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How do I retrieve measurements?

To retrieve measurements from the VT305 micro SD card:1. Remove the micro SD card from VT305 andinsert it into the appropriate SD card adapter(provided as a standard accessory with theVT305).2. Insert the micro SD card and SD card adapterinto the SD card reader, or insert the micro SDcard into the USB SD card adapter (providedas a standard accessory with the VT305).3.

What is the difference between the Compliance parameter I am used to seeing on the VT PLUS and the Cstat parameter shown on the VT305 display?

The Compliance parameter shown on the FULL (full test) numeric display ofthe VT PLUS is a dynamic value calculated from tidal volume and pressurevalues breath-by-breath. The Cstat parameter shown on the VT305 is a staticcompliance parameter calculated using the formula Cstat = VT / (Pplateau -PEEP) where Pplateau is the Inspiratory Pause Pressure. Not all ventilatorsprovide an inspiratory pause/hold function. If there is no plateau pressure,the VT305 Cstat displays"---" since a division by zero would result.

The screen size on the VT305 is very small. What do I do if I need increased screen resolution?

Use the VT305 with the Ansur VT Plug-In. You can use either a ready-for-usetest procedure or drag and drop one or more test elements from the Plug-Inonto the test template workspace in the Ansur software authoring screen(see Ansur Executive Operators' Manual for more information).Questions and Answers6045 Cochran Rd, Cleveland, OH 44139 USA | Tel 440.248.9300 | Fax 440.349.2307 | Email: [email protected] | www.flukebiomedical.com

What do I do if I need to keep testing when I get a low battery indication on the VT305?

The VT305 can be connected to mains power using the universal poweradapter and the appropriate prong-set (matched to the mains powerreceptacle). The power adapter connects to the VT305 via the USB cable.Alternatively, if a computer is being used during testing or documentation,you can connect the VT305 directly to the computer via the USB cable. Bothpower and data exchange are provided.

How do I update the firmware in my VT305?

To update firmware in the VT305 do the following:1. You will receive an update file (e.g. filename C0204000.S19) fromFluke Biomedical.2. Remove the micro SD Card from the VT305 and insert the card into your PC.3. Copy the update file onto the microSD Card.4. Remove the micro SD Card from the PC.5. Insert the micro SD Card back into the VT305.6. Restart the device (power on the VT305).7. The screen will show you the update's progress8. When the update is finished, the device will restart by itself.

Why is HF mode on the VT PLUS HF needed?

If you have HFOV units in your ventilator fleet, their performance must be evaluated to ensure that it meets the manufacturer's specifications. VT PLUS HF helps you quickly make the evaluation by simply connecting to the patient Y of the ventilator breathing circuit, making one or a series of measurements, and comparing them to the HFOV control settings and manufacturer's specification tolerances. You can document all this by printing out the graphical and numeric display of data from VT PLUS HF and filing it with your other test data.