• SET BED NUMBER

This menu selection allows changes to the bed number. After initial
setup, this number should not be changed or communication to the
central station will be corrupted. Note that the bed number must be
registered exactly the same in the central station and the patient
monitor.
• SET INTERNET ADDRESS

This menu selection allows changes to the internet (IP) address.

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WARNING
Duplication of an internet (IP) address on a network
causes lost data. If you change the factory assigned
internet address, you must first record all other internet
addresses used on your network to avoid duplication.
An incorrect internet address may also prevent the monitor

from viewing other monitors on the network even though the
unit names match. Whether or not this can occur depends on
the network topology at the installed site.
GRAPH TEST PATTERN—This menu selection allows you to run a

graph test pattern. The choices are START and STOP.
TIME AND DATE—This menu selection allows changes to the time and
date and may affect the time and date for the entire monitoring network.
(Refer to Chapter 6, Configuration, for detailed procedures.)
WARNING
Loss of patient history. This menu should rarely be used
because patient histories will be lost.

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Review Errors The REVIEW ERRORS menu is an advanced troubleshooting tool used
by GE Medical Systems Information Technologies’ engineering
personnel. Some of the information recorded in the monitor error log can
be useful for field service troubleshooting.
About the Monitor Error This section provides an introduction to error log usage and meaning.
Because the information contained in the error log is engineering-
Log oriented, the intent of the manual is to simply provide a general
understanding of this monitor function.
Downloading the Error This section includes a method for downloading error log data over the
network to a central station. Once downloaded to a central station, you
Log can load the error log data onto floppy diskettes or review it on the
central station.
Accessing the Review To access the error log and learn more about the REVIEW ERRORS
menu option item, follow these steps:
Errors Menu Option Item
1. Rotate and press the Trim Knob control to select REVIEW ERRORS
from the Service Mode Menu.
2. The review errors menu option items include four possible selections;
one each for viewing output or input errors along with one each for
clearing output or input errors. Rotate and press the Trim Knob
control to scroll to and select VIEW OUTPUT ERRORS from the
Review Errors Menu.
3. The RUN TIME ERROR LOG pop-up window appears on the left
side of the monitor display. One time-dated output software error
appears in the pop-up window at a time.
Use the Trim Knob control to scroll through each logged error and
peruse all of the parameters associated with each output software
error. Rotate the Trim Knob control to move the cursor (>) to a
position for viewing the NEXT or PREVIOUS error as well as the
position that allows the user to QUIT viewing output errors.
Selecting QUIT closes the RUN TIME ERROR LOG pop-up window
and returns to the Review Errors Menu.
4. The VIEW INPUT ERRORS menu causes a RUN TIME ERROR
LOG pop-up window to appear on the monitor display. The pop-up
window now displays input software errors and provides basically
the same information as the VIEW OUTPUT ERRORS pop-up
window provided. The appearance of both pop-up windows are
similar, the difference being errors that are logged as input versus
output to/from the monitor.
5. To clear out the stored run time error logs, use the Trim Knob control
to select the CLEAR OUTPUT ERRORS or CLEAR INPUT ERRORS
menu, respectively.
Immediately after you clear one of the error logs, a message appears
on the upper right side of the display. The message verifies the
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Error Log This part of the section describes in greater detail what information the
error log contains and what can be learned from error logs.
Information
An error log in the monitor can hold up to 50 events. As an event occurs,
error information is stored in the log. Subsequent events are stored
sequentially as they occur. When the 50-event limit is reached,
subsequent errors replacing the oldest error(s) in the log.
A sample of the monitor error log pop-up window appears as follows:
When using the error log to troubleshoot a problem with the monitor, the
following parameters from the pop-up window that are of greatest
interest are:
• PROCESS NAME—The task that was operating when the event or

problem occurred,
• ERROR CODE—A software code for the type of event or problem

that occurred,
• SEVERITY—Indicates the level of impact of the event or problem on

the system,
• DATE—The date the event or problem occurred,
• TIME—The time the event or problem occurred, and
• ERROR NUMBER—A sequential number used to identify each

event or problem.
• INPUT ERROR—Additional information used to determine the

cause of the error.
Error Logs Error logs contain more than just operating system errors. Many events
that occur that might have an impact upon the system are entered into
the log. These logs may be requested by Tech Support on occasion to aid
in troubleshooting the monitor. The logs are developed to aid engineering
for internal diagnostics of the monitor. Contact Tech Support if you need
clarification of any of the error logs.
Severity of the Error Severity is a measure of how the event/error affected the system. There
are three levels of severity. The following is a list of these levels
accompanied by a brief description of each:
• CONTINUE—The event or error was logged, the task may or may

not have completed, but the system was able to continue operating.
Most error log entries have this severity level.
• FATAL—The event or error was logged, the task did not complete,
and the system was unable to continue operating as recovery was not
possible. This level of severity in an event or error is always followed
by an automatic warm start.
• FORCED RESTART—The operating system restarted normally

after a known condition, such as an Internet address change, patient
discharge, etc.

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TROUBLESHOOTING: Battery Alarms and Messages
Battery Alarms and Messages
Alarm Conditions Battery alarms occur when the following conditions occur:
• Low Battery,
• Empty Battery,
• Battery Failures, or
• Charger Failures.
Messages Displayed in the ECG Battery Alarm Cause

Waveform Area
BATTERY LOW System WARNING Critical Low BatteryOnly 10 minutes per

battery of run time remaining (10 minutes if
one battery, 20 minutes if two batteries).
POWERING DOWN System WARNING Empty BatteryThere is no battery run time

remaining.
CHECK BATTERY STATUS System MESSAGE Battery FailureA minor failure has occurred
while using or charging the battery.
BATTERY ERROR System WARNING Battery FailureA serious failure has

occurred while using or charging the battery.
CHECK BATT STATUS System MESSAGE Charger FailureCharger communications

NOTE: INTERNAL CHARGER have failed.
FAILED, CALL SERVICE also
appears in the Battery Status
information window.
Messages Displayed in the Battery Alarm Cause

Battery Status Information
Window
INTERNAL CHARGER FAILED, System MESSAGE Charger FailureCharger communications

CALL SERVICE have failed.
NOTE: CHECK BATT STATUS

also appears in the ECG waveform
area.
CONDITION None Condition The battery is requesting a
conditioning cycle.

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TROUBLESHOOTING: Battery Alarms and Messages
Error Message
Message Displayed in the Reason Solution

Battery Fuel Gauge Icon
ERROR The battery is either Complete the following steps to “wake up” a monitor’s
asleep or faulty. battery that has not been used for a period of time.
1. Hold the NBP Go/Stop and the Function
buttons and press the Trim Knob control at the
same time.
2. Release the Trim Knob control immediately.
3. Continue holding the NBP Go/Stop and the
Function buttons.
4. Disconnect the monitor from the network.
5. Select option 12, “Wake up Battery.”
6. Place the “sleeping” battery in battery slot “A.”
7. Select option 1, “Wake up Lithium ion battery in
Slot A.”
NOTE: In some languages, slot “A” is identified as

slot “1” and slot “B” is identified as slot “2.”
If the battery will not “wake up” it is probably faulty
and should be replaced.

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TROUBLESHOOTING: Power Source Tests
Power Source Tests
Wall Receptacle Use this procedure to confirm AC power from the wall receptacle which
the monitor is plugged into.
Use a digital multimeter (DMM) to verify the wall receptacle is wired

correctly. This is accomplished by performing a:
• voltage measurement between all three connections of the wall

receptacle;
• ground-to-neutral loop resistance measurement.
A standard wall receptacle consists of three connections: line, neutral

and ground. The figure at left indicates the location of each on a 120 VAC
wall receptacle commonly used in the United States. The location and
shape of pins may be different on wall receptacles used in countries other
than the United States.
Perform the following tests:

1. Use a DMM to measure the voltage between the three connections.
• Select the AC voltage scale on the DMM.
• Measure the voltage from line to neutral, line to ground, and

neutral to ground and make sure these are correct. With a
correctly wired wall receptacle used in the United States, the
following readings should be obtained:
Line to neutral: 120 VAC
Line to ground: 120 VAC
Neutral to ground: < 3 VAC
Readings other than these indicate improper wiring. Have the wall
receptacle checked by an electrician.
2. Use a DMM to measure the ground-to-neutral loop resistance.
CAUTION
DO NOT check the ground-neutral loop resistance unless
the wall receptacle is correctly wired.
• Select the milliohms (mΩ) scale on the DMM.
• Measure resistance across the power cord ground and neutral.
• Measure from the ground lug on the rear power connector to any
exposed metal of the monitor. The resistance between the ground
and neutral connections, after the ohmmeter is nulled, must be
less than 100 mΩ. If not, have the wall receptacle checked by an
electrician.

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Power Cord and Plug Verify the power cord being used with the monitor is good. The following
are a couple of things to check for in this regard:
• Failure of the power cord strain relief is very common. Often times
users of the equipment pull on the power cord itself, rather than the
power cord plug, to unplug the monitor from a wall receptacle. If in
doubt, test for continuity through each conductor of the power cord
connector and plug.
• Verify line, neutral, and ground conductors are properly connected to

the power cord plug and are not short-circuited. Rewire and tighten
these, or replace the power cord, as necessary.

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TROUBLESHOOTING: Data Acquisition Tests
Data Acquisition Tests
ECG Functions 1. Connect the MEI Multifunction Microsimulator (pn MARQII) and
appropriate patient cables, to the ECG connector of the monitor.
Turn the monitor and the patient simulator on.
2. Set the monitor to display leads I, II, III, and V simultaneously:
• From the main menu, select DISPLAY OPTIONS.
• Make sure the DISPLAY menu item shows INDIVIDUAL plus

six waveforms. If it shows FULL, change it to INDIVIDUAL.
• Select WAVEFORMS ON/OFF from the menu.
• Set the displayed waveforms for the following ECG leads:
ECG 1 WAVEFORM 2 WAVEFORM 3 WAVEFORM 4

LEAD II LEAD V LEAD I LEAD III
3. Set the patient simulator to output calibration (cal) pulses at 1.0 mV.
4. Measure the cal pulse ( ) amplitude. These should be (+/–20%):
• Lead I: 0.5 mV
• Lead II: 1 mV
• Lead III: 0.5 mV
• Lead V: –0.5 mV
5. It may be necessary to run a graph to accurately measure the cal
pulses. Perform these steps to graph all four waveforms.
• From the main menu, select GRAPH & ALARMS.
• Select GRAPH CONTROL from the menu.
• Set the graphed waveforms for the following ECG leads:
ECG 1 WAVEFORM 2 WAVEFORM 3 WAVEFORM 4

LEAD II LEAD V LEAD I LEAD III
• Press the GRAPH GO/STOP front panel control on the monitor to

start and stop a manual graph.
• Compare the printed graph with the sample shown below.

5

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6. Change the patient simulator output from cal pulses to an 80-bpm

ECG waveform.
• The displayed ECG waveforms should be similar to those shown

in the figure below.
• If this is the case, the ECG functions of the acquisition PCB, as

well as communication between the acquisition and processor
PCBs function as designed.
6
ECG Waveforms Display 1. If the calibration pulses are not correct, test the patient simulator
using a working monitor. If the patient simulator functions as
Incorrectly designed, calibrate the acquisition PCB. Refer to Chapter 5,
“Calibration.”
2. If displayed ECG waveforms contain a significant amount of noise
(see figure at left), check the ECG patient cables.
3. Test the patient simulator and ECG patient cables on a working
monitor to verify the ECG signal.
4. If the ECG signal, patient simulator and ECG patient cables are
good, the acquisition PCB is suspect and you need to replace it.
ECG Waveforms Do Not 1. Test the ECG patient cables on a working monitor.
Display At All 2. Test the patient simulator on a working monitor.
3. Swap the acquisition PCB into a working monitor. If the symptoms
follow the PCB into the working monitor, replace the acquisition
PCB.
4. If none of these first three steps provide any results, swap the
processor PCB and/or power supply PCB into a working monitor.
Lead Fail Functions 1. With the monitor displaying leads I, II, III, and V from the patient
simulator, remove the RA leadwire from the patient simulator.
2. The monitor should display a warning of a RA FAIL message. Lead
fail detection functions properly if this is the case. Lead fail detection
does not function properly if this is not the case. The acquisition PCB
is suspect. Swap the PCB with a working monitor to verify the
malfunction.
3. Reattach the RA leadwire to the patient simulator.

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Pace Detect 1. With the monitor displaying leads I, II, III, and V, set the patient
simulator to output a VP1 (ventricular pacemaker simulation #1)
Functions waveform.
2. Enable the pacemaker detection function of the monitor:
• select ECG from the display main menu,
• select DETECT PACE and set to PACE 2.

3. Verify the heart rate remains at approximately 80 bpm.
4. Select the VP2 output (ventricular pacemaker simulation #2) on the
patient simulator.
5. Select and press RELEARN.
6. The heart rate number may disappear from the display for a few
seconds and return to the screen shortly thereafter. Verify the heart
rate is at approximately 80 bpm. Verify the pacemaker spikes display
at the same amplitude.
7. Disable the pacemaker detection function of the monitor. Verify the
displayed pacemaker spikes have a different amplitude than in the
previous step.
8. Select the AVS output (A/V sequential pacemaker simulation) on the
patient simulator.
10. Verify the displayed pacemaker spikes are at different amplitudes.
12. Enable the pacemaker detection function of the monitor once again.
13. Set ECG GAIN to X2.
14. Verify a stable heart rate display of approximately 80 bpm. Verify the
pacemaker spikes are again at the same amplitude.
15. Disable the pacemaker detection function of the monitor.
Pace Detect Functions Do If the pacemaker detection test results are not correct, as described
above:
Not Work Properly
• Verify the patient simulator functions correctly by testing it on a
working monitor,
• The acquisition PCB is suspect. Swap a working acquisition PCB into

the monitor and perform this test to verify correct operation.

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Invasive Blood The invasive blood pressure (BP) test procedure requires the use of the
following patient simulator: MEI Multifunction Microsimulator
Pressure Functions (pn. MARQII). If you need to use a different patient simulator, adjust the
procedure steps/readings accordingly.
Setup BP1 Connect the BLOOD PRESSURE 1 output of the patient simulator to the
P1 patient connector on the side panel of the monitor.
Setup BP2 Connect the BLOOD PRESSURE 2 output of the patient simulator to the
P2 patient connector on the side panel of the monitor.
Zero-Reference Both BP’s Properly zero-reference each BP input:
• Set the patient simulator BP output to 0 mmHg
• Press the FUNCTION front panel control on the monitor.
Generate Dynamic BP Set the patient simulator BP output to WAVE.

Waveforms Setup the BP scales on the monitor for auto gain:
• Select AR1 from the main menu of the monitor
• Select ART SCALES from the AR1 menu
• Select AUTO gain from the ART SCALES menu
• Return to the main menu of the monitor and setup auto gain for the
PA2 waveform as you did for AR1.
Verify Dynamic BP Once the BP waveforms are setup as described above verify the following:
Results • Both the AR1 and PA2 BP waveforms are noise-free, as shown in the
figure at the left.
• BP displayed parameters are within tolerance as indicated in the

following list:
BP Parameter: AR1 PA2

Systolic (mmHg): 116 – 124 28 – 32
Diastolic (mmHg): 78 – 82 9 – 11
NOTE: These tests are designed for use with a MEI Multifunction
Microsimulator, pn. MARQII. Accuracy specifications of the
patient simulator in combination with the monitor (±2% or 1
mmHg, whichever is greater) is how the parameter values listed
above, were derived. Use of any other manufacturer patient
simulator, and associated specifications, can potentially change
these test results.

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Generate Static BP Set the patient simulator BP output to 200 mmHg, static pressure.
Waveforms • Verify the BP1 channel is working correctly if systolic, diastolic, and
mean pressure values for AR1 are displaying parameter readings
between 194 and 206 mmHg. Remove the cable from BP1 and install
it in BP2 and repeat the test.
BP Waveforms Do Not 1. If the BP waveforms displayed on the monitor appear noisy or

distorted (example shown on the left), test the Patient simulator and
Appear Correctly On The simulator test cables and on a working monitor to determine the
Display source of the problem.
2. If the static pressure test results were inaccurate, test the Patient
simulator and simulator test cables and on a working monitor to
determine the source of the problem.
3. If the patient simulator and associated test cables are determined to
be functioning correctly, the acquisition PCB is suspect. Swap the
acquisition PCB into a working monitor to determine if replacement
is necessary.
BP Waveforms Do Not 1. If the AR1 or PA2 parameter labels, readings and associated
waveforms do not display on the monitor, verify the patient simulator
Appear On The Display At and associated test cables on a working monitor.
All 2. Inspect the BP side panel connectors on the monitor for bent or
broken pins. If any pins are bent or broken, replace the DAS
assembly.
3. Perform continuity tests between the side panel connectors of the
monitor, front panel flex circuit assembly located behind the front
panel connectors, and connection to the acquisition PCB.
4. If the patient simulator and associated test cables function correctly
and the continuity tests yield no malfunction, the DAS assembly is
suspect. Swap the DAS assembly into a working monitor to
determine if a replacement is necessary.

