Operator's Manual

Root Chapter 3: Operation
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devices. As risk mitigation to the loss of the wireless communication, Root’s
alarm capabilities have been designed to be independent of the Wi-Fi
communication feature in order to preserve Root’s primary alarms.
Use the Wi-Fi screen to enable or disable Wi-Fi connectivity. When Root is
connected to a Wi-Fi network, the Wi-Fi icon on the Status Bar conveys the
strength of the connection. See About the Status Bar on page 45.
Option
Description
Factory
Default
Setting
Configurable
Settings
Wi-Fi
Enables or disables Wi-Fi
connectivity.
Off
On or Off
Additional fields in the Wi-Fi screen display read-only settings about the
Wi-Fi connection that cannot be configured by the user.
Your Masimo sales representative can provide necessary information
regarding an initial Wi-Fi connection. For more information, see the Patient
SafetyNet Operator's Manual.
CAUTION: Unanticipated failure or alteration of network components
(including but not limited to: disconnection or malfunctioning of a
networking device/switch/router/ethernet cable) may result in loss of
connectivity of Kite to other hospital systems. Altering or making changes to
the hospital network should be done with proper knowledge.
Connecting Root to Patient SafetyNet
Root can be configured to connect to Patient SafetyNet wirelessly by
authorized and trained personnel only.