NIBP Controller
Owner’s Guide
14
Checking the NIBP Controller
The unit passes quality control inspection before leaving the factory. However,
there is a small chance that damage may occur in transit.
1.
Check there are no obvious signs of damage to the outside casing.
2.
Check there are no obvious signs of internal damage (like rattling).
If you find a problem, please contact your ADInstruments distributor
immediately.
The Front Panel
The Power Indicator
The Power indicator will light when the unit is on. If not, check that the unit
is properly connected to the PowerLab, and that the PowerLab is properly
connected to a power socket and is switched on.
Status Indicator
The Status indicator light can be in one of three states:
•
Off: Idle, no measurement in progress
•
Green: Inflating cuff
•
Orange: Deflating cuff
Cuff Pressure Connection
This port has a luer lock fitting and is where the tail cuff is attached. The
NIBP system can be purchased with either a cuff suitable for rats or a cuff
Start
Pulse Input
Pulse Range (BPM)
Cuff
40 - 150
90 - 420
240 - 600
Status
Power
Stop
NIBP Controller
Status indicator
Pulse Input connector
Power indicator
Cuff connection
Filter setting switch
Start/Stop button
Figure 1–1
The front panel of the
NIBP Controller
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