One:
It is important to select the cuff size that is appropriate to the diameter of the patient's upper arm. Use the "range lines" on the inside of the cuff to determine the correct size cuff to use.

Wrap the cuff snugly around the arm as shown in Fig. 1 The cuff may be worn over a thin shirt. without compromising accuracy or performance. However, it is advised that the cuff is secured using the cuff anchor.

Ensure the air hose from the monitor to the cuff is not compressed, crimped or damaged. Please remember that using the wrong size cuff may give false readings.

Two:
With the patient cable draped over the patient's shoulder, attach an adhesive cuff anchor to the snap on the hose of the cuff bladder as in Fig, 1 and 2. Do not remove the adhesive backing of the cuff anchor at this time.

Before you proceed to Step 3 you should upload the BP Study (refer to back of card). Once all the data is uploaded you may return to this page and complete Step 3.

Three:
Insert the Oscar into its pouch with the LCD showing through the window. Attach the pouch to either the shoulder strap or the belt, (as shown in fig 3) depending on the patient's preference. Finally, with the patient's arm resting at their side attach the cuff anchor to the top of the patient's arm by removing the adhesive backing. This will keep the cuff in place during the study (Refer to fig 1).

Uploading a BP Measurement
 Plan to the Oscar 2 Unit

STEP 5: Connecting the Unit to the Computer

Before you upload a BP measurement plan to the Oscar 2 Unit make sure:

• The AccuWin Pro Software is installed (refer to front of card)

• Batteries are in the unit

• The serial cable is connecting the Oscar 2 unit to the computer

STEP 6: Creating and Uploading a BP Measurement Plan
A BP measurement plan is created in AccuWin Pro by selecting certain parameters (refer to fig. 6) for each patient and then uploading it to the Oscar 2 unit.

1. Start AccuWin Pro.

2. A prompt will appear each time you open AccuWin Pro for user's name. Type in user name. To change user go to FILE then click on Change User This feature is available to allow each user to store his or her own configuration such as report and thresholds.

3. Next you must configure the port but only the first time you set-up the Oscar 2.

Configuring the Port

1. Select the DOWNLOAD function from the file menu then select CONFIGURE PORT

2. Select the communications port to which the PC cable is connected.

3. Select OSCAR 2.

4. Select OK when finished.

Uploading the Data

1. Click on the UPLOAD icon.

2. Follow the pop-up menu.

3. Click on the data fields to enter data.

4. Click OKAY when data entry is complete.

5. The dialog box on screen will show the progress as the data is transferred to the unit.

Uploading Data - The Parameters

In the above Oscar 2 Upload parameters menu, the test parameters will be adjustable in the following ranges:

• Patient name and ID (for reporting and referencing data)

• Max Pressure:              220 to 260mmHg

• Time Periods:               Up to 3, with automatic retry function

• Display:                        On will allow the patient to view the results

• Time Intervals:              5, 10, 15, 30, 45, 60, and 90 minute intervals

• Deflate Mode:              Normal deflate mode is approximately 3 mmHg/sec.
                                      Quick deflate mode is designed to deflate at a faster
                                      than normal rate to enhance patient comfort

       6.    Click Okay when data entry is complete.
       7.    The dialog box on screen will show the progress as the data is transferred to the unit.

 Note: Once the data is uploaded to the unit the first reading will begin in 5 minutes.