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1.
(Power/Back button): Long time pressing (about 2 seconds) powers on or off the device; short time pressing
exits the operation, or back to upper level menu.
2.
(Navigation key): The main operating button group for this device. Press the four directions’ key for function
selection or parameter setting; press the left navigation key for turning on/off the LCD backlight quickly.
3. Battery cover: Insert/take out the battery by opening/replacing the cover.
4.
(Confirmation key): Press this key for the selection at different levels of menu.
5. Metal electrode I, II: When measuring, both selectrodes should be held in the right hand.
6. Metal electrode III: When measuring, it should be held in the other hand or on the chest or on the left leg.
7. LCD screen: Display ECG waveform and different parameters.
8. Data interface port: Transmit data memories to the computer by this port (optional).
9. Lead wire socket: the lead wire connector shall be inserted into this socket if the measurement of ECG is done by
lead wires.
10. Hanging hole: for mounting the hanging cord.
1.2 Name and Model
Name:
Cardio-A Palm ECG
Model:
PC-80A
1.3 Structure
The Cardio-A Palm ECG Monitor comprises main board, LCD, electrodes etc.
1.4 Features
Two input connections for ECG signal:
- Embedded metal electrodes
- Lead wire connector (optional).
Two output modes for ECG data:
- LCD display
- Serial output interface.
The features are described in detail as follows:
- Measure ECG easily at any time.
- ECG waveform and measurement results are displayed clearly on the LCD screen.
- 8 types of arrhythmia can be analyzed and presented.
- 30-second records each ECG measurement.
- 24 records can be reviewed or sent to PC by a serial port.
- Shut down automatically while no key is pressed for about 35 seconds.
- Data records can be locked to avoid inadvertent deletion.
- Two new AAA size batteries can be used for more than 500 times measurement; the battery power status is indicated
on the screen.
- Small in size and light in weight to carry.
- Easy to operate, especially suitable for old people.
1.5 Scope of Application
The device is intended for self-monitoring and storing ECG waveform and heart rate.
The device is not the monitor used in clinical institution or hospital, but is used for spot-check purpose ONLY.
It can not be used to substitute the normal ECG examination or real time monitoring. The measurement
results are a useful reference for doctor, but do not make direct diagnostic or analytical decision based
on the information provided by this device.
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