GE CARESCAPE Monitor B850, Service Manual

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CARESCAPE Monitor B850
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6.8 Connecting M-port devices
WARNING Before connecting an interfacing module to the device, verify compatibility.
Verify the connectivity of device interfaces before using the equipment.
Verify the compatibility of software versions before using the equipment.
CAUTION INSTALLATION - To avoid accidental ingress of liquids, always mount the Unity
Network Interface Device (ID) in a vertical position with the connectors at the
bottom.
CAUTION The use of the wrong interface adapter may cause improper operation of the
supported peripheral device.
WARNING SINGLE PATIENT USE - All eight serial ports of the Unity Network Interface
Device (ID) must only be used on one patient.
Ensure that the Unity Network ID connectivity device is properly mounted, installed and
configured prior to connecting it to the patient monitor.
Connect the following interface devices to one of the four M-ports in the front of the patient
monitor:
•
Unity Network ID connectivity device
• PRN 50-M writer
• M-port keypad
• Remote Alarm Box
To install and configure Remote Alarm Box (RAB) or Remote Alarm Box with Remote Light
(RAB RL), follow the instructions in Remote Alarm Box (RAB) and Remote Alarm Box with
Remote Light (RAB RL) Service Manual for Solar monitor.
NOTE: The remote alarm boxes will function when the patient monitor’s alarm tone is set
to either
Legacy or IEC .
6.9 Connecting USB devices
Connect the following devices to the USB ports in the rear panel of the patient monitor or the
display:
•
Alphanumeric keyboard
• Mouse
• Remote control
• Barcode reader
NOTE: Always use a GE-supplied barcode reader for the CARESCAPE monitors. Refer to the
included installation instructions for more details.
WARNING Use only washable keyboard with at least IPX1 protection against ingress of
water.
6.10 Connecting iCollect and other data acquisition
systems
iCollect and other data acquisition systems can be connected to one of the USB connectors in
the rear/side panel of the patient monitor.