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Respiration Connect the MEI Multifunction Microsimulator, pn. MARQII, and

appropriate patient cables to the ECG/RESP side panel connector on the
Functions monitor.
1. Adjust the patient simulator to output a respiration waveform using
the following settings:
• Rate BPM – 30
• Baseline Impedance Ohms – 750,
• ∆R Ohms – 2.0.
2. Enable the respiration function of the monitor:
• Select MONITOR SETUP from the main menu display on the

monitor,
• Select PARAMETERS ON/OFF from the monitor setup menu.
Next, turn and push the Trim Knob control to:
• scroll to and select RR in the parameters on/off pop-up window.
• toggle and select ON in the RR line of the parameters on/off pop-

up window.
Verify the following:
• Respiration rate is displayed and accurate.
• Respiration waveform is displayed and noise-free.
• Markers appear in the displayed respiration waveform (see figure at

left). These indicate the points at which the monitor senses
inspiration and expiration for determination of the respiration rate.
No Respiration Waveform If the respiration waveform or rate does not appear on the monitor
display, perform the following steps to isolate the problem:
or Rate Appear on the
Display • Vary the baseline impedance on the patient simulator
• Vary the ∆R on the patient simulator.
• Test the patient simulator and appropriate patient cables on a

working monitor to determine the source of the problem.
• If none of the previous recommendations corrects the problem, the

acquisition PCB is suspect. Swap the PCB into a working monitor to
determine the source of the problem and replace as necessary.

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Markers do not Appear on If the markers on the respiration waveform do not appear on the display
or the respiration rate count is inaccurate, try changing the respiration
Respiration Waveform; sensitivity level on the monitor. Use the Trim Knob control on the
Respiration Rate is monitor to:
Inaccurate • Scroll to and select RR (respiration parameter) from the monitor
main menu,
• Scroll to and select SENSITIVITY from the respiration parameter

menu, and
• Scroll to and select a different sensitivity percentage (%) from the

sensitivity menu
NOTE: Usually, a lower respiration sensitivity% level rectifies this

problem.
Respiration Functions Refer to the Operator’s Manual for detailed information regarding
patient preparation relative to respiration monitoring functions.
Work Properly on Patient Achieving optimum results for respiration waveforms and accurate
Simulator but not on respiration rate detection by the monitor requires proper preparation for
ECG electrode placement on the patient. An example of a noisy
Actual Patient respiration waveform, usually due to bad patient preparation, is shown
at the left.
NOTE: With patients that exhibit excessively high baseline chest

impedance, proper respiration monitoring can be extremely
difficult, if not impossible.

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Noninvasive Blood Perform the noninvasive blood pressure (NBP) Checkout Procedure
found in the Maintenance chapter. This procedure determines whether or
Pressure Functions not the NBP functions of the monitor are working as designed or whether
the monitor requires NBP calibration.
If, after performing the prescribed checkout procedure, it is determined

that there are potential problems that NBP calibration does not cure, try
the following:
1. If calibration is unsuccessful and cannot be properly performed,
there could be leaks in the pneumatic circuit plumbing. The following
steps assist you in determining this:
• The NBP cuff and tubing is the easiest area to inspect for leaks
and is also the most likely area for failure in this regard. Closely
inspect these items for cracks or leaks. Test the NBP cuff and
tubing on a working monitor to determine the source of the
problem.
• If the NBP cuff and tubing are determined to be good after

testing them on a working monitor, the leaks are probably
internal to the monitor. Disassemble the monitor and check
inspect all internal tubing and connections in the pneumatic
circuit plumbing.
2. If no leaks are found after performing the previous step, the NBP
pump assembly is suspect. Swap the NBP pump assembly with one
from a working monitor and/or replace as necessary.
NBP Alarms Occur If the monitor is not configured properly, a variety of NBP problems may
occur. To determine monitor configuration, rotate then push the Trim
Continuously Knob control to:
• Scroll to and select CUSTOMIZE MONITOR from the main menu of

the monitor,
• Scroll to and select PATIENT-MONITOR TYPE from the customize

monitor menu of the monitor.
Verify the configured monitor type matches the environment in which

the monitor is being used. If it is set to a neonatal ICU when the monitor
is used for the adult ICU application or vice versa, problems listed to the
left may occur.

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TROUBLESHOOTING: Wireless LAN Troubleshooting
Wireless LAN Troubleshooting
Problems may occur with network communications while the monitor is

communicating over Wireless LAN. Following is a list of possible
solutions when troubleshooting Wireless LAN.
• If the monitor can not be viewed at the central station or can not view
other monitors, it may not be communicating with the internal RF
card.
1. Check the status of the Wireless LAN communication:
a. Select REVISION AND ID option from the Monitor Setup
Menu.
b. There are three pages of software revision information.
Select NEXT to display the second page of information.
c. Select NEXT twice to display the Hardware ID Display
information window.
d. Verify the WIRELESS LAN ID shows the proper country,
status, revision and date code. For example: US 02 V4.63
00022.
2. If there is no WIRELESS LAN ID, the card may be disabled or
inoperative. Verify the card is enabled:
a. Activate the Boot Code by holding down NBP Go/Stop and
Function.
b. Press and release the Trim Knob control.
c. Keep holding NBP Go/Stop and Function until the Boot
Code information appears on the display.
d. Select Service Menu -> Set Configuration -> Configure
Wireless LAN -> Enable/Disable Wireless LAN.
3. The monitor is configured with international roaming. The
country abbreviation code (US 02 V4.63 00022) must match the
country the monitor is in. If the code does not match:
◆ Check to make sure the correct Access Point is installed.
◆ Refer to the Wireless LAN (Symbol Access Point)
Installation and Service Manual for details on proper
Access Point installation.

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TROUBLESHOOTING: Wireless LAN Troubleshooting
• The most common cause of non-communication is an incorrect SSID.

If the communication status in the Wireless LAN ID is 01 (US 01
V4.63 00022), the RF LAN card is not communicating with the
Access Point. The SSID must match the Access Point’s NET ID.
1. To change the SSID status:
a. Activate the Boot Code by holding down NBP Go/Stop and
Function.
b. Press and release the Trim Knob control.
c. Keep holding NBP Go/Stop and Function until the Boot
Code information appears on the display.
d. Select Service Menu -> Set Configuration -> Configure
Wireless LAN ->Change SSID.
NOTE: For all standard installations, the SSID should be GEMS

(default).
2. If the status is 02, the RF LAN card is communicating with the
Access Point and the network should be available.
◆ Check the network connection to the Access Point.
◆ Refer to the Wireless LAN (Symbol Access Point)
Installation and Service Manual for details on proper
Access Point installation.
• Intermittent communication may be caused if the monitor is out of

range or there is RF interference.
◆ If the monitor is out of range, add additional Access Points to
extend the coverage area.
◆ If there is RF interference, the source of the interference must
be removed or shielded.

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TROUBLESHOOTING: Service Tips
Service Tips
Fault/Symptom This information is provided for the benefit of service technicians

responsible for the maintenance and repair of the monitor. The
Analysis symptoms covered in this part of the Troubleshooting section represent
only a select number of faults that you may encounter and by no means
are intended to cover every possible failure that may occur.
A systematic approach to the diagnosis of problems as well as a general

understanding of the architecture, both hardware and software, of the
monitor are essential to ensure successful troubleshooting of this device.
The manufacturer recommends formal service training before repairs are
attempted on the monitor. The Service Tips listed below combined with
formal training should provide the service technician with skills
necessary to service and repair a monitor, in the event of a malfunction.
Problem Reason Solution

General Problems
The unit is plugged in, ■ The output voltage of the ■ Replace the power supply.
but it does not switch to power supply is ■ Replace the processor/power
AC from Battery power. inadequate for the management assembly.
processor PCB to
recognize.
Audio Problems
Audio does not sound. ■ The speaker cable is loose ■ Restore the cable connections.
Go to the Alarm Help or disconnected.
Menu and select ■ The speaker failed. ■ Replace the speaker.
“Crisis.” Listen for the ■ The audio circuit on the ■ Replace the Replace the processor/power
three-beep audio. processor PCB failed. management assembly.
Optional Writer Problems
No paper comes out, ■ Graph locations are set ■ With the Trim Knob control, select
even though “Graphing” incorrectly. MONITOR GRAPH SETUP, and GRAPH
is displayed. LOCATION. Verify that MANUAL,
ALARM, and PRINT locations are set
properly.
Paper comes out, but no ■ The paper may be loaded ■ See the Operator Manual for correct
graph data is shown. incorrectly. paper installation.
■ Print head may be dirty ■ Clean the printhead (refer to the
or defective. maintenance chapter of this manual).
■ Perform a graph test. If problem persists,
replace the writer assembly.
Saving Message ■ Writer is busy. ■ When the graph is complete, the saved
graph prints out.
■ Writer is no longer ■ Check the graph locations. Set the correct
available. graph locations if necessary.
Missing segments in the ■ Print head may be dirty ■ Clean the printhead (refer to the
graph data. or defective. maintenance chapter of this manual).
■ Perform a graph test. If problem persists,
replace the writer assembly.

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Problem Reason Solution

Optional Alarm Light
The red or yellow lights ■ Cable may be loose or ■ Restore the connection.
do not light on boot up disconnected.
of the monitor. ■ LEDs are burned out. ■ Replace the alarm light assembly or PCB.
Defib Sync Problems
“Buzz” signal comes out ■ BP is not zeroed. ■ Zero out the BP.
for ECG or BP. ■ BP is not available. ■ Plug in a BP cable.
■ ECG leads fail. ■ Check patient connections.
Video Display Problems
There are bars/strips of ■ Possible burned-out ■ Run the display tests in the boot loader.
pixels missing on the pixels. ■ Replace the display assembly.
display in rows/columns.
Or only one row/column
of pixels on the display
is missing or never
turned on. The
remaining portion of the
display functions
properly.
No display ■ Display may be in ■ Press the Power button. If display still
standby mode. does not appear within 10 seconds,
replace the display assembly.
■ Backlight inverted may ■ Replace back light inverter.
be defective.
Acquisition PCB Symptoms relative to patient signal acquisition such as missing

parameter text and waveform(s) may be associated with acquisition PCB
Symptoms failure.It is important that you are able to distinguish the difference
between the general format of the display, which is generated by the
processor PCB, versus the patient signals and data that is associated
with these patient signals, a function of data acquisition, which is
generated by the acquisition PCB.
Processor PCB Symptoms with battery operation, network communications,

asynchronous communications, NBP control, PCMCIA communications,
Symptoms analog output, audio/sound generation, and video signals as well as other
display-related problems all may be associated with processor PCB
failure. All of these are functions controlled by microcontroller or
graphics processing circuitry located on the Processor/Power
Management PCB.

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TROUBLESHOOTING: Troubleshooting Software Updates - Problems and Solutions
Troubleshooting Software Updates - Problems and

Solutions
The following is a list of problems commonly encountered during a

software update with their solutions.
Problem Possible Reason/Solution
Centralscope central The Centralscope central station has loaded the monitor software onto its hard
station contains the drive, but the monitor does not see the central station on the network. There are
software, but the two ways to get the central station to broadcast across the network.
monitor cannot find it. ■ If patient monitoring may be interrupted, press the CTRL, ALT, and
DELETE (backspace) keys simultaneously to reboot the central station.
■ If the central station is monitoring patients, do the following:
1. At the central station, starting from the MAIN menu select CENTRAL
SETUP -> SERVICE ->
2. Enter Password MEI CS 123.
3. Select SERVICE MONITOR.
4. Type ps eaglefs (case sensitive) and press ENTER. Enabling the EAGLEFS
program that teaches your central station how to broadcast the software on
the network. The central station will respond in one of two ways:
■ If the central station is not running EAGLEFS, it will respond with:
INVALID PROCESS ID OR NAME. Type run eaglefs HDØ (case sensitive)
and press ENTER.
■ If the central station lists EAGLEFS as a running process, go to the next
step.
5. Press MAIN MENU on the front panel to exit the SERVICE MONITOR and
go back to the monitor to download the software.

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Monitor appears
‘locked up’ during a CAUTION
network download.
Do not power cycle or reboot the monitor if downloading the Boot
Code is proceeding normally. The monitor will be rendered
useless.
If the packet or byte numbers stop advancing for at least two minutes, do the
following:
1. Check that all cables are properly connected.
2. At the patient monitor:
■ Hold down NBP Go/Stop and Function.
■ Press and release the Trim Knob control.
■ Keep holding NBP Go/Stop and Function until the Boot Code information
appears on the display.
3. Repeat the software update procedure for the aborted file from the
beginning.
A:/> prompt does not Select the correct disk drive on the PC to get the A:/> prompt. Many laptop PCs
appear at the PC have a switch that allows a single disk drive to emulate two disk drives. Set the
drive switch to A and then press the CTRL, ALT, and DELETE keys
simultaneously to reboot the PC.
Monitor appears
‘locked up’ during a CAUTION
PC download
Do not power cycle or reboot the monitor if downloading the Boot
Code is proceeding normally. The monitor will be rendered
useless.
If the packet or byte numbers stop advancing for at least two minutes, do the
following:
1. Check that all cables are properly connected.
2. Press the ESC key on the PC and the update will continue.
3. Select ABORT on the monitor or power cycle the monitor.
4. Repeat the software update procedure for the aborted file from the
beginning.
Software revision If the part numbers are not listed for the monitor interfaces in the software
window does not list revision window, the software update has not been activated. power cycle the
part numbers. monitor and view the software revisions window again. If the part numbers are
still missing, repeat the update procedure for each missing file.

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Waveforms do not If communication is corrupted, do the following:

appear at the central
1. Check all cables for a good connection.
station.
2. Ensure that the central station software is correct.
3. Ensure Ethernet addresses have been programed correctly. Refer to the
appropriate service manual.
4. Ensure the Ethernet address has been programmed correctly at the patient
monitor:
■ Hold down NBP Go/Stop and Function.
■ Press and release the Trim Knob control.
■ Keep holding NBP Go/Stop and Function until the Boot Code information
appears on the display.
■ The Ethernet address displays in the Boot Code banner information.
5. If the Ethernet address needs to be changed in Boot Code, a unique password
is required to access Change Ethernet Address in the Options Menu.
Fax a password request to GE Medical Systems Information Technologies’

Software Upgrade Coordinator at (414) 362-3250 to obtain a password. You
will need to provide your product serial number and Ethernet address. (The
Ethernet address displays in the Boot Code banner information.)

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TROUBLESHOOTING: Error Messages
Error Messages
The following table describes error messages that may appear on the
display and how to resolve the problem.
Message Possible Reason/Solution
“WARNING: The EEPROM data was found to be either Following the EEPROM dump, restore data:
INVALID or uninitialized. GE Marquette factory
1. Restore Ethernet address and IP address
defaults will be stored in both the EEPROM and the
as requested by the Boot Code.
monitor’s configuration memory. You will be required
to re-enter the network configuration, re-enable any 2. Power cycle.
password protected features and restore all monitor
3. If error message persists, replace processor
settings and site-specific defaults.”
pcb. If error message no longer occurs, re-
enable any password protected features
and restore all monitor settings and site-
specific defaults via SERVICE MENU ->
Set Configuration, and Options Menu.
“ERROR: THE INTERNAL BATTERY THAT Battery may be depleted.

MAINTAINS THE MONITOR’S DEFAULTS HAS Replace the processor pcb.
FAILED!”
* * SERVICE MAY BE REQUIRED * *
“WARNING: THIS VERSION OF BOOT CODE IS 1. Power cycle.

NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE VERSION OF MAIN
2. Reload Boot Code.
CODE CURRENTLY STORED IN FLASH. PLEASE
UPDATE THE BOOT CODE.” 3. If problems persists, replace processor pcb.
“Boot Flash test FAILED.” 1. Power cycle.

“ERROR: The Boot Code stored in Flash is not valid.
2. Reload Boot Code.
Main Code cannot be loaded until valid Boot Code
exists.” 3. If problems persists, replace processor pcb.
“Main Flash test FAILED.” 1. Power cycle.

“ERROR: The Main Code stored in flash is not valid.”
2. Reload Main Code.
3. If problems persists, replace processor pcb.
“Static RAM test FAILED.” Replace processor pcb.

“ERROR: The SRAM memory test failed. Main Code
will not be loaded unless this test passes. Reboot the
monitor to repeat testing.”
“Real Time Clock FAILED - will not start.” If problem persists and error message displays,
“WARNING: The real time clock chip is not running. replace processor pcb.
Main Code cannot be loaded until this chip is started.
Attempting to start real time clock...”
Followed by either
“The real time clock was started. Select Start Patient
Monitoring to load and execute Main Code.”
Or
“ERROR: Unable to start the real time clock.”

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CONFIGURATION: Upgrading a Monitor to Version 2C Software
Upgrading a Monitor to Version 2C Software

Download Requirements
NOTE:
The Dash monitor MUST be at software version 2B before it can be
upgraded to software version 2C. If your monitor is not at software
version 2B, contact your local sales representative for software
version 2B upgrade information.
To complete this upgrade procedure, you need the following items.
PC and Serial Line Upgrade

Network Upgrade Requirements
Requirements
Software upgrade diskettes. There are two different sets of software upgrade diskettes.
n 8 diskettes containing English and European languages, pn 422230-007.
n 6 diskettes containing English and Asian languages, pn 422230-006.
Centralscope central station or a Clinical PC or PC laptop meeting the following
Information Center (CIC) that is networked minimum requirements:
with the monitors you want to upgrade. n MS-DOS compatible
n IS NOT a Windows NT system
n 1.4M, 3.5-inch floppy drive
n RS-232C serial port
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The PC must use MS-DOS,
not a simulation of MS-DOS
to complete this upgrade.
Download kit, PN 2000453-001

n Monitor cable assembly, PN 418335-002
n PC cable assembly, PN 420915-013
Before you Begin Downloading Software
Maintain Patient Monitoring and Patient Safety
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There is a temporary loss of monitoring functions throughout
various parts of the patient monitoring system until the update
is complete on each monitor in the system. Medical staff should
be prepared to cover patients in need during these periods of lost
monitoring functions.
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Patient Histories, Trends, and Vitals are lost after the upgrade.
Notify hospital staff to print out the data before you start the
upgrade.

