Setting Up the Sytem
The
Oscar 2
ABPM system is packaged with everything you need to start.
Overview of the ABPM system
The basic components of the
Oscar 2
ABPM system are:
•
Oscar 2
ABP monitor with 4’ patient hose assembly
•
Orbit
blood pressure cuffs (adult and adult plus)
• Pouch
• Strap/Belt
• Batteries, AA (4)
•
Oscar 2
User’s Guide
•
AccuWin Pro
v3 User’s Guide
•
AccuWin Pro
v3 CD
•
Oscar 2
USB cable
See the Product and Accessories page for contents.
Hardware Requirements
• Pentium based or equivalent PC-compatible computer with CD drive
• SVGA or compatible display adapter and monitor (1024 x 768 resolution
recommended)
• One available USB or serial port
• 32 MB RAM and minimum 20 MB HDD recommended
Software Requirements
Microsoft Windows
®
version 98 or later, excluding Windows ME
Microsoft Internet Explorer
®
3 or later with Microsoft HTML Help.
Powering the
Oscar 2
for use
Install 2 AA batteries in the bay located at the back of the monitor. The label in the
bay shows the orientation in which the batteries should be placed. When batteries are
properly loaded, the monitor’s display will show the following:
1. Incrementing dashes for two seconds
2. Software and safety version of the monitor
3. Battery voltage for two seconds
4. Three quick beeps
5. The number of BP readings in memory with flashing printer for three seconds
6. One long beep
7. Time flashing for twenty seconds
The monitor is now ready to be used.
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