User's Manual

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CAUTION
When removing the module, be careful not to drop it. Always support with one hand while pulling
out with the other.
3.4 Turning on the Monitor
Before beginning measurements, turn on the monitor. Perform the following inspections:
1. Check the monitor and modules for any mechanical damage. Make sure that all external cables, plug-ins
and accessories are properly connected.
2. Connect the power cord to the AC power source.
Pressing the power switch turns on the monitor.
CAUTION
Check that visual and auditory alarm signals are presented correctly when the equipment is
powered on.
Do not use the monitor on a patient if you suspect it is not working properly, or if it is mechanically
damaged. Contact the service personnel or Mindray.
3.5 Operation and Navigation
Everything needed to operate the monitor is on its screen. Almost every element on the screen is interactive.
Screen elements include parameter values, waveforms, quick keys, information fields, alarms fields, dialogs, and
menus. Often you can access the same element in different ways. For example, you can access a parameter
dialog by selecting the corresponding numeric area or waveform area, through the Menu hard key on the
parameter module, or through the Parameter Setup quick key.
3.5.1 Using the Touchscreen
You can use the touchscreen to select a screen element by pressing directly on the monitors screen.
To avoid accidental use, you can temporarily disable the touchscreen by holding and pressing the Main Menu
quick key and sliding as directed by the arrow. A padlock symbol displays at the top of the main menu quick
key if the touchscreen is disabled.
The touchscreen lock period is configurable. To do so, follow this procedure:
1. Access Display in either of the following ways:
Select the Screen Setup quick key select the Display tab.
Select the Main Menu quick key from the Display column select Display.
2. Set Screen Lock Duration.
The touchscreen is enabled when the preset time is reached. To manually enable the touchsceen, hold and press
the Main Menu quick key and slide as directed by the arrow.
CAUTION
Check that the touchscreen is not damaged.broken, or loose. If there is any sign of damage, stop
using the monitor and contact the service personnel.
3.5.2 Using the On-Screen Keyboard
The on-screen keyboard enables information entry:
Enter the information by selecting one character after another.
Select the Backspace key to delete single characters or select to delete the entire entry.
Select the Caps Lock key to access uppercase letters.