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DO NOT download software into the monitor while the monitor
is connected to a patient. Inform medical staff responsible for
patients connected to the monitor that you are updating the
equipment so they may take appropriate actions.
Print Monitor Defaults and Software Revision Levels

Complete the following steps for each monitor you will be upgrading.
1. Print a copy of the monitor’s defaults to allow you to re-enter the

defaults after completing the software upgrade. The upgrade returns
the monitor to the factory defaults.
u From the Main Menu, select MONITOR SETUP --> MONITOR
DEFAULTS to display the Monitor Defaults menu.
u Select each menu option to display the associated defaults
window.
u Press the Graph Go/Stop key to print a copy of the displayed
defaults window.
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When a defaults window has a down arrow in the bottom left
side, use the Trim Knob control to scroll down the list of
defaults to display all the defaults for this item, then press
the Graph Go/Stop key to print this additional information.
2. Print a copy of the monitor’s software file revision level.

u Use the Trim Knob control to select the following Main Menu
options: MONITOR SETUP --> REVISION ID.
u Press the Graph Go/Stop key to print the information.
u Select NEXT to view the next window of information.
u Press the Graph Go/Stop key.
u Use the monitor printout to identify the software files you should
download into the monitor. The following table identifies the
primary software codes.
Software File Name Description
MAIN SW REVISION1 main processor operation
MAIN BOOT SW REVISION1 main processor boot code
1 Each software file REVISION level is identified by a number, a letter, and a

date. For version 2B software, you may see one of the following revision levels.
n 2B 14JUN00 means this English and non-Asian language software is at
revision level 2B.
n 2BA ASI 14JUN00 means this Asian language software is at revision level
2B.

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Load the Upgrade Software into the Host Download Device
CIC Host Centralscope Host PC Host
1. Write down the Centralscope central station or CIC CARE UNIT NAME and CENTRAL 1. From the PC Windows operating
NUMBER of that particular central station for use later in this procedure. environment, copy the folders and
subdirectories from the software
upgrade diskettes into the PC.
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u For non-Asian language
monitors, you will only
use diskettes 5–8.
u For Asian language
monitors, you will only
use diskettes 4–6.
2. Insert the first software upgrade diskette into the floppy drive. 2. Exit into DOS.
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n For non-Asian language monitors, you will only use diskettes 1–4.
n For Asian language monitors, you will only use diskettes 1–3.
3. Select and enter the following items.
a. From the Main Menu, select: SETUP a. From the Main Menu, select: a. At the C:\ > prompt, type the word
CIC. CENTRAL SETUP --> SERVICE --> update and press the Enter key. This
b. Select the SERVICE PASSWORD PASSWORD (MEI CS 123). starts the Update UTILITIES program.
tab. b. Press Enter. b. Press F2 to select and display the
c. Type the password, mms_com c. Select LOAD SOFTWARE. Then wait UPDATE BEDSIDE utilities menu.
d. Press Enter. A C:\ > prompt appears. approximately 10 seconds.
e. Type A:cinstall 2c d. Select FLOPPY. Several status
messages appear in the top left
corner of the display.
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If you insert the wrong e. Verify that messages similar to the
diskette, or make a typing following are displayed:
error, press Ctrl + C. Then LOADING FROM...FLOPPY
complete step 3 again. LOADING DISK
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f. Follow the instructions on screen to The central station
remove and insert the next diskette. automatically ejects the
When all of the required files have diskette and identifies the
been downloaded into the CIC, the next diskette you should
CIC will display the message, insert into the floppy drive. If
“INSTALL COMPLETE.” the diskette does not eject
g. Close the DOS window. from the floppy drive after 20
minutes, reboot the central
station and complete step 3
again.
f. Continue to load the diskettes until the

LOAD FROM FLOPPY COMPLETE
message is displayed.

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Download the Software into the Monitor
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CONNECT THE EQUIPMENT TO AN AC POWER SOURCE —
The monitor and PC should use a reliable power source to
complete the upgrade process. DO NOT use battery power during
the upgrade. A battery failure during the upgrade process may
result in an update process failure.
If a failure occurs in the update process while loading one of the

boot code components, full or partial patient monitoring
capability is lost. The monitor is rendered useless and requires
service by a manufacturer technical support engineer.
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To prevent loading the boot code twice, the software files MUST be
loaded in the following sequence.
1. MAIN BOOT SW REVISION
2. MAIN SW REVISION
CIC Network Host Centralscope Network Host PC Serial Host
1. Go to the next step. 1. Connect the download components.

Dash PC serial port
AUX port
adapter
pn 420915-013
819A, 820A cable, pn 418335-002
2. Go to the monitor and complete the following to activate the BOOT LOADER program.
a. Simultaneously press and hold down the NBP Go/Stop key, the Function key, and the Trim Knob control to reboot the monitor.
Once the display goes blank, release just the Trim Knob control.
b. Continue to press and hold down the NBP Go/Stop and the Function keys until the BOOT LOADER screen appears on the
monitor’s display.
3. From the monitor, select the file server (CIC or Centralscope central station) from which 127(
you will download the upgrade files. The BOOT LOADER screen
briefly appears on the monitor
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If the file server is not found, select SEARCH FOR FILE SERVER 30 seconds, the SERVICE MENU
AGAIN. Then, select the appropriate file server. appears.
3. From the monitor, select Serial

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The monitor displays a warning
message concerning the loading
of software that is not part of the
normal update procedure.
4. Turn and press the Trim Knob control to

select YES. Several messages should
appear regarding erasing the flash
memory.
5. Complete the following steps. 5. Complete the following when the monitor
a. From the monitor, select the boot.scr file name. displays a “status: Initializing...”
message.
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a. From the PC, use the up/down arrow
The monitor displays a warning message concerning the loading of
keys to highlight the boot code file,
software that is not part of the normal update procedure.
4222692C.011.
b. Turn and press the Trim Knob control to select YES to continue. b. Press ENTER to begin downloading
c. Press the Trim Knob to select YES to begin downloading the boot code file onto the the file to the monitor
monitor. c. Verify that the received bytes continue
to increment. If the bytes stop
incrementing for more than two
minutes, re-start this upgrade from the
beginning.
6. Complete steps 3 and 4 to prepare the monitor for downloading the main code. 6. Select Serial Download Main.
a. Press the Trim Knob control to select
YES to continue.

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7. Select the main.scr file name. Press the Trim Knob control to select YES to begin 7. Complete the following when the monitor
downloading the main code. The monitor will automatically reboot after the main code displays a “status: Initializing...”
has been downloaded. message.
a. Go to the PC and use the up/down
arrows on the keyboard to highlight
the main code file, 4222282C.031.
b. Press ENTER to begin downloading
the file to the monitor.
c. Verify that the received bytes continue
to increment. If the bytes stop
incrementing for more than two
minutes, re-start this upgrade from the
beginning.
d. Repeat steps a through c to upgrade
the remaining main code files
identified for Non-Asian or Asian
language monitors.
Non-Asian Monitor Asian Monitor
4222282C.032 4222282C.032
4222282C.033 4222282C.033
4222282C.034
8. Press and hold down the NBP Go/Stop key, the Function key, and the Trim Knob control to manually reboot the monitor.
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n A successful reboot results in the monitor displaying the start up screen.
n An unsuccessful reboot results in the monitor displaying the BOOT LOADER screen.
In the BOOT LOADER screen, verify whether the Boot Flash Test and the Main Flash Test passed or
failed. If a test failed, complete steps 2–5 to re-load the code (boot code and/or main code) for the test
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Complete the Upgrade

1. Activate the monitor software.
u Simultaneously press and hold down the NBP Go/Stop key, the
Function key, and the Trim Knob control, then release them.
2. Print the REVISION AND ID information for each monitor and
compare it to the list you previously printed from the monitor.
u From the Main Menu, select MORE MENUS --> MONITOR
SETUP --> REVISION AND ID.
u Press the Graph Go/Stop key to print the information.
u Select NEXT to view the next window of information.
u Press the Graph Go/Stop key.
u If the MAIN and MAIN BOOT software versions are not at
version 2C, complete these upgrade instructions again.
3. Re-enter the monitor defaults you printed out from the monitor.
4. Complete all of the checkout procedures starting on page 4-17.
5. Upgrade the software in all monitors.
Troubleshooting
Complete the following if you have problems downloading the software
into the monitor.
n Re-start the upgrade procedure from the beginning.
n Contact manufacturer technical support at one of the following
telephone numbers:
1-800-558-7044 — within the United States, or
1-561-575-5000 — outside of the United States.
Software Update Tracking (FE Use Only)

For this update use the MDOC number found on the software diskettes
as the tracking number in the PROACTIVE REPAIR# window of the
Clarify case. Bill travel and labor only as authorized by Marketing - Dash
using the MDOC number as the PO#.

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CONFIGURATION: Configuring a Monitor
Configuring a Monitor
This section explains how to configure a patient monitor. The procedure
addresses use in both types of patient monitoring system configurations:
n Stand-alone patient monitor: The monitor is not interconnected

to other patient monitoring system devices, and
n Networked patient monitor: The monitor is interconnected to
other patient monitoring system devices for the sake of sharing
patient data.
The following procedure explains how to configure a patient monitor on
the Unity Network. The monitor communicates with central stations,
and other related equipment over the Unity Network. This network is
essentially an Ethernet implementation.
General
Use this procedure if you are:
n experiencing communication problems on the Unity Network, or

n adding a new monitor to the Unity Network.
Gather Information
To configure a new monitor, you must first:
n know that the new monitor’s software revision is compatible with the
other monitors connected to the Unity Network.
n write down the exact care unit name from the upper left hand corner
of the central station.
n write down the bed name for the new monitor.
n know if the monitor will be used for either stationary or ambulatory
(telemetry) monitoring or both.
n know if the monitor will be moved from one Ethernet connection to
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Select Procedures
Choose and program the procedures listed below in the order presented.
Each procedure is described on the next pages.
Main Menu Selections

n Set Unit Name
n Set Bed Number
n Patient-Monitor Type
n Set Graph Locations
n Admit Menu
Boot Code Selections

n Defib Sync Voltage
n Defib Sync Pulse Width
n Line Frequency
n CIC Protocol
n QS Protocol
n MUSE Protocol
n Defib Sync Voltage and Pulse Width
n Set Country Selection
n Configure Wireless LAN
After completing all necessary procedures, perform the “Checkout
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CONFIGURATION: Main Menu Selections
Main Menu Selections

Set Unit Name
Up to seven characters are used to identify the care unit. These
characters display at the top right of the screen immediately preceding
the bed number.
Access SET UNIT NAME option, starting from the Main Menu.
1. Select MORE MENUS -> MONITOR SETUP -> SERVICE MODE.

month from monitor screen with leading zeros. (e.g. July 4 = 0407)
3. Select MONITOR SETTINGS -> UNIT NAME.
↑ ↓
4. Use the Trim Knob control to select and change each character. Up to
seven characters may be entered.
5. Select SET UNIT NAME and press the Trim Knob control to exit.
Set Bed Number
The bed number identifies a particular patient bed. Up to five characters
are used to identify bed number. This number displays at the top right of
the screen.
Access SET BED NUMBER option, starting from the Main Menu.

3. Select MONITOR SETTINGS -> UNIT NAME -> SET BED
NUMBER.
↑ ↓
4. Use the Trim Knob control to select and change each character. Up to
five characters may be entered.
5. Select SET BED NUMBER and press the Trim Knob control to exit.

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Patient-Monitor Type
The PATIENT-MONITOR TYPE selection determines the type of
monitor desired, i.e adult, neonatal or operating room. Different alarms
and parameters are activated for each selection. This menu item is part
of the SERVICE MODE menu.
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Each time the patient-monitor type is changed, the ADMIT
MENU function defaults to STANDARD configuration. Be aware
that some alarms and parameters may be changed.
NOTE: The keypad/remote control is DIDCA programmed for specific

monitor types. The error message WARNING: REMOTE
MISMATCHED WITH MONITORING MODE displays if the
monitor and keypad/remote control do not match.
Access PATIENT-MONITOR TYPE option, starting from the Main
Menu.

3. Select PATIENT-MONITOR TYPE. Be sure to read the information
in the ATTENTION box before changing anything.
↑ ↓
4. Rotate Trim Knob control to select the type of environment the

monitor will be used in.
5. Press Trim Knob control to exit. Your selection displays at the top of
the screen after the time.
Set Graph Locations
Access MANUAL GRAPH LOCATION option, starting from the Main
Menu.
1. Select MORE MENUS -> MONITOR SETUP -> GRAPH SETUP ->
GRAPH LOCATION -> MANUAL GRAPH LOCATION.
2. Using the Trim Knob control, choose the manual graph location from
the list.
3. Select ALARM GRAPH LOCATION.
4. Using the Trim Knob control, choose the alarm graph location from
the list.
5. Select PRINT WINDOW LOCATION.
6. Using the Trim Knob control, choose the print window location from
the list.
7. Select 12 LEAD PRINT LOCATION.

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8. Using the Trim Knob control, choose the 12 lead print location from
the list.
Communication Confirmation
Confirm communication across the network.
1. Admit and generate a waveform at the monitor with a simulator.

2. Press Graph Go/stop and observe graph output at chosen locations.
Problems?
If the writer or printer does not graph:
n Ensure the writer or printer is turned ON.

n Check all cables for a good connection.
n Check programmed alarms and manual graph locations at the
monitor.
If you do not have a waveform at the central station:
n Ensure the central station software is compatible.

n Check all cables for a good connection.
n Check the programmed alarms and manual graph locations at the
monitor.
n Ensure the care unit name is the same in the monitor and in the
central station.
n Ensure the central station serial number and LAN address are
programmed correctly.

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Admit Menu
The ADMIT MENU selection determines the function of the monitor.
This menu item is part of the SERVICE MODE menu.
Before programming the ADMIT MENU, you must know if the monitor
will be used for standard adult, neonatal, or operating room monitoring,
and if the monitor will be moved from room to room. All combinations are
explained below.
n STANDARD configures the monitor to stay in one room for

stationary monitoring only. Monitors not connected to the Unity
Network (Ethernet connection) must use STANDARD configuration
only.
n ROVER configures the monitor to move from room to room for
stationary monitoring only.
n COMBO configures the monitor to stay in one room for both
stationary and ambulatory (telemetry) monitoring. This monitor
displays all Tram module data combined with ECG data for
ambulatory patients.
n ROVER COMBO configures the monitor to move from room to room
for both stationary and ambulatory (telemetry) monitoring.
1. Access ADMIT MENU option, starting from the Main Menu. Select
MORE MENUS -> MONITOR SETUP -> SERVICE MODE.
3. Select MENU SETUP -> ADMIT MENU.
↑ ↓
4. Use the Trim Knob control to select the function of the monitor.
5. Press Trim Knob control to exit.

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CONFIGURATION: Boot Code Selections
Boot Code Selections

Set Defib Sync Voltage and Pulse Width
The monitor controls the analog out signal used to trigger a defibrillator.
Refer to the defibrillator manufacturer’s manual for the required pulse
amplitude and duration.
Use the Boot Code SERVICE MENU to configure or change the

MARKER OUT signal of the DEFIB SYNC connector.
Activate the Boot Code:
1. Hold down NBP Go/Stop and Function.

3. Keep holding NBP Go/Stop and Function until the Boot Code
4. Select SERVICE MENU.
5. Select SET CONFIGURATION menu option.
6. In the Configuration Menu, select:
◆ 1 Defib Sync Voltage: and choose 5V or 12V amplitude.
◆ 2 Defib Sync Pulse Width: and choose 10 ms or 100 ms for pulse
duration.
Set Line Frequency
Use the Boot Code SERVICE MENU to configure or change the monitor
line frequency to 50 or 60 Hz. The default is 60 Hz.

6. Select Line Frequency then choose 50 Hz or 60 Hz line frequency.
Set CIC and QS Protocol
The CIC and QS Protocol default setting is Seg50/51 (Segment 50/51)
and should not be changed. However, future products may require
Hilltop protocol. Use the Boot Code SERVICE MENU to change the CIC
Protocol and QS Protocol.
Set MUSE Protocol

The monitor transmits 12SL and ACI-TIPI data over the Unity Network
to the MUSE and ST Guard. The formats used for this process are
Hilltop and Segment 50/51. Since the Segment 50/51 format does not
support 500 Hz ECG data or ACI-TIPI, records originally stored on the
MUSE in Hilltop format cannot be displayed at the ST Guard.

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Use the Boot Code SERVICE MENU to set the MUSE Protocol. The
default setting is Hilltop.

6. Select MUSE Protocol then choose Hilltop or Seg50/51.
u Hilltop—Sends 12SL records to the MUSE in Hilltop format.
The ST Guard will not be able to retrieve 12SL records stored on
the MUSE, but the 12SL records will contain 500 samples per
second of ECG data.
u Seg50/51—Sends 12SL records to the MUSE in Segment 50/51
format with MAC Rhythm statements. The 12SL records stored
on the MUSE will be in the existing 240 samples per second
format and ST Guard will be able to retrieve them from the
MUSE. ACI-TIPI data will not be available at the MUSE if this
protocol is selected.
Transcutaneous Pace Blank Length
This menu option is reserved for future use and should not be changed.
Set Country Selection

Select DEFAULT or FRANCE to choose a particular set of GE Medical
Systems Information Technologies’ factory defaults.

