User's Manual

Preparing the PillCam Recorder 63
Chapter 5
Know Your PillCam Recorder
Preparing the PillCam Recorder
The PillCam recorder is used to receive and store the captured images from the PillCam capsule during
the capsule endoscopy procedure for subsequent download to RAPID. The video created from the
downloaded data can then be reviewed by the physician.
There are two PillCam recorder models: DR3 and DR2. The DR3 model is the newest model and works
with all types of PillCam capsules and provides advanced functions of real-time viewing during the
procedure. The DR2 model is the previous model and it works with all types of PillCam capsules in a
fixed frame rate mode.
Both recorder models are provided with a cradle (for charging and connecting to a PC) and a pouch (to
allow the patient to wear the PillCam recorder during the procedure).
Functions
Initialization
Initialization is a mandatory operation before the procedure. With the PillCam recorder connected to
RAPID, the patient and procedure data are uploaded to the PillCam recorder so that the ensuing study
and procedure data are personalized. The initialization of the PillCam recorder is performed through the
RAPID check-in process (see Performing Patient Check-in on page 43), while the PillCam recorder is
connected to RAPID through its cradle. The PillCam recorder is a passive element in this process and
no control or operation on it is required.
Pairing for DR3
Pairing is performed before PillCam capsule ingestion, the capsule and PillCam recorder are made to
connect so the PillCam recorder is tuned to the transmissions only from the paired capsule.
Pairing for PillCam recorder DR3 may be performed either through the check-in process in RAPID by
entering the capsule ID during check-in, or directly using the recorder control buttons before ingestion
(see PillCam Recorder—Capsule Pairing (DR3 only) on page 80). Pairing is mandatory when working
with a PillCam recorder DR3 in order to enable recording.
Real-Time Viewing
Real-time viewing is an optional function whereby the images captured by the capsule and received by
the PillCam recorder are displayed to the user in real-time for review by the physician. The PillCam
recorder DR2 provides this functionality only in conjunction with a dedicated tablet PC connected to it
during the procedure. The PillCam recorder DR3 provides this functionality both through a dedicated
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Note
For full technical specifications about the PillCam recorders and their
cradles, see System Specifications on page 217.