6. In the Configuration Menu, select Country Selection and choose
language.
Wireless LAN
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6. In the Configuration Menu, select Configure Wireless LAN to Change
SSIDs and Enable/Disable Wireless LAN.
NOTE: Do not change the SSID. Enable the Wireless LAN option if
the monitor has been upgraded to with Wireless LAN.
Set Language
Select Set Language to change the language of the displayed text.
1. Activate the Boot Code.

u Hold down NBP Go/Stop and Function.
u Press and release the Trim Knob control.
u Keep holding NBP Go/Stop and Function until the Boot Code
2. Select the SERVICE MENU.
3. Select the SET CONFIGURATION menu option.
4. Select the SET LANGUAGE menu option.
5. Select the appropriate language.
6. Manually reboot the monitor to display the new language.
Completion
The monitor is now ready for normal operation. At this time, perform the
“Checkout Procedure” found in Chapter 4, Maintenance.

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CONFIGURATION: Advanced User Procedures
Advanced User Procedures

The following procedures are for advanced users only. These procedures
should rarely be used, and only experienced technicians should proceed.
Procedures
The following procedures are discussed later in this chapter.
n Set Time and Date

n Change Software Level
n Change Ethernet Address
n Set Internet Address
n Reviewing Error Logs
n Transferring Error Logs
n Reviewing Event Logs
After completing any of the procedures, it is recommended to perform the
“Checkout Procedure” found in Chapter 3, Maintenance.
Set Time and Date

Change the time only when the system is switched to or from daylight
savings time.
NOTE: When a monitor is first connected to the Unity Network, the

time and date is automatically updated from the network time.
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Loss of patient data history. Changing the time or date settings
may result in the loss of patient data history. If one monitor’s
time or date is changed, all monitors on the network ‘listen’ and
follow suit within 3-5 seconds. Changing the time base of one
monitor may cause some loss of patient data history for all the
monitors on the network.
The following procedure explains how to use the TIME AND DATE
option in the monitor SERVICE MODE menu.
1. Access the TIME AND DATE menu starting from the Main Menu.
Select MORE MENUS -> MONITOR SETUP -> SERVICE MODE.
3. Select SET TIME and use the Trim Knob control to change the time.
The time displays as a 24-hour military clock.
4. Select SET DATE and use the Trim Knob control to change the date.

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Change Software Level
Lower Level
The highest software feature level (7015, 7020, 7025) of the patient
monitor is programmed into the serial EEPROM of the processor PCB.
You may only change the feature level to a lower level than the level
programmed at the factory through the Main Code.
1. Access the SOFTWARE LEVEL option starting from the Main

Menu.Select MORE MENUS -> MONITOR SETUP -> SERVICE
MODE.
3. Select MENU SETUP -> SOFTWARE LEVEL.
4. Use the Trim Knob control to select the software level.
5. Press the Trim Knob control to exit. Your selection displays at the top
of the screen following the time.
Higher Level
If you want to change the software to a higher level, it must be done in
Boot Code using a unique password.
Fax a password request to GE Medical Systems Information

Technologies’ Software Upgrade Coordinator at (414) 362-3250 to obtain
a password. You must provide your product serial number and Ethernet
address. (The Ethernet address displays in the Boot Code banner
information.)
Activate the Boot Code program as follows:

4. Select Service Menu -> Option Menu -> Change Software Level.

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Change Ethernet Address

The Ethernet address is an identification number assigned to each device
on the Unity Network. It must be done in Boot Code using a unique
password only if it has been corrupted. Contact your sales/service
representative and provide them with the serial number and Ethernet
address of the unit to obtain a password.
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Lost Data. Duplication of an Ethernet address on a network will
cause lost data. If you change the factory assigned Ethernet
address, you must first record all other Ethernet addresses used
on your network to avoid duplication.
Activate the Boot Code program as follows:

4. Select Service Menu -> Option Menu -> Change Ethernet Address.
Review Errors
This procedure describes how to review the error logs of a monitor. The
error logs may also be transferred over the network to a central station
and copied onto diskette for further review or sent to GE Medical
Systems Information Technologies’ personnel for review. The
transferring procedure “Copying Error Log Files” is described later in
this chapter.
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This procedure is intended for use by service personnel with
advanced troubleshooting skills.
Some of the information recorded in the error logs is useful for field
troubleshooting. The details included here serve as an introduction to the
error logs and provide basic information about what you can learn from
them.
1. Access REVIEW ERRORS starting from the Main Menu. Select

MORE MENUS -> MONITOR SETUP -> SERVICE MODE.
3. Select REVIEW ERRORS.
The menu provides four error log choices, two for viewing error logs and
two for clearing the error logs.

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View Output/Input Errors

1. Select VIEW OUTPUT ERRORS or VIEW OUTPUT ERRORS to
view one error in the log of errors.
The error log in a monitor holds 50 errors that can be accessed with
the NEXT or PREVIOUS command. The errors display one error at a
time in the upper right corner of the screen. Watch the error number
category to keep track of which error you are viewing.
The VIEW OUTPUT ERRORS provides a list of output software

errors; the VIEW INPUT ERRORS provides a list of input software
errors.
2. To clear all the errors in the error log, select CLEAR OUTPUT
ERRORS or CLEAR INPUT ERRORS menu option. Be aware that
once the clear menu option is executed, all selected errors in memory
are erased.
Useful Error Data

Below is sample error log followed by a description of parameters found
in the error log.
Process Name
The name of the software task that was operating when the event/
problem occurred.

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Error Code
The error log contains more than just operating system errors. Many
events that have an impact upon the system are also entered into the log.
The 700-series of error codes are really system initiated events. Listed
below are some of the event/error codes you might find useful.
Definition of Error Codes
Error Code Description
400-4FF Network errors were detected.
703 Diagnostic tests were completed.
70B Internet address was changed. The network address

for the monitor was changed. This should only be done
by qualified service personnel.
70C Video test was completed. This test should only be

performed by qualified service personnel.
70E Time was changed from this monitor. This helps

determine how the system-wide time may have been
altered.
70F Date was changed from this monitor. This helps

determine how the system-wide date was altered.
710 Incompatible software was detected. If the main

processor software finds that the software operating
on the communication software incompatible, it turns
off the communication (network) controller and enters
this data into the error log. When the monitor won’t
“talk” to the network, looking for this entry in the
error log is one part of the troubleshooting process.
NOTE: The monitor may be referred to as a display or scope in the error

code descriptions.
Severity
Severity is a measure of how the event/error affected the system. There

are three levels of severity.
CONTINUE—the event/error was logged, the task may have or may not
have been finished, but the system was able to go on. Most log entries
will have a severity of CONTINUE.
FATAL—the event/error was such that the task is not able to go on.
Recovery was not possible. This always is followed by a WARM START.
FORCED RESTART—the system was restarted by a known condition

(internet address change, video test, etc).

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Date and Time

The date and time the event/problem occurred.
Error Number
A sequential number that is used to identify each event/problem.
Transferring Error Logs

General
The following procedure describes how to copy the patient monitor and
parameter module error logs and then transfer them to a diskette at the
Centralscope central station. To transfer error files from a Clinical
Information Center (CIC), refer to the GE Medical Systems Information
Technologies’ Prism Information Field Service Manual.
A Centralscope or CIC central station can perform normal patient data

display tasks and act as a remote terminal. The remote terminal function
is useful for retrieving, viewing, and saving error logs from any GE
Medical Systems Information Technologies’ patient monitoring
equipment communicating on the Unity Network. Through a series of
menus, a device such as a monitor, another central station, or parameter
module, can be selected in any Care Unit. Then a device error log for a
particular day may be chosen.
Once the desired error log is selected it can be copied over the network to
a floppy diskette in the central station’s floppy diskette drive. Since the
error logs are text files they can be read into other computers and using
most text editors or word processing applications.
Use the following procedure to transfer error files from a Centralscope

central station.
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This procedure is intended for use by service personnel with
advanced troubleshooting skills. Do not “experiment” with these
commands! The consequences of misuse include loss of patient
data, corruption of the central station operating software, or
disruption of the entire Unity Network.

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Access the COPY LOGS Menu

1. Beginning with the Centralscope central station Main Menu select
CENTRAL SETUP -> SERVICE.
2. Enter password: MEI CS 123
3. Select COPY LOGS. The COPY LOGS menu displays.Select the Care
Unit
1. Select UNIT:
2. Using the Trim Knob control, change the displayed Care Unit name.
When the desired Care Unit name displays, press the Trim Knob
control.
Select the Monitoring Device

1. Select DEVICE:
2. Using the Trim Knob control, change the displayed device name.
Note that only monitoring devices within the previously selected
Care Unit show. When the desired monitoring device name displays,
press the Trim Knob control.
Select the Error Log Date

1. Select DATE:
2. Using the Trim Knob control, change the error log date. Note that
one of the selections is ALL, which retrieves all stored error logs from
the specified device. When the desired date displays, press the Trim
Knob control.

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Copy Error Logs

Once the Care Unit, device, and date have been specified the final step is
to begin copying the error logs to the floppy diskette.
1. Insert a PC-formatted, high-density floppy diskette into the floppy

diskette drive of the central station.
2. Select START COPY. A new display appears that confirms the file
source device.
Using the Trim Knob control, select the desired function. Press the Trim
Knob control to start.
Once the copy function begins the START COPY button changes to show
the function: “copying.”
Eject Floppy
Select this option to eject the floppy diskette from the central station’s
disk drive.

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7 CALIBRATION

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CALIBRATION:
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CALIBRATION: Hardware Calibration
Hardware Calibration
There are NO FIELD ADJUSTMENTS or calibration for the following

hardware components:
• Processor PCB
• DAS PCB
• Power Supply PCB
• Display - color
• Writer Assembly
These adjustments are set and sealed during manufacture of the

component or assembly. Breaking the seal of the adjustments voids the
calibration.

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CALIBRATION: NBP, ECG, BP, and End-tidal CO2 Software Calibration
NBP, ECG, BP, and End-tidal CO2 Software

Calibration
Noninvasive blood pressure (NBP), ECG, Invasive Pressures (BP), and

End-tidal CO2 (optional) require software calibration.
Perform the NBP, ECG, BP, and End-tidal CO2 software calibration
upon receipt of the equipment, every 12 months thereafter, and each
time the unit is opened for service. This ensures the pneumatic circuit
plumbing has not developed any air leaks as a result of disassembly.
NBP Calibration
In General The overall accuracy of noninvasive blood pressure (NBP) readings by
the monitor depend on the following:
• the zero pressure reading, and
• the voltage span of the NBP sensor in the monitor.
This procedure provides a method of verifying these items are accurate

and also checks the NBP pneumatic circuit plumbing for leaks.
The manufacturer recommends performing this procedure upon initially

receiving the monitor, before it is used on a patient, and once each year
thereafter. Also, perform the procedure each time the monitor is opened
for service or repair, simply to verify the NBP pneumatic circuit
plumbing did not develop inadvertent air leaks.
Required Test Equipment The following items are required to successfully complete the NBP
calibration procedure. See “Noninvasive Blood Pressure Tests” on page 4-
30 for setup guidelines.
• Voltmeter,
• Unterminated defib sync cable,
• Manometer (Sensym PDM200M or mercury manometer),
• NBP tube, pn 9461-203,
• NBP cuff, pn 9461-301 (any size works), and
• Something to wrap the NBP cuff around (PVC pipe or coffee can).

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The table below lists items for connecting the NBP tube between the
manometer and NBP cuff:
Description Part Number Qty

NBP cuff coupling 400787-001 1
NBP hose coupling 46100-002 1
NBP tee 4745-101 1
NBP tubing 401582-001 2
WARNING
When the NBP cuff is used in this procedure, it must be
tightly wrapped around a rigid cylinder or pipe. DO NOT
put the NBP cuff around a human arm during the
calibration procedures due to the potential for injury.
Calibration Procedure Using the Trim Knob control, access the SERVICE MODE menu starting
from the MAIN menu.
1. Select MORE MENUS-> MONITOR SETUP-> SERVICE MODE.
3. Select CALIBRATE-> CALIBRATE NBP-> CAL ZERO OFF->
START.
4. The text on the menu item changes from CAL ZERO OFF to CAL
ZERO IN PROGRESS.
When the process is complete, the menu item shows that it is OFF
again.
4
To proceed with the Gain Calibration Test, setup the monitor and test
equipment following the guidelines illustrated in the NBP Checkout
Procedure, Chapter 4, Maintenance.

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Gain Calibration Test 1. Connect a cuff and manometer to the monitor.

2. Turn the digital manometer on and adjust the range switch to 1000
mmHg.
3. Select CAL GAIN OFF-> CAL GAIN OFF-> START.
4. The second line of text on the CAL GAIN menu item changes from
CAL GAIN HOLDING to CAL GAIN INFLATING. The monitor
starts pumping up the pressure bulb or cuff—the audible whirring
sound of the NBP pump motors occurs and an increase in displayed
pressures on both the monitor and the manometer can be observed.
5. The pump shuts off at about 250 mmHg, and the pressure drops
slowly to about 240 mmHg before stabilizing. The second line of text
on the CAL GAIN menu item changes from INFLATING back to
HOLDING. If the pressure continues to drop at a rate of 1 mmHg or
more for every five seconds, there is a leak in the NBP plumbing. If
there is a leak in the NBP plumbing, repair it and restart this
calibration procedure.
6. Select ENTER CAL PRESSURE and use the Trim Knob control to
select a pressure value that is 1 mmHg lower than the current
manometer reading. When the manometer falls to exactly the value
that you selected in the pop-up window, press the Trim Knob control
to enter the value.
7. Select CHECK CAL OFF-> START.
8. The text on the menu item changes from CHECK CAL OFF to
CHECK CAL IN PROGRESS. Verify the pressure readings (shown
as CUFF in the NBP parameter box) on the monitor and manometer
are equal (± 1 mmHg) for at least one full minute.
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9. Select CHECK CAL IN PROGRESS -> STOP. The monitor

automatically releases pneumatic pressure in the entire plumbing
circuit.
9
10. Unplug the monitor from AC power source and remove the test
apparatus from the monitor.
ECG or BP
Calibration
Before you Begin To complete the ECG or BP calibration, you must connect a voltmeter to
the monitor.
1. Attach the analog output cable (pn 2000633-001) to the monitor.
2. Connect a precision voltmeter (such as HP34401A, or equivalent) to
the port pin to be calibrated (ECG pin 7, BP pin 6, and GRND pin 3
or pin 4).
3. Access the monitor’s Service Mode

4. Calibrate the ECG or the BP parameters.
ECG Calibration Using the Trim Knob control, access the SERVICE MODE menu starting
from the MAIN menu.

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3. Select CALIBRATE-> CAL ECG ANALOG OUT-> SET ECG LOW.
Adjust the count for –9.0 volts on the meter and press the Trim Knob
control.
4. Select SET ECG HIGH.
control.
5. Select SET ECG ZERO.
Adjust the count for 0.0 volts on the meter and press the Trim Knob
control.
6. Select CONFIRM ECG CAL to confirm or abort the calibration
BP Calibration Using the Trim Knob control, access the SERVICE MODE menu starting
from the MAIN menu.
3. Select CALIBRATE-> CAL BP ANALOG OUT-> SET BP LOW.
control.
4. Select SET BP HIGH.
control.
5. Select SET BP ZERO.
Adjust the count for 0.0 volts on the meter and press the Trim Knob
control.
6. Select CONFIRM BP CAL to confirm or abort the calibration
End-tidal CO2 To calibrate the End-tidal CO2, see the CO2 chapter in the monitor’s
operator manual.
Calibration

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8 FIELD REPLACEABLE UNITS
AND UPGRADES
NOTE: Field replaceable units (FRU’s) are available for some

assemblies. See Chapter 9, Assembly Drawings, for part
numbers.

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FIELD REPLACEABLE UNITS AND UPGRADES: Disassembly Guidelines
Disassembly Guidelines
Tools Required A standard set of hand tools is required for disassembly and assembly.
Before Disassembly Before you disassemble the monitor, you should ALWAYS:
• Remove AC power.
• Remove both batteries.
• Provide appropriate electrostatic discharge protection to prevent
damaging the monitor.
• Be aware that the nonspecific disassembly instructions apply to all
Dash monitors supported by this service manual. Disassembly for
specific models of the Dash monitor are identified when required.
Hardware When disassembling the monitor, observe the following guidelines:
Assemblies • Remove the handle assembly, then remove the display assembly to
access the field replaceable or upgradeable components of the display
assembly and the main unit.
• Note the positions of wires, cables, and different sized screws;
marking them if necessary to ensure they are replaced correctly.
• Save and set aside all hardware for re-assembly.
PCB Assemblies
Electrostatic Discharge All external connector inputs and outputs of the monitor are designed
with protection from ESD damage. However, if the monitor requires
(ESD) Precautions service, exposed components and assemblies contained within are
susceptible to ESD damage. This includes human hands, non-ESD
protected work stations and/or improperly grounded test equipment.
The following guidelines help make a service workstation more resistant

to the ESD damage:
• Discharge any static charge you may have built up before handling
semiconductors or assemblies containing semiconductors.
• A grounded, antistatic wristband (3M part number 2046 or

equivalent) or heel strap should be worn at all times while handling
or repairing assemblies containing semiconductors.
• Use properly grounded soldering and test equipment.
• Use a static-free work surface (3M part number 8210 or equivalent)

while handling or working on assemblies containing semiconductors.
• DO NOT remove semiconductors or assemblies containing

semiconductors from antistatic containers (Velo-stat bags) until
absolutely necessary.
• Make sure power to an assembly is turned off before removing or

inserting a semiconductor.

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• DO NOT slide semiconductors or electrical/electronic assemblies

across any surface.
• DO NOT touch semiconductor leads unless absolutely necessary.
• Semiconductors and electrical/electronic assemblies should be stored

only in antistatic bags or boxes.
• Handle all PCB assemblies by their edges.
These guidelines may not guaranty a 100% static-free workstation, but

can greatly reduce the potential for failure of any electrical/electronic
assemblies being serviced.

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After Reassembly After reassembling the monitor, ALWAYS complete the calibration tests,
checkout procedures, electrical safety tests, and regular maintenance
procedures identified and described in this manual.
Recommended Calibration, Electrical Safety Tests, and Checkout Procedures

Replacement Calibration Checkout Procedures Electrical Safety Tests
or Upgrade Tests
Procedure
Alarm Light None • “Monitor Power-up Tests” on • “Ground (Earth) Integrity” on

Option page 4-18. page 4-10.
Backlight • “Display Test” on page 4-36. • “Ground (Earth) Wire Leakage
Inverter PCB Current Tests” on page 4-11.
• “5 Lead ECG Test” on
page 4-19. Complete Steps • “Enclosure Leakage Current Test”
“1.” through “4.” on page 4-13.
Speaker None Complete ALL the Checkout • “Patient (Source) Leakage Current
Procedures identified in Chapter Test” on page 4-14.
4, Maintenance. • “Patient (Sink) Leakage Current
Keypad None • “Monitor Power-up Tests” on Test (Mains Voltage on the Applied
Assembly page 4-18. Part)” on page 4-15.
LCD Color • “Display Test” on page 4-36.

Display
DAS NBP on • “ECG Tests” on page 4-19.
Assembly page 7-4.
• “Respiration Tests” on
page 4-22.
• “Temperature Tests” on
page 4-23.
• “Cardiac Output Tests” on
page 4-24.
• “Invasive Blood Pressure
Tests” on page 4-26.
• “Pulse Oximetry Tests” on
page 4-28.
• “Noninvasive Blood Pressure
Tests” on page 4-30.
• See the CO2 chapter in the
monitor’s operator manual
to checkout the End-tidal
CO2.
NBP NBP on • “Noninvasive Blood Pressure

Assembly page 7-4. Tests” on page 4-30.

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Recommended Calibration, Electrical Safety Tests, and Checkout Procedures

Replacement Calibration Checkout Procedures Electrical Safety Tests
or Upgrade Tests
Procedure
RF LAN None • “Monitor Power-up Tests” on • “Ground (Earth) Integrity” on

Option page 4-18. page 4-10.
• “Network Test” on page 4- • “Ground (Earth) Wire Leakage
36. Current Tests” on page 4-11.
• “RF LAN Test (option)” on • “Enclosure Leakage Current Test”
page 4-36. on page 4-13.
Power Supply None • “Monitor Power-up Tests” on • “Patient (Source) Leakage Current
Assembly page 4-18. Test” on page 4-14.
• “Battery Tests” on page 4-35. • “Patient (Sink) Leakage Current

Test (Mains Voltage on the Applied
Processor/ ECG and • “Monitor Power-up Tests” on Part)” on page 4-15.
Power BP on page 4-18.
Management page 7-7.
• “Analog Output and
Defibrillator
Synchronization Tests” on
page 4-32.
• “Battery Tests” on page 4-35.
• “Graph Test” on page 4-35.
• “Graph Speed Test” on
page 4-35.
• “Display Test” on page 4-36.
• “Speaker Test” on page 4-36.
• “Network Test” on page 4-
36.
• “RF LAN Test (option)” on
page 4-36.
• “RAC 2A Module Housing
Test” on page 4-37.
Writer None • “Monitor Power-up Tests” on

(Recorder) page 4-18.
• “Graph Test” on page 4-35.
• “Graph Speed Test” on
page 4-35.

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FIELD REPLACEABLE UNITS AND UPGRADES: Handle Assembly
Handle Assembly
NOTE
The alarm light is an option and may not be on your
monitor.
Removing the • Remove the two screws holding the handle to the monitor. Take care
not to strain the cables if your monitor has the optional alarm light.
Handle Assembly

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FIELD REPLACEABLE UNITS AND UPGRADES: Handle Assembly
Replacing or 1. Remove the two screws holding the handle together.
Upgrading the Dash

3000 Alarm Light
Option
2. Complete the following steps identified for your service procedure.
Alarm Light Replacement Alarm Light Upgrade (FRU)

a. Remove the clear plastic a. Remove the blank plastic
cover. cover.
b. Disconnect the Alarm Light b. Insert the Alarm Light
cable harness from the PCB.
Alarm Light PCB.
c. Replace the defective
Alarm Light PCB.
3. Connect the Alarm Light cable harness to the Alarm Light PCB and
route the cables as shown.
4. Replace the clear plastic cover and reassemble the handle.

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FIELD REPLACEABLE UNITS AND UPGRADES: Display Assembly Components
Display Assembly Components
Removing the This procedure allows you to access the field replaceable or upgradeable
components of the monitor’s display assembly and the main unit.
Display Assembly
1. Remove the handle assembly from the monitor. See “Removing the
from the Main Unit Handle Assembly” on page 8-7.
2. Place the monitor face down on a non-abrasive, static-free surface.
Make sure the Trim Knob control hangs off the edge of the surface to
avoid damage.
3. Remove the four screws to separate the display assembly from the
main unit.
One screw on the left side of the

unit...
one screw on the right side of

the unit...
...and two screws on the

bottom of the unit.

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4. Remove the two screws attaching the flex circuit to the main unit’s
processor/power management PCB. Remove the flex connector by
pulling on the flex connector strain relief.
two screws
5. Remove the DAS connector by lifting the snap latch and tabs.
latch
tabs
6. Place the display assembly face down on a non-static, non-abrasive

surface. Make sure the Trim Knob control hangs off the edge of the
surface to avoid damage

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7. Complete the following steps for the monitor you are servicing.
Dash 3000 Dash 3000

Dash 4000
with color display flex circuit with display shield flex circuit
Remove the flex circuit and the Separate the monitor bezel from Separate the front bezel from the
display brackets. the LCD display. transition bezel.
a. Remove the three screws and a. Remove the four screws a. Remove the six screws from
nylon washers holding the holding the display shield to the back of the transition
flex circuit to the back of the the LCD display and the two bezel.
display bracket. screws holding the display six screws
Use a flat-head screw driver shield to the monitor bezel.
to unlock the latch and
disconnect the flex circuit four larger screws
from the key pad assembly. two smaller screws
Disconnect the cable harness
from the Display Flex.
latch
b. Open the two halves of the

display bezel.
c. Disconnect the front panel
PCB flex cable from the key
cable harness three screws
pad assembly.
b. Remove the two screws b. Remove the display assembly
holding the metal isolator from the monitor bezel. flex cable
bracket to the display bezel. c. Pull the LCD display isolator
out of the way. Disconnect the
LCD display cable.
LCD display cable
two screws
c. Shift the metal isolator d. Disconnect the LCD display
bracket to access the flex cable from the backlight
circuit display connection. inverter PCB.
Lift up the rubber flap over
the flex circuit where it LCD display cable
connects to the display and
remove the connection.
d. Remove the flex circuit from
the display bracket.
e. Remove the metal isolator
bracket from the display
bezel.

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8. Replace or upgrade the display assembly components. See the

following sections to service your monitor.
• “Replacing the Backlight Inverter PCB” on page 8-13.
• “Replacing the Key Pad Assembly” on page 8-14.
• “Replacing the LCD Color Display” on page 8-15.
• “Replacing or Upgrading the Dash 4000 Alarm Light Option” on
page 8-16.
• “Replacing the Dash 4000 Front Panel PCB” on page 8-17.

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Replacing the
Backlight Inverter
PCB Complete the following steps for the monitor you are servicing.
Dash 3000 Dash 3000

Dash 4000
1. Remove the handle assembly. See page 8-7.

2. Remove the display assembly from the main unit. See page 8-9.
3. Remove and replace the backlight inverter. Follow the steps for the monitor you are servicing.
a. Disconnect the two backlight a. Flip over the display shield a. Remove the LCD color
cables. Remove the two nuts flex circuit. Remove the male display. See page 8-15.
anchoring the backlight end of the two snap rivets. b. Disconnect the backlight
inverter PCB to the backlight cable. Remove the two screws
assembly. plastic snap rivets (male end)
anchoring the backlight
inverter PCB to the front
CAUTION panel PCB.
Be careful when backlight cable two screws
removing the nuts
that you do not make
contact with the
board components.
These components
may crack or break
off and make the PCB
useless.
b. Flip over the display shield
flex circuit. Disconnect the
two nuts display shield cable from the c. Replace the defective
backlight inverter PCB. backlight inverter PCB.
plastic snap rivets (female end)
two cables
b. Replace the defective

backlight inverter PCB and display shield cable
inspect the insulator inverter
for pinholes. Prepare the c. Use a screw driver to remove
insulator if required. the female end of the two
c. To reduce future backlight snap rivets. Do not re-use
failures, use a defect-free these rivets.
insulator and use nylon d. Replace the defective
washers (one each) between backlight inverter PCB.
the insulator inverter and the
backlight inverter PCB.
4. Reassemble the display assembly.

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Replacing the Key

Pad Assembly Complete the following steps for the monitor you are servicing.
Dash 3000 Dash 3000

Dash 4000

3. Remove the display assembly 3. Go to step “4.” 3. Go to step “4.”

from the display bezel.
4. Remove the rubber knob from the Trim Knob control shaft.
5. Use an 11mm wrench or nutdriver to remove the nut holding the Trim Knob control’s shaft to the
display bezel.
6. Remove the three screws holding the key pad assembly to the 6. Remove the five screws
display bezel. holding the key pad assembly
three screws to the front bezel.
Keypad Assembly FRU

five screws
7. Place the new key pad assembly in the display bezel. Make sure the washer tab fits in the retaining
slot of the Trim Knob control’s shaft and replace the 11mm nut.
8. Fasten the new key pad with the screws removed earlier.

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Replacing the LCD

Color Display Complete the following steps for the monitor you are servicing.
Dash 3000 Dash 3000

Dash 4000

3. Remove the LCD display. Follow the steps for the monitor you are servicing.
a. Remove the display assembly a. Peel back and remove the a. Remove the four screws
from the display bezel. rubber display isolator from anchoring the display to the
around the display. display brackets.
four screws
b. Peel back and remove the

rubber display isolator from
around the display.
b. Disconnect the LCD display

PCB cable from the back of
the display. Disconnect the
backlight inverter PCB cable
from the backlight inverter.
two cables
c. Disconnect the two backlight
cables.
two cables
d. Remove the four nuts

anchoring the display ground
plate to the LCD display.
four
nuts
4. Replace the defective LCD display and reassemble the display assembly.

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Replacing or You must disassemble most of the display assembly to replace or upgrade
the alarm light option.
Upgrading the Dash
4000 Alarm Light
Option
3. Remove the LCD color display. See step “3.” on page 8-15.
4. Complete the following steps identified for your service procedure.
Alarm Light Replacement Alarm Light Upgrade (FRU)
a. Remove the clear plastic a. Remove the blank plastic

cover. cover.
b. Disconnect the Alarm Light b. Insert the Alarm Light
cable from the front panel PCB into the slot.
connector. c. Connect the Alarm Light
c. Replace the defective cable to the front panel
Alarm Light PCB. connector.
alarm light PCB
alarm light cable
5. Replace the clear plastic cover and reassemble the display assembly.

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Replacing the Dash You must disassemble the entire display assembly to replace the front
panel PCB.
4000 Front Panel
PCB
3. Remove the LCD color display. See step “3.” on page 8-15.
4. Remove the backlight inverter PCB. See step “3.” on page 8-13.
5. Disconnect the Alarm Light cable from the front panel PCB. See step
“4.” on page 8-16.
6. Remove the four screws anchoring the front panel PCB to the rear
display mounting brackets. Remove the two screws anchoring the
front panel PCB to the transition bezel.
four larger screws
two smaller screws
7. Replace the defective front panel PCB.


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FIELD REPLACEABLE UNITS AND UPGRADES: Main Unit Components
Main Unit Components
DAS and NBP 1. Remove the four screws anchoring the Data Acquisition System
(DAS) assembly in place.
Assemblies
CAUTION
Carefully remove the DAS assembly so that you do not
hit the components on the processor/power management
PCB.
DAS assembly screws
2. Remove the DAS assembly by first pulling the left side out 1/4-inch,
then sliding the whole assembly out of the monitor. Use needle nose
pliers to remove both coax connectors from the PC card.
If you need to replace the main assembly, the power supply

assembly, and/or the speaker, go to “Main and/or Power Supply
Assemblies, Speaker” later in this chapter.

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3. Remove the four screws and remove the NBP assembly from the
cover of the DAS assembly.
4. Remove the tube going into the NBP assembly.
Screws holding the NBP PCB to the DAS assembly.
Tube going to the NBP assembly.
5. Using a small, flat-blade screwdriver, remove the connector from the

NBP assembly to the DAS assembly.
DAS Assembly
FRU
NBP Assembly
FRU

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6. If you need to replace the DAS assembly, attach the NBP

assembly to the new DAS assembly.
If you need to replace the NBP assembly, attach the new NBP
assembly to your unit’s DAS assembly.
7. Reassemble the DAS and NBP assemblies. Make sure you do not
forget:
• the four mounting screws,
• the tube connection, and
• the flex connector.
Reassemble the monitor in reverse order.

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Main and/or Power 1. If your unit has the writer option, remove the writer by
unscrewing the two captive screws inside the writer.
Supply Assemblies,
Speaker or RF LAN CAUTION
Upgrade Make sure you approach the screw from below the top bar
on the paper roll holder so that you do not damage the
unit.
2. Unscrew the thumb screw anchoring the writer cable to the main
assembly and disconnect the flex cable from the processor/power
management PCB.
Thumb
3. Remove the speaker harness and the optional alarm light cable
harness from the top of the writer board.
4. Remove the handle of the monitor and set aside.

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5. Remove the writer bracket from the frame.
6. If you need to replace the speaker, go to “Speaker.”
Processor/Power Follow these steps to replace the processor/power management PCB and
Battery assembly.
Management PCB
1. Remove the three screws anchoring the battery door assembly to the
and Battery rear housing. Remove the battery door assembly.
Assembly
Screws holding battery door.
Battery Assembly FRU

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2. Remove the four panhead screws anchoring the processor/power

management assembly to the frame. These screws are attached at
the bottom of the unit.
3. Carefully pull the main assembly from the unit.
4. If you need to replace the power supply, go to “Power Supply

Assembly.”
5. If you are upgrading with RF LAN, go to “RF LAN Upgrade.”
6. Remove the plastic connector panel from the three connectors at the
back of the processor/power management PCB. Install this panel on
the new processor/power management PCB before you slide the new
assembly into the rear housing.
Plastic Connector Panel
7. Install the new assembly in the unit.

8. Reassemble in reverse order.

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Power Supply To replace the power supply assembly, follow these steps.
Assembly 1. While holding the power supply assembly with one hand, remove the
four screws from the back of the unit.
2. Remove the assembly from the unit.
3. Align the tab on the power supply mounting bracket with the slot in
the rear housing and install the new assembly in the unit. Fasten the
assembly to the rear housing with the screws you removed earlier.
Slot
Tab

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Speaker To replace the speaker, follow these steps.

1. Remove the four screws anchoring the speaker to the frame. Remove
the speaker from the unit.
2. Install the new speaker in the unit with the cable harness positioned
at the top (as shown above). Fasten the speaker with the four screws.

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RF LAN Upgrade 1. Remove seven (M3 x 6L) screws from the Processor Power
management PCB.
Instructions
1 2 3
4 5 6 7
2. Remove the two (M4 x 10L) screws holding on the Expansion

connector housing.
1 2
3. Pull out the Expansion connector housing.

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4. Flip over the Processor/Power Management PCB to expose the

backside of the PCB.
5. Remove the four (M2 x 12L) screws that hold on the PC card socket to
the Processor/Power Management PCB. Be careful not to drop the
four (M2) nuts captured in the PC card socket when removing these
screws. Pull the screws out of the PCB and set aside.
1 2
3 4

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6. Flip over the PCB and remove the PC Card socket from the edge
connector.
7. With the PC Card socket removed, place the HEX (M2) nuts back
into the PC Card socket (if they fell out earlier). Slide the RF LAN
shield around the PC Card socket. Use care not to bump the nuts out
of their position.
8. Be sure to have the RF shield in place so the holes line up on the

underside. The HEX nuts are captured in the PC Card socket and are
held into place by the shield.

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9. Install the PC Card socket with the attached RF LAN shield into the
card edge connector on the PCB.
10. Flip over the PCB again. With the PC Card socket in place, install
the four screws and tighten.
11. Install the seven screws from Step 1. Note: Do not place a screw next
to J7.
12. Apply the supplied regulatory label below the Symbol PC Card’s
existing label. See the RF LAN kit for the label.
13. Install Symbol PC Card. Note: Clip to hold card in place.
14. Install Expansion connector housing as done in Steps 2 and 3.

15. Install Panel connector back onto the back of the Processor/Power

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Management PCB before you slide the assembly back into the
monitor’s housing.
16. Slide the Processor/Power Management assembly back into the

monitor’s housing.
17. Install the four panhead screws.

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18. Re-install the battery door Assembly.
19. Install writer bracket in place. Connect the speaker cable to the
writer flex circuit. Connect the writer flex to J7 on the Processor/
Power Management PCB and secure it with the thumbscrew.

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20. Install writer (if equipped) or blank plate. (Writer option shown
here.)
21. Disassemble the handle assembly by removing top two screws.

22. Install the RF LAN antennas as shown into the plastic groves. The
antenna could be held in place with adhesive or sticky tape to help
aid in reassembly of the handle.
23. Reassemble the handle with the top two screws. Route cables out the
bottom of the handle as shown as to not pinch antennas between the
handle halves.

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24. Route cables into the monitor’s housing as shown. Connect the alarm
cable to the writer bracket.
25. Reinstall DAS assembly. When installing the DAS assembly, it is

critical not to pinch the coax’s or alarm light cable. Route alarm light
cable behind the DAS and off to the side of the upper left mounting
screws as shown in the picture below. Use four screws (M3 x 12L
with washers) to mount the DAS.
26. Use needle nose pliers to snap the two coax connectors into the
Symbol PC card. Route coaxes per the picture. Note that the left coax
is routed above the RF LAN shield retaining clip.
27. Reinstall Display assembly. Use two (M3 x6L) screws to mount the
flex to the Processor/Power management PCB.

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28. Reconnect the display flex to the DAS assembly. During assembly,
verify the RF LAN coaxes are not pinched between the front bezel
assembly and the rear housing.
29. Reattach the display assembly to the monitor’s rear housing. It is

helpful to lay the monitor face down on a non-abrasive, static-free
surface. Make sure the Trim Knob control hangs over the edge of the
surface to prevent damage.
• Top screws are M4 x 28L
• Side screws are M4 x 16L
• Bottom screws are M4 x 25L
30. Adhere RF LAN label to the rear of the monitor as shown.
Place RF LAN label here.
31. Reinstall the batteries and plug into AC power and verify that
Wireless LAN is enabled.

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Verify Wireless LAN is Confirm the configuration of the optional Wireless LAN.
Enabled Activate the Boot Code:
4. Select SERVICE MENU -> SET CONFIGURATION.
5. In the Configuration Menu, select Configure Wireless LAN.
6. Select Set SSID to factory default.
7. Verify Wireless LAN is Enable.
8. Select Exit -> Exit. Reboot the monitor (press and release NBP Go/
Stop, Function and the Trim Knob control.
Verify the Wireless LAN 1. Select MORE MENU -> MONITOR SETUP -> REVISION AND ID.
ID Number 2. Select Next -> Next.
3. Verify that WIRELESS LAN ID is showing US 02 V4.63 xxxxxx. If no
ID is displayed,
• recheck the setup in the Boat Loader menu, or
• check if the Symbol PC card is installed correctly
Verify Wireless LAN 1. Connect a Symbol Access Point with AC power and a Unity MC
Network node. Refer to the Wireless LAN (Symbol Access Point)
Communications Installation and Service Manual. Power up the access point
2. Disconnect the Ethernet line from the back of the monitor then
connect a patient simulator to display ECG waveforms on the
monitor’s display. Verify the unit name matches the unit name at the
central station. Admit the patient at the monitor.
3. Verify waveforms are displayed at the central station for the
monitor.
4. Connect the Ethernet jack to the back of the monitor. Verify that no
more than three seconds of drop out occurs at the central station
during the network switch over.
5. With the monitor now operating on the Ethernet connection,
disconnect the Ethernet jack from the back of the monitor and verify
that no more than three seconds of drop out occurs at the central
station during the network switch over.
6. Place the simulator into a Crisis alarm and verify the audio on the
speaker is functional and that the Alarm Light (if installed) is
flashing RED when in alarm.
7. Discharge test patient and remove all cables. End of test.

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FIELD REPLACEABLE UNITS AND UPGRADES: Optional DDW Writer Replacement/Upgrade
Optional DDW Writer Replacement/Upgrade
Replacement NOTE: You do not need to disassemble the monitor to replace or

upgrade the optional printer.
1. Remove the writer by unscrewing the two captive screws inside the
writer.
CAUTION
Make sure you approach the screw from below the top bar
on the paper roll holder so that you do not damage the
unit.
2-Inch Writer Assembly FRU
2. Remove the writer from the unit.

3. Insert the new writer into the rear housing to engage with the blind
mate connector.
4. Secure the writer with the two captive screws inside the writer.
NOTE: Perform the Graph Test in chapter four, Maintenance.
Upgrade If upgrading the monitor to add a writer, pry off the blank cover with a
flat blade screw driver. The cover may crack or break when removing.
Once the cover is removed it can be discarded. Proceed with steps 3 and 4
above.

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9 ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS

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ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS:
For your notes

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ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS: Introduction
Introduction
Included in this section is the Theory of Operation along with a complete

set of engineering assembly drawings for monitors configured with the
TFT color display. These drawings provide reference for components of
the monitor in the form of mechanical and electrical diagrams.
The assembly drawings for all of the monitors configurations are broken
down as follows:
Electrical diagrams — These diagrams provide a reference to

electrical assemblies in the monitors.
Packing materials — These diagrams provide reference to the

manufacturer shipping container used for the monitors.
Exploded views — These diagrams provide reference to the individual

parts used in the monitors.
Parts Lists — These lists provide part number and descriptive cross-
reference to all parts and subassemblies found in each of the
drawings.
Port Connections — These photos and tables provide signal

information for the various connectors on the monitors.

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ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS: Theory Of Operation
Theory Of Operation
General Monitor The monitor is a portable patient monitor manufactured in various fixed
configurations:
Block Theory
• 3/5/10-leadwire ECG,
• respiration,
• pulse oximetry,
• NBP, and
• two temperatures are standard on all models;
• 12SL,
• BP,
• CO, and
• CO2 are software options.
The “7015” software feature level provides the base feature set;
additional software options are provided by the “7020” and “7025”
feature levels. Options are configured at the time the monitor is
manufactured. The monitor comes with a color active-matrix display.
Other hardware options include thermal printer and an alarm light.
Software options can be upgraded in the field by use of a password
unique to each monitor and feature.
Unity Network (twisted-pair Ethernet), Aux (async serial communication

channel), and defibrillator synchronization/analog output interfaces are
standard on all monitors.
Many languages are bundled into one software package and selected in
the boot menu. You must install Asian languages separately.
To obtain a more detailed theory of operation, attend one of the formal

technical training classes. Regularly scheduled technical training classes
are held throughout the year at the GE Medical Systems Information
Technologies’ training facility located in Jupiter, Florida. If warranted,
technical training classes can be scheduled at customer sites or other
locations in the field as well.

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Components The monitor is housed in a single package. The main components of the
assembly are:
• User Interface,
• Power Supply,
• Data Acquisition System,
• Processor/Power Management subsystem (including battery case and
expansion connector),
• Speaker,
• Handle subassembly (including the Alarm Light option), and
• Thermal Printer (optional).
Overall Monitor
Block Diagram

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User Interface The User Interface consists of a flat panel display and the keypad
assembly which consists of a Trim Knob, five function keys, and four
LED indicators. (Additional indicators are contained in the Processor/
Power Management subsystem.)
Flat Panel Display The active-matrix color liquid crystal display (LCD) is assembled into a
shock absorbing isolator that fits within the monitor’s front bezel to
protect the display from mechanical shock during use.
The acrylic optical filter protects the display panel from impact and
enhances visibility with its non-glare surface coating on the viewing side
of the filter. It also has a scratch-resistance surface coating.
Trim Knob Control The Trim Knob control is a 24-position rotary control with a push
selection switch.
Power Key The monitor is powered at all times when it is plugged into AC power.
When the monitor is not plugged in to AC power, this key turns the
monitor On and Off.
When AC power is present, this key toggles the operational mode of the
monitor between normal operation and stand-by mode. In standby mode
patient monitoring discontinues. Only the charging function continues
and the charging status indicators operate as described below.
Function Keys Fixed Keys

Three fixed function keys are provided for Graph Go/Stop, NBP Go/
Stop, and Silence Alarm.
Programmable Key
The Function key is the only programmable key. This key is provided
for the user to assign a frequently used function of the monitor.
Currently this key only performs the “Zero All” function.

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Indicators While the monitor powers up or changes between normal mode and
standby mode, all four front panel indicators illuminate.
AC Power Indicator
The indicator illuminates green when AC mains power is applied to the
monitor (including when the monitor is in the standby mode). The
indicator does not illuminate when the monitor is not powered by AC
mains power.
Battery Power Indicator

The indicator illuminates yellow when the monitor is operating on
battery power. The indicator does not illuminate when the monitor is not
battery powered.
Charging Status Indicators

The following table explains what the Charging Status indicators mean.
LED Color Explanation:

Yellow Two battery icons, labeled Charging Status A and B,
illuminate yellow when the respective battery is being
charged. If both batteries are present and require
charging, then both icons illuminate yellow even
though they charge sequentially.
Green The icon illuminates green when the respective
battery is fully charged.
No Light The icon does not illuminate under the following
conditions:
• The respective battery is not installed.
• The monitor is operating on battery power.
• A failure condition has been detected for the
respective battery.
“Battery In Use” Indicators

The “Battery In Use” indicator (inside the battery door) illuminates
green when the monitor is receiving power solely from the respective
battery. The indicators do not illuminate when the monitor is not battery
powered.
Neither indicator illuminates when the monitor is operating from both

batteries simultaneously (i.e., in a very low battery charge condition
when both batteries are joined together in order to sustain operation of
the monitor).

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Power Supply The subsystems within the monitor operate from a common 9 to 18 V
power bus. Due to the wide variety of voltages required by the various
subsystems, power is converted locally by each subsystem. This
architecture results in an efficient and compact system by reducing the
number of conversions required and optimizing the physical size of each
converter for the specific application.
When operating on AC mains power, the power bus voltage is 18 V,

generated by the offline switching power supply.
No AC mains power switch is provided.
The line voltage range switch must be set to select 115 V or 230 V (90 to
132 VAC or 190 to 264 VAC, respectively).
Data Acquisition All interfaces to the patient occur through the DAS. The ECG function
uses a direct connection to the patient; therefore it is separately isolated
System (DAS) from the other functions (except respiration, which shares the ECG
patient interface) to substantially eliminate coupling of noise and
leakage currents to/from other functions. All remaining DAS functions
(i.e., pulse oximetry, NBP, invasive pressure, temperature, cardiac
output, and CO2) share a common isolation barrier.

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+V_PUMP
Revision A
TRANSDUCER PUMP_DRV
+12V SIGNAL +12V_VALVE
DEFIB PROTECTION MODULE -- 414639-002 DC-DC DC-DC CONDITIONING VALVE1_DRV
-12V CONVERTER CONVERTER +9-18V
+5V SECONDARY PRIMARY VALVE0_DRV
VREF CIRCUITRY CIRCUITRY +5V
RESPIRATION
GND
11 PIN 68HSC05 7.3728
COUPLING CAP NBP PRESSURE
MHz
Block Diagram
ECG INTERFACE
MUX & A/D
INPUT ASIC
PS FEEDBACK NBP
CONNECTOR COUPLER INTERFACE
RESPIRATION DEMODULATOR -- 400871-001
TO PUMP,VALVES &
RESPIRATION CARRIER -- 400870-001 OVERPRESSURE
7.5KV SPARK GAP TRANSDUCER
ECG PREAMP (I,II,III,V/V1) -- 400869-004
ECG PREAMP II (V2-V6) -- 401790-001 TRANSCUTANEOUS

PACE DETECT (I,II,III,V/V1,V2-V6)-- 800982-001 PACE - BLANKING
CONTROL
PACE REJECT (I,II,III,V/V1) -- 401786-001
H0
PACE REJECT (V2-V6) -- 401786-001 GENERAL H1
DIGITAL DATA
PURPOSE H2
FINAL AMP (I,II,III,V/V1) -- 401787-001 COUPLERS 8-BIT H3
HOST
FINAL AMP (V2-V6) -- 401787-001 INTERFACE
H4
H5
H6
H7
ISOLATION BARRIER ISOLATION BARRIER ISOLATION BARRIER
+9-18V HA0
HA1
DUAL TEMP/ TEMP CH1 -- 401788-004 HA2
CARDIAC HRD*
TEMP CH2 -- 402100-004 +12V DC-DC DC-DC
OUTPUT CONVERTER HWR*
-12V CONVERTER
DUAL INVASIVE BP -- 801384-001 SECONDARY PRIMARY
+5.5V HCS*
CIRCUITRY CIRCUITRY
INV BP1 PULSE-OXIMETRY -- 801368-001
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HOST_DMA_REQ*
LDO ACQ_TIMER_IRQ*
NON-INVASIVE BP -- 404303-001 REG
TC_PACER_BLANK*
INV BP2
+5V PWR_ENABLE*
(TO DIGITAL
NBP CUFF CIRCUITRY) PS FEEDBACK SERIAL _DATA_IN
Dash 3000/4000 Patient Monitor

PRESSURE SENSOR COUPLER
SpO2 SERIAL_DATA_OUT
BAROMETRIC NBP_ENABLE
PRESSURE (MOUNTED ON RESET*
NBP 801368-001 HYBRID)
SENSOR DAS_ID0
RESET IC DAS_ID1
CO2 SIGNAL PROCESSING & BARO PRESS -- 801368-001
BARRIER
+3.3V
ISOLATION
CO2 IR SOURCE DRIVE / HEATER CONTROL -- 801370-001 +3.3V

ETCO2
Serial +5V
E2PROM +5V
4K x 8
38.4 22.1184 +9-18V
VREF KHz MHz 7.5KV SPARK GAP +9-18V
FLASH +9-18V
MOTOROLA 128K x 16 +9-18V
BLOCK DIAGRAM MUX & A/D 68332 GND
GND
801422-001 DIGITAL DATA
GND
CO2 COUPLERS
DASH 3000 DATA SRAM GND
CONTROL
LOGIC 128K x 8 GND
ACQUISITION GND
GND
GND
9-9
ECG The ECG function detects heartbeats and arrhythmias, measures heart
rate (HR) and ST segment deviation, and generates a 12SL diagnostic
interpretation. Patient alarms with adjustable high and low limits for
HR and ST segment deviation are provided. Additional patient alarms
are provided for arrhythmias and PVCs. System alarms for individual
lead failure and all leads failure are provided.
The monitor accepts the green 3, 5, and 10-leadwire Multi-link ECG

connectors (compatible with Eagle 3000 monitor, Eagle 4000 monitor,
and Tram modules).
Respiration The respiration function measures respiration rate (RR) and detects
apnea through the ECG leadwires using the impedance variation
technique. Patient alarms for RR (with adjustable high and low limits)
and apnea (with adjustable time limit) are provided. System alarms for
lead failure, cardiac artifact, and learning are provided.
Pulse Oximetry (SpO2) The pulse oximetry function measures arterial oxygen saturation (SpO2)
and peripheral pulse rate (PPR). Patient alarms with adjustable high
and low limits for SpO2 and PPR are provided. System alarms for probe
off patient, low-quality signal, and pulse search are provided.
The monitor accepts the blue color-coded pulse oximetry connector

(compatible with Eagle 3000 monitor, Eagle 4000 monitor, and the Tram
x50-series modules). The monitor supports GE Medical Systems
Information Technologies’ and Nellcor probes. The probe type is
determined by identification signals in the probe adapter cable.
Non-Invasive Blood The NBP function measures systolic pressure, diastolic pressure, mean
pressure, and heart rate. Patient alarms with adjustable high and low
Pressure limits for systolic, diastolic, and mean pressures are provided. System
alarms for deflation failure, inflation failure, maximum pressure
exceeded, measurement time exceeded, pulse too weak, hardware
malfunction, and system pressure leak are provided.
The NBP function operates in manual, auto, and stat measurement

modes. The monitor has backup protections for magnitude and duration
of applied cuff pressure (with different settings in adult and neonatal
modes).
The monitor accepts the rectangular NBP connector (compatible with the
Eagle 3000 monitor and some versions of the Tram module).

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Invasive Pressure The invasive pressure function measures two blood pressures and
calculates systolic pressure, diastolic pressure, mean pressure, and
pulsatile pressure rate where applicable. Patient alarms with adjustable
high and low limits for systolic pressure, diastolic pressure, mean
pressure, and pulse rate are provided for each channel. System alarms
for sensor status (failure and disconnected), Smart BP event (artifact),
zeroing status (not zeroed, failure, and pressure sensed), and PA Wedge
status (wait, inflate, processing, complete, and no pulse) are provided.
The user can set an adjustable low-pass filter to 12 or 40 Hz. The 12 Hz

filter is implemented in software; the filter is disabled at the 40 Hz
setting.
The monitor accepts the red color-coded invasive pressure connectors

(compatible with the Eagle 3000 monitor, Eagle 4000 monitor, and Tram
modules).
Temperature The temperature function measures two temperatures. Patient alarms

with adjustable high and low limits for temperature are provided.
System alarms for sensor and calibration failures are provided.
The monitor accepts the brown color-coded connector (compatible with

the Eagle 3000 monitor, Eagle 4000 monitor, and Tram modules). The
monitor supports both YSI Series 400 and 700 thermistor probes. The
probe type is determined by identification signals in the probe adapter
cable.
The temperature connector and measurement circuits are shared with

the cardiac output monitoring function; therefore you cannot use both
functions concurrently. A signal in the patient cable indicates the
appropriate function.

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Cardiac Output The cardiac output function measures blood temperature and injectate
temperature, and uses the thermal dilution method to calculate cardiac
output. Patient alarms with adjustable high and low limits for blood
temperature are provided. System alarms for sensor failure and unstable
blood temperature are provided.
The monitor accepts the brown color-coded connector (compatible with

the Eagle 4000 monitor and Tram modules).
The cardiac output connector and measurement circuits are shared with
the temperature monitoring function. You cannot use both functions
concurrently. A signal in the patient cable indicates the appropriate
function.
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) The CO2 function measures inspired and expired CO 2 and respiration
rate using the infrared light absorption technique. The monitor connects
to an external Novametrix Capnostat III sensor that clips to an airway
adapter in the patient’s ventilation circuit. The circuits to drive the
sensor and process its incoming signal are located within the DAS.
Patient alarms with adjustable high and low limits for inspired CO2,
expired CO2, and respiration rate are provided. An additional patient
alarm for no breath detected is provided. System alarms for various
sensor conditions are provided.
The monitor accepts the yellow color-coded connector.

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Processor/Power
Management
Subsystem
Overview The main processor/power management PCB contains the electrical
hardware to provide data processing and display of patient and monitor
configuration data, communication and interface circuitry, and power
conversion and battery management functions for the monitor.
The high level of integration attained in the design of the Processor/

Power Management PCB is attributed to the use of several highly
integrated devices. A complex communications controller, ASIC, and
battery management hardware significantly improve the performance
and reduce the complexity and cost of the assembly. In addition to the
CPU, the main microcontroller contains a six-channel communications
processor as well as memory, PC Card, and video controllers. The devices
used in the core processing architecture all operate at 3.3 V to minimize
power consumption, yet the main processor and ASIC are tolerant of 5 V
hardware peripherals.

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Block Diagram

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Main Microcontroller The microcontroller contains two processors:

• a true internal and external 32-bit CPU core, and
• a communications processor module (CPM).
The CPM contains an 8 Kb dual port RAM to communicate with the CPU
core, and once configured communicates with external devices with
minimum CPU intervention. External logic is reduced by the internal
memory controllers and a system interface unit which provides a clock
synthesizer and timers used in this design. Writer communications is
supported by direct memory access and processing performance is
enhanced by 4-kilobyte instruction and data caches.
Microcontroller Feature Dash Function

Serial Communications Controller 1 Unity Network
Serial Communications Controller 2 DAS communication
Serial Management Controller 1 Peripheral expansion
communication
Serial Management Controller 2 Reserved
Interprocessor-Integrated Controller • Batteries, battery charger,
• Real-time clock,
• EEPROM,
• digital potentiometer for
display brightness control
Serial Peripheral Interface DAC for ECG and BP analog
outputs; ASIC configuration
User Programmable Machine A Memory controller for
synchronous graphics RAM
User Programmable Machine B Memory controller for
synchronous flash
General-Purpose Chip-Select Memory and peripheral device
Machine control
LCD Controller Color display
PC Card Controller Future use
DMA Writer communication
System Phase-Locked Loop (SPLL) Generation of system clock from
crystal oscillator

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Microprocessor The microprocessor supervisory circuit provides reliable operation of the

main processor board. This circuit monitors the +3.3 V power supply and
Supervisory Circuit, asserts a 140 mS active low reset pulse when the power supply voltage is
Microcontroller Internal below +3.0 V during power-up and power-down conditions. A 3 V, 0.5 A
hour lithium battery is used to preserve the contents of two SRAM
Watchdog Timer devices and a real-time clock (RTC) when VCC is below the reset
threshold.
System Control Logic The system ASIC contains all of the system control logic for the
Processor/Power Management PCB. Such functions include address
decoding, peripheral read and write control strobes, smart battery
control logic, display control, multiple I/O ports, and front panel key
switch debouncing.
Memory Eight Mb of non-volatile memory are provided to support the boot code
and expansion memory such as high resolution graphic trends data
storage. The 512 Kb boot block is write protected.
Four Mb of non-volatile memory are provided to support the main

software application code.
Four Mbytes of volatile memory are provided by the synchronous

graphics RAM. This memory is used for stack, variable storage,
dynamically allocated memory and video data storage.
One Mb of battery-backed SRAM supports storage of 24 hours of 1-

minute resolution patient trends, an error log containing 50 input errors,
and 50 output errors and storage for the CPM buffers.
The monitor configuration data such as Internet and Ethernet addresses,

unit name and bed number are maintained in the 2 Kb EEPROM. The
serial device resides on the I2C bus.
Real-Time Clock The real-time clock incorporates an on-board quartz crystal. This feature
simplifies the design and eliminates adjustments. The time of day is
maintained to an accuracy of 1 second in 10 hours. The RTC device is one
of the devices on the I2C bus.
Audio Subsystem Audio tones are generated using a tone generator, an audio amplifier,
and an 8Ω, 2.5-in. speaker. The tone generator has built in D/A
converters and a mixer to generate the dual frequency tones.
Frequencies ranging from 150 Hz to 2800 Hz are produced.
Video Subsystem The microprocessor contains a video controller that supports real-time
and non-real-time waveform drawing, menu drawing, and parameter
display.
Display brightness is controlled by a 50 kΩ digital potentiometer. The

potentiometer is interfaced to the brightness control input of an inverter.

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Analog Outputs Two analog output channels support ECG and BP. The pace pulse is
generated on the main processor board and inserted into the analog out
ECG signal. The digital-to-analog conversion for both ECG and blood
pressure output signals are performed on the main processing board via
a two channel 12-bit serial DAC. Cal data is stored on the processor/
power management PCB.
Defib Sync The QRS complex of ECG data acquired from the DAS generates the
marker-out signal. A software selectable pulse width and pulse
amplitude is provided in the Boot Loader Menu.
Optional Thermal Printer The thermal printer includes complete control of the print head to print
the desired waveforms and text as well as monitor power consumption.
The host processor on the main processing board has direct
communication via an 8-bit data bus to the processor residing within the
thermal recorder.
The +9-18 V power supplied to the writer is heavily filtered to provide

the storage capability to smooth power surges and transients caused by
abnormal thermal printing. Such printing may occur if the monitor is
subjected to ESU noise. In addition, a writer current limiting circuit
restricts the current to the writer to 2.5 A. If this current limit is
exceeded, the circuit faults and requires the current limiting circuit to
reset through a microprocessor port.
Optional Alarm Light An alarm light indicating two levels of visual alarms resides in the
handle of the Dash 3000 monitor and in the display bezel of the Dash
4000. Red and yellow alarm lights illuminate by addressing an ASIC
output port. The Dash 3000 alarm light interfaces to the Processor/Power
Management PCB via the 40-pin writer interface. The Dash 4000 alarm
light interfaces to the Processor/Power Management PCB via the 100-pin
DAS/Display /Keyboard interface.
PC Card The main processor contains a PC Card controller, which complies with
the PCMCIA standard. One 68-pin fully compliant Type II PC Card slot
is supported in this design for RF LAN.
Peripheral Expansion A 20-pin peripheral expansion interface is provided to support future

use. An active low peripheral present signal may be polled by software to
Interface identify when a peripheral is attached to the monitor. Asynchronous,
AUX, and a switched Ethernet serial communication channels are
supported as well as switched +9-18 V and +5 V power.

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DAS Communication The microprocessor communicates with the DAS processor using the
second serial communication controller (SCC) of the communication
processor module (CPM). This asynchronous communication channel
operates at TTL levels and is optically isolated within the DAS.
Unity Network The microprocessor provides an Ethernet controller, which is

implemented on SCC1 in order to benefit from the additional buffer
Communication descriptors compared to SCC2. Ethernet packets are stored in SRAM
buffers and are transmitted and received by the 10BASE-T transceiver.
The Ethernet clocks are generated from a 20 MHz crystal oscillator
circuit and the transceiver. The transceiver also provides a visual
indication in the form of four LEDS to identify packet transmit, receive,
collision, and link integrity. The status of received data is indicated by
the link integrity signal, which is used by the microprocessor to
determine if the monitor is connected to the Unity Network.
An isolation transformer provides basic insulation to the twisted pair

interface required to meet the ANSI/IEEE 802.3 standard (Ethernet).
Isolation is required because during transport the power cord with the
ground conductor is not available to provide a path for a fault condition.
An 8-pin RJ-45 connector containing two isolated, differential pairs is
provided to connect the monitor to a network hub.
NOTE: Power is not provided in the twisted pair interface as in the

attachment user interface (AUI) of other monitoring products.
Ethernet Priority Ethernet communications are prioritized in the following order.

1. Top priority is the Peripheral Expansion interface
2. Next priority is the Hardwired Ethernet connection at the back of the
Dash monitor.
3. Lowest priority is the optional Wireless LAN.
If non of the above exist, then the monitor is a stand-alone monitor.
Async Communication Two asynchronous communication ports comply with the GEMMS
AutoPort protocol and are provided through an 8-pin RJ-45 connector
and the 20-pin peripheral interface described in the next section.
Debug Monitor and An integrated debugger operating in the debug mode within the main
processor provides basic emulator-like features such as modification of
Diagnostic LEDs register and memory locations and setting of breakpoints. The connector
required for this serial communication is a dual row 10-pin header. This
connector is located within the monitor and is not intended for field
service use. Tracing of instructions and logic analysis is provided by an
adapter board that connects to a socket installed on the main processor
board instead of the microprocessor.
Three diagnostic LEDs located along the front edge of the board are
provided for general purpose use and are under software control. The
LEDs interface directly to port A of the microprocessor. A flashing green
LED indicates normal monitoring operation.

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Main DC-DC Converter The main DC-DC converter consists of two independent synchronous
rectifier buck regulators with one common controller.
Section
The monitor uses a “point of use” power conversion architecture with +9-
18 V being the main power distribution bus.
Four voltage outputs are developed on the processor/power management

PCB:
• +3.3 V,
• +5 V,
• –12 V, and
• –12 V.
Each one of the four outputs are individually current limit protected
against overload and short circuit.
Battery Subsystem Battery charging and control is accomplished on the Processor/Power

Management PCB.
The battery is a smart battery and features an on-pack fuel gauge.
Optional Thermal The monitor uses the same 50-mm thermal printer module that is used
in the PRN 50 stand-alone printer. It prints up to four waveforms at
Printer chart speeds ranging from 0.1 to 50 mm/s. The printer software is loaded
independently from the monitor’s software.
In the monitor, the printer module limits its current consumption to stay
within its allocated system power budget.
Speaker The speaker is used for audible notification of alarms.
Handle Subassembly The handle serves multiple purposes in the monitor. The modular design
enables the user to add adapters for specialized applications.
The Dash 3000 handle houses the optional alarm light. This light is
visible for 360° surrounding the monitor. The light is intended for
applications when the audible notification is not useful or effective, such
as noisy environments (e.g., emergency vehicles) or quiet environments
(e.g., neonatal care areas). The alarm light indicates two levels of visual
alarms:
• Crisis alarms (red LED) and
• Warning alarms (amber LED).
The Dash 3000/4000 handle also houses the two RF LAN antennas
required for the optional RF LAN subsystem.

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Interfaces
Ethernet The Ethernet RJ-45 connector provides a hardware connection to the
Unity Network. The monitor has a built-in transceiver for twisted-pair
wire. Basic insulation (1500 VAC) isolates the monitor from networked
devices.
AUX The AUX RJ-45 connector provides an asynchronous communication

connection to devices within the bedside care area. Basic insulation (1500
VAC) isolates the monitor from other devices.
Defib Sync The Defib Sync connector provides signals needed to perform
synchronized cardioversion with a defibrillator. The Marker Out signal is
a pulse with selectable amplitude and width that coincides with the
patient’s ECG R-wave. The Marker In signal is returned to the monitor
by the defibrillator. The Marker In signal causes the monitor to insert a
defib marker in the displayed ECG waveform.
This connector also provides two analog signals: ECG and invasive
pressure. The monitor provides the top displayed ECG signal with
reconstructed pace pulses. You can use this signal to trigger a
defibrillator or intra-aortic balloon pump. BP1 produces the pressure
signal and is intended for triggering an intra-aortic balloon pump.
Peripheral Expansion A port is provided for expansion. Asynchronous communication,

Ethernet (shared with the Ethernet RJ-45 connector), 9-18 V power, 5 V
power, and discrete I/O signals are provided in the interface. The
expansion connector pairs with the AC mains power inlet to supply
power to the monitor through a peripheral device.
Setup and
Configuration
Program Code Storage Executable program code for the main processor, DAS processor, and
thermal printer are stored in non-volatile programmable memory.
Program code can be changed via the AUX port using the PC-based
TCCM Update software utility or via the Unity Network (Ethernet port)
from a file server supporting the Xfiles protocol.
To display the revision of the currently stored code, access the submenu
of the main application’s Monitor Setup menu.
Monitor Settings The Processor/Power Management PCB stores default monitor settings
in non-volatile memory. The user must restore the original settings if
replacing the board.
Patient Data Storage Static RAM backed up by a lithium battery soldered onto the Processor/
Power Management PCB stores patient data.
Time and Date The monitor maintains time and date for at least five years. Time is
accurate to within one second in ten hours. The clock is synchronized
with a time master on the Unity Network.

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Calibration Data Calibration factors for NBP and CO2 are stored in non-volatile memory
on the DAS board.
Calibration factors for the analog output signals are stored in non-
volatile memory on the Processor/Power Management PCB.
Error Log 50 input errors and 50 output errors are retained in static RAM backed
up by a lithium battery soldered onto the processor/power management
PCB. Contents are retained for at least five years, provided that you
exercise caution when you handle the board to prevent inadvertently
discharging the battery (e.g. when you ship the board for problem
diagnosis).

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ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS: Electrical Diagram PN 2004323, Revison B
Electrical Diagram PN 2004323, Revison B

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ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS: Exploded View PN 2004323, Revision B
Exploded View PN 2004323, Revision B

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Parts List PN 2004323-001, Revision B
Find Item Reference

Number Number Item Description Designator Qty
1 9402 PAPER SAMPLE NO GRD 50MMX100FR 1
SAMPLE-046
2 80274-103 CORD PWR 125V 6FT RA TO5 W1 1
3 422774-018 PACKAGING BOX 13.10 X 12 X 13.05 DEEP 1
4 422494-001 LBL DASH 3000 BATTERY B ENG 0
5 422487-001 LABEL 12SL .007 POLYCARBONATE 0
6 422482-001 LABEL PRESCRIPTION DEVICE .007 0
7 422329-001 LBL DASH 3000 BATTERY A ENG 0
8 422324-001 LABEL DASH CONN/UL/CE 0
9 422323-001 LBL DASH 3000 CONN CO2 0
10 422322-001 LBL DASH 3000 CONN BP 0
11 419743-002 THERMAL PRINTER 50MM CS2 A4 1
12 419378-001 COVER SIDE DASH WO/WRITER 1
13 419068-001 BATT RCHGBL MOLICELL 11.1V A5,A6 2
14 404525-006 LABEL BLANK 2.6IN X.4IN 1
15 421877-001 FOOT PAD DASH 3000 1
16 2004586-001 PACKAGING INSERT DASH 4000 TOP 1
17 404525-101 LABEL BLANK 2.00 X .75 1
18 2004272-001 ASSY DASH 4000 DISPLAY A2 1
19 2004252-001 LABEL DASH 4000 PRODUCT MARK 0
20 2004095-003 ASSY DASH HANDLE W/O LIGHT W/ANTENNA A7 1
21 2004095-001 ASSY DASH HANDLE W/O LIGHT W/O ANTENNA A7 1
22 2004009-001 LABEL DASH 4000 FRONT PANEL ENG 0
23 2003108-001 CARD PCMCIA 100MW SPECTRUM24 W/LAN ADPTR A3 1
24 2002218-002 LENSE DASH 4000 OPAQUE 1
25 2002218-001 LENSE DASH 4000 ALARM LIGHT 1
26 2001875-001 ASSY DASH 3000/4000 REAR W/RFLAN A1 1
27 2004586-004 INSERT PACKAGING DASH BATTERY 1
28 2000546-002 SCR MACH PNHD M4X16LG SST W/THD LOCK 2
30 2000462-002 COVER DASH C02 CONN 1
31 2000462-001 COVER DASH PATIENT CONNECTOR 2
32 422159-093 LABEL CARTON DASH 4000 1
33 404525-008 LABEL BLANK 1.2IN X .6IN 1
34 2001075-001 SCR MACH FLHD M3X6LG SS W/THD LK 2
35 2000546-005 SCR MACH PNHD M4 X 14LG SST W/THD LOCK 4
36 2004586-003 INSERT PACKAGING FOAM DASH 4000 1
37 2000966-062 CD SVCE DASH 3000/4000 V2 ENG 1
38 2000966-034 MNL OPR DASH 3000/4000 V2 ENG 1

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39 420001-001 PLATE MOUNT GCX DASH 1
40 2004586-002 PACKAGING INSERT DASH 4000 BASE 1
41 99014-001 BAG INTISTATIC POLY 18 X 20 1
42 419031-003 ASSY DASH 3000 LCD DISPLAY A2 1
43 422309-001 ASM DASH 3000 ALARM LIGHT A8 1
44 2004087-001 CABLE ASSY DASH ALARM LITE JUMPER W2 1
45 2000617-001 PACKAGING INSERT CARDBOARD DASH 1
46 2000617-002 INSERT PACKAGING DASH TOP 1
47 2000617-003 INSERT PACKAGING DASH BATTERY 1
48 422774-005 PACKAGING ENCLOSURE 12.12X11.0X13.6 1
49 422159-013 LABEL CARTON DASH 3000 1
50 2005876-001 LABEL GE .007 POLYCARBONATE 1
51 2005878-001 LABEL PRODUCT MARK DASH 3000 1
52 419586-001 LBL DASH 3000 FRONT PANEL ENG 1
53 2004095-002 ASSY DASH HANDLE W/LIGHT W/O ANTENNA 1
54 2001875-002 ASSY DASH 3000/4000 REAR W/O RFLAN 1
422480-001 LABEL KIT DASH 3000 ENG 1
422480-002 LABEL KIT DASH 3000 GER 1
422480-003 LABEL KIT DASH 3000 FRE 1
422480-004 LABEL KIT DASH 3000 SWE 1
422480-005 LABEL KIT DASH 3000 SPA 1
422480-006 LABEL KIT DASH 3000 ITA 1
422480-007 LABEL KIT DASH 3000 DUT 1
422480-008 LABEL KIT DASH 3000 DAN 1
422480-009 LABEL KIT DASH 3000 NOR 1
422480-010 LABEL KIT DASH 3000 JAP 1
422480-011 LABEL KIT DASH 3000 POR 1
422480-012 LABEL KIT DASH 3000 RUS 1
422480-013 LABEL KIT DASH 3000 CHI 1
422480-014 LABEL KIT DASH 3000 HUN 1
422480-015 LABEL KIT DASH 3000 POL 1
2004298-001 LABEL KIT DASH 4000 ENG 1
2004298-002 LABEL KIT DASH 4000 GER 1
2004298-003 LABEL KIT DASH 4000 FRE 1
2004298-004 LABEL KIT DASH 4000 SWE 1
2004298-005 LABEL KIT DASH 4000 SPA 1
2004298-006 LABEL KIT DASH 4000 ITA 1
2004298-007 LABEL KIT DASH 4000 DUT 1
2004298-008 LABEL KIT DASH 4000 DAN 1
2004298-009 LABEL KIT DASH 4000 NOR 1
2004298-010 LABEL KIT DASH 4000 JAP 1
2004298-011 LABEL KIT DASH 4000 POR 1

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2004298-012 LABEL KIT DASH 4000 RUS 1
2004298-013 LABEL KIT DASH 4000 CHI 1
2004298-014 LABEL KIT DASH 4000 HUN 1
2004298-015 LABEL KIT DASH 4000 POL 1

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ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS: Dash 3000 Display Assembly PN 419031-003, Rev. C
Dash 3000 Display Assembly PN 419031-003, Rev. C

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ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS: Dash 3000 Display Part List PN 419031-003, Rev. C
Dash 3000 Display Part List PN 419031-003, Rev. C
Find Item Reference

1 2000516-001 CLIP ELECTRICAL GROUNDING 1
2 2000905-001 SCR TAPPING TC SST #4X.31 HI-LO 5
3 2002393-001 FLEX DASH 3000 DISPLAY/SHIELD 1
4 414622-001 TRIM KNOB ONE INCH 1
5 415870-001 SCREW 4-24X.25LG PH HI-LO TH 1
6 418633-001 BEZEL MONITOR 1
7 418957-002 ASSY DASH 3000 KEYPAD 1
8 418961-001 FILTER DISPLAY 1
9 419557-001 CA ASSY DSPLY INVERTER DASH 1
10 419214-001 ISOLATOR DASH LCD DISPLAY 1
11 419379-001 DISPLAY LCD DASH 21CM 1
12 422429-001 INVERTER LCD BACKLIGHT LS380 1
13 2004262-001 SPACER HEX FF M3 5MM HEX X 10 4
14 422585-002 RIVET SNAP 3X5.5MM NYLON BLK 2
16 412048-001 WASHER LOCK M3 EXT TOOTH 4

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ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS: Dash 4000 Display Assembly PN 2004272-001, Rev. C
Dash 4000 Display Assembly PN 2004272-001, Rev. C

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ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS: Dash 4000 Display Parts List PN 2004272-001, Rev. C
Dash 4000 Display Parts List PN 2004272-001, Rev. C
Find Reference
Number Item Number Item Description Designator Qty
1 2000905-001 SCR TAPPING TC SST #4X.31 HI-LO 9
2 2002161-001 BEZEL DASH 4000 FRONT 1
3 2002162-001 BEZEL DASH 4000 TRANSITION 1
4 2002210-001 FILTER OPT 26MM DISPLAY 1.6THK 1
5 2002220-001 PCB ASSY DASH4000 KEYPAD A5 1
6 2002272-001 BRACKET DASH 4000 26 DISP MT RT 1
7 2002272-002 BRACKET DASH 4000 26 DISP MT LEFT 1
8 2002563-001 INSERT DASH 4000 DISPLAY 1
9 2003610-001 CLIP DASH 4000 TK GND 1
10 2004229-001 PCB DASH 4000 ALARM LIGHT A4 1
11 2003768-001 PCB DASH 4000 FRONT PANEL A1 1
12 2003784-001 PCB FLEX CKT DASH 4000 DISPLAY 31P W1 1
13 2003791-002 CABLE ASSY DASH 4000 INVERTER W3 1
14 2004019-001 PWR SPLY CCFL INVERTER VIN8-18V A3 1
15 2004209-001 CABLE ASSY DASH 4000 ALARM LIGHT W2 1
16 402440-001 SCREW PH PLASFORM #6-10 X . 6
17 406080-001 TRIM KNOB EAGLE 1
18 416734-002 DSPL LCD 10.5 IN VGA COLOR TFT -31D NEC A2 1
21 404188-003 INSULATION DASH 3000 DISPLAY INVERTER 1
22 2000521-001 CLIP ELECTRICAL GROUNDING 1
23 4556-001 SPRING CLIP D TYPE .250 DIA 1

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ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS: Field Replaceable Units (FRU’s)
Field Replaceable Units (FRU’s)
* Indicates what is needed when ordering FRU from customer service.
Dash 3000 FRUs
Part
Number Description Qty Comments
2000971-002 Processor/Power 1 * Need software revision and installed options
Management Assembly
419723-001 DAS Assembly 1 * Need software revision
419477-001 Power Supply 1
419473-002 2-Inch Writer Assembly 1 * Need software revision

2000976-001 NBP Assembly 1
2003108-001 RF LAN Card 1
419031-001 Display Assembly 1 Order labels separately.

419031-003 Use 419031-003 for assemblies with display shield
flex circuit, PN 2002393-001.
2000968-001 LCD Display 1 Use 419379-001 for assemblies with display shield
419379-001 flex circuit, PN 2002393-001.
418957-001 Keypad Assembly 1 Use 418957-002 for assemblies with display shield
418957-002 flex circuit, PN 2002393-001.
4222429-001 Backlight Inverter 1
Dash 4000 FRUs
Part
2000971-002 Processor/Power 1 * Need software revision and installed options
Management Assembly
419723-001 DAS Assembly 1 * Need software revision
419477-001 Power Supply 1
419473-002 2-Inch Writer Assembly 1 * Need software revision
2000976-001 NBP Assembly 1
2003108-001 RF LAN Card 1

2004272-001 Display Assembly 1 Order labels separately.

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ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS: Field Replaceable Units (FRU’s)
Part
416734-002 LCD Display 1 Use 419379-001 for assemblies with display shield
2002220-001 Keypad Assembly 1 Use 418957-002 for assemblies with display shield
2004019-001 Backlight Inverter 1
2004229-001 Alarm Light 1
2003768-001 Front Panel PCB 1

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ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS: Port Connections
Port Connections
BP2 SpO2
BP1
Temp/CO
CO2 ECG
NBP
Invasive Blood Two invasive blood pressure channels are provided; each channel uses a
separate 11-pin, female connector. The pinout is as follows:
Pressure Cable
Connector
PIN SIGNAL NAME I/O SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIAGRAM
1 BP_+VREF O BP transducer excitation voltage
2 BP SIG+ I BP transducer signal positive (+)
3 NC – No connection
4 AGND O Analog ground
6 SHIELD O BP cable shield
7 AGRND O Analog ground
8 BP SIG1 I BP transducer signal negative (–)
10 BP1_ID I BP1 probe identification signal

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Pulse Oximetry The pulse oximetry function uses an 11-pin, female connector. The
pinout is as follows:
(SpO2) Cable
Connector
PIN SIGNAL NAME I/O DESCRIPTION DIAGRAM
1 NELLCOR_RCAL O Nellcor probe characteristics ID resistor
2 IR/RED* O Anti-parallel LED drive
(low=RED, high=IR)
3 RED/IR* O Anti-parallel LED drive
(low=IR, high=RED)
4 NC – Not connected
5 POX+ I Photo detector anode
6 SHIELD – Cable shield
7 NELLCOR_RCAL_RETURN I Return for probe characteristics ID
resistor
8 MARQUETTE_PROBE* I Marquette probe select
9 POX– I Photo detector cathode
10 NELLCOR_PROBE* I Nellcor probe select
11 GND – Ground reference for pins 8 and 10
Temperature/CO The temperature/CO function uses an 11-pin, female connector. The

pinout is as follows:
Cable Connector
1 +0.25V_REF O +0.25 V sensor drive voltage
2 DT/CO_IN1 I Input from temperature sensor, channel 1
3 CO_OFFSET I CO offset
5 700*/400_ID I Thermistor ID
(LOW=YSI 700 Series; HIGH=YSI 400 Series)
6 SHIELD – Cable shield
7 AGND – Analog ground
8 DT/CO_IN2 I Input from temperature sensor, channel 2
9 CO_PROBE_PRESENT I CO probe presence identification signal
10 TEMP_PROBE_PRESENT I Temperature probe presence identification
signal
11 DGND – Logic ground (reference for pins 5, 9 and 10)

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Capnostat III (CO2) Connection to the Capnostat III is via the Novametrix standard 20-pin
circular connector. The pinout is as follows:
Cable Connector
1 SOURCE+ O Capnostat Infra-red source drive positive (+)
2 SOURCE– O Capnostat Infra-red source drive negative (–)
3 EE_CS O Chip select to 93C46 EEPROM within
Capnostat.
4 CO2_REF_IN I CO2 reference channel
signal input from Capnostat which is not
affected by the presence of CO2.
5 CASE_HTR O DC voltage, generated from a software
controlled PWM drive signal, which controls
the Capnostat case temperature.
6 CO2_IN I CO2 data channel
signal input from Capnostat which is affected
by the presence of CO2.
7 EE_SCLK O Serial data clock to 93C46 EEPROM within
Capnostat.
8 HTR_RTN – GND return for pins 5 and 16
9 EE_DATA_OUT I Data from 93C46 EEPROM within Capnostat
(output from EEPROM).
10 +5V – Logic supply voltage to Capnostat
11 EE_DATA_IN O Data to 93C46 EEPROM within Capnostat
(input to EEPROM).
12 SPAN_SW* I Driven low to indicate that the Capnostat has
been placed on the REF cell.
13 SHIELD – Termination for both inner and outer shields of
the Capnostat cable - is connected to the main
DAS floating shield plane and cover.
14 ZERO_SW* I Driven low to indicate that the Capnostat has
been placed on the ZERO cell.
15 CASE_THERM I Case thermistor (also used for Capnostat
presence detection).
16 DET_HTR O DC voltage, generated from a software
controlled PWM drive signal, which controls
the Capnostat detector temperature.
17 DET_THERM I Detector thermistor
18 –12V – Negative (–) analog supply voltage to Capnostat
19 +12V – Positive (+) analog supply voltage to Capnostat
20 AGND – Analog GND

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NBP Connector A pneumatic connector is used for the patient interface.

1 I Sensing Side
3
(to pressure sensor)

1
2 I Pressure Side
(pump, valves, overpressure sensor)
2
ECG Cable The ECG/Respiration function uses a recessed, 11-pin, female, ECG
connector. The pinout is as follows:
Connector
1 RA I Right arm electrode
2 V2 I Chest electrode V2
4 LA I Left arm electrode
5 RL O Right leg (reference) electrode
6 V/V1 I Chest electrode V1
8 LL I Left leg electrode
11 SHIELD – Cable shield - connected to ECG shield plane
and electrostatic cover

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Voltage Selector
Ethernet Connector Defib Sync Connector
AC Power Aux
Input Power
3
Requirements
1 NEUTRAL I AC Mains Power
2 LINE – Pin Not Inserted
3
3 GROUND – AC Mains Power 2 1
Network Interface An 8-pin RJ-45 connector containing two isolated, differential pairs is
provided to connect the monitor to a network hub.

1 LAN _TX+ O LAN transmit +
2 LAN_TX- O LAN transmit –
3 LAN _RX+ O LAN receive +
5 NC – No connection 876 54321
6 LAN _RX- O LAN receive –

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Auxiliary Auxiliary communication communicates with peripherals such as a

remote control, data logger, or external thermal recorder. The UART
Communication channel is only capable of communicating with external devices having
the same transmit and receive baud rates. Power available to peripheral
devices is current limited to 100 mA.

1 AUTOPORT_+5V O Isolated +5V
2 SPARE I Spare
3 AUTOPORT_232_RX I RS-232 receive signal
4 AUTOPORT_GND – Power return
5 AUTOPORT_ID I/O Device identification signal - host side
876 54321
6 AUTOPORT_232_TX O RS-232 transmit signal
7 AUTOPORT_+10V_RTS O RS-232 request-to-send signal (remote alarm
control signal)
8 AUTOPORT_+10V_DSR O RS-232 data-terminal-ready signal
Defib Sync Analog outputs consisting of ECG waveforms including the pace pulse
and the BP out are available through the 7- pin mini-DIN connector. The
two analog outputs are calibrated by monitoring the outputs with a
precision voltmeter while trimming the offset and gain adjustments with
the Trim Knob.

1 MARKER_OUT O Digital defibrillator output synchronization signal
2 MARKER_IN I Digital defibrillator input signal
3 GND – Common return
4 GND – Common return
5 RESERVED – Reserved
6 BP/RESP_OUT O Analog BP/RESP output signal
7 ECG_OUT O Analog ECG output signal

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Peripheral An 18-pin peripheral expansion interface is provided to support future

use. An active low peripheral present signal may be polled by software to
Expansion Interface identify when a peripheral is attached to the Dash monitor.
Asynchronous, Aux, and a switched Ethernet serial communication
channels are supported as well as switched +9-18V and +5V power.
PIN SIGNAL NAME I/O SIGNAL DESCRIPTION

3
1 RETURN – Common power return

2 +9-18V O +9-18V power
3 PER_MARKER_OUT O Marker out
4 PER_ENET_PRESENT* I Signal to request switched Ethernet to peripheral
5 PER_ENET_TXD– O Transmit data + to peripheral
6 PER_ENET_RXD– O Transmit data – to peripheral
7 PER_ENET_TXD+ I Receive data + from peripheral
8 PER_ENET_RXD+ I Receive data – from peripheral
9 PER_AUTOPORT_ID_RXD I AutoPort ID RXD
10 PER_PRESENT* I Asserted by the installed peripheral device once powered
11 PER_ASYNC_RXD I Serial asynchronous data input from peripheral
12 PER_ASYNC_TXD O Serial asynchronous data output to peripheral
13 TC_PACER_BLANK* O Pacer blanking pulse from defibrillator
14 PER_AUTOPORT_ID_TXD O AutoPort ID TXD
15 PER_AUTOPORT_RXD O AutoPort RXD
16 PER_AUTOPORT_TXD I AutoPort TXD
17 +5V O +5V power
18 RETURN – Common power return

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T-2 Dash 3000/4000 Patient Monitor Revision A

2 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

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8 FIELD REPLACEABLE UNITS AND UPGRADES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

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9 ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1

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1-2 Dash 3000/4000 Patient Monitor Revision A

Revision Date Comment

A 7 June 2001 Initial release of this manual.

Revision A Dash 3000/4000 Patient Monitor 1-3

Responsibility of the GE Medical Systems Information Technologies is responsible for the

• The electrical installation of the relevant room complies with the

• The equipment is used in accordance with the instructions for use.

This device is not intended for home use.

Federal law restricts this device to be sold by or on the order of a

Contact GE Medical Systems Information Technologies for information

The use of ACCESSORY equipment not complying with the equivalent

• use of the accessory in the PATIENT VICINITY; and

• evidence that the safety certification of the ACCESSORY has been

1-4 Dash 3000/4000 Patient Monitor Revision A

Hazard is defined as a source of potential injury to a person.

DANGER indicates an imminent hazard which, if not avoided, will

WARNING indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice which, if not

CAUTION indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice which, if not

NOTE provides application tips or other useful information to assure

Revision A Dash 3000/4000 Patient Monitor 1-5

Equipment Symbols Some of the following symbols appear on the equipment.

ATTENTION: Consult accompanying documents before using the

In Europe, this symbol means dangerous or high voltage. In the United

Defibrillator-proof type CF equipment; type CF equipment is

Defibrillator-proof type BF equipment; type BF equipment is suitable

Type B equipment; type B equipment is suitable for intentional

Alternating current (AC)

Power; I = ON; O= OFF

Indicates the Ethernet connection for the monitor.

1-6 Dash 3000/4000 Patient Monitor Revision A

Classified by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. with respect to electric

Revision A Dash 3000/4000 Patient Monitor 1-7

Service Follow the service requirements listed below.

Requirements • Refer equipment servicing to GE Medical Systems Information

• Any unauthorized attempt to repair equipment under warranty voids

• It is the user’s responsibility to report the need for service to GE

• Failure on the part of the responsible individual, hospital, or

• Regular maintenance, irrespective of usage, is essential to ensure

Equipment Every GE Medical Systems Information Technologies device has a unique

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