Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity (Continued)

The VPAP III ST-A is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the VPAP III ST-A should assure that it is used in such an environment.

Immunity

IEC60601-1-2

Compliance

Electromagnetic environment –

test

test level

level

guidance

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Portable and mobile RF communications

 

 

 

equipment should be used no closer to any

 

 

 

part of the VPAP III ST-A, including cables,

 

 

 

than the recommended separation distance

 

 

 

calculated from the equation applicable to

 

 

 

the frequency of the transmitter.

 

 

 

Recommended separation distance

Conducted RF

3 Vrms

3 Vrms

d = 1.17 P

IEC 61000-4-6

150 kHz to 80 MHz

 

 

Radiated RF

10 V/m

10 V/m

d = 0.35 P 80 MHz to 800 MHz

IEC 61000-4-3

80 MHz to 2.5 GHz

 

 

 

 

 

d = 0.70 P 800 MHz to 2.5 GHz

 

 

 

where P is the maximum output power

 

 

 

rating of the transmitter in watts (W)

 

 

 

according to the transmitter manufacturer

 

 

 

and d is the recommended separation

 

 

 

distance in meters (m).

 

 

 

Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters, as

 

 

 

determined by an electromagnetic site

 

 

 

survey,a should be less than the compliance

 

 

 

level in each frequency range.b

 

 

 

Interference may occur in the vicinity of

 

 

 

equipment marked with the following

 

 

 

symbol:

 

 

 

 

NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.

NOTE 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people.

aField strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the VPAP III ST-A is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the VPAP III ST-A should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the VPAP III ST-A.

bOver the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 10 V/m.

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III ST-A specifications

The ResMed III ST-A is a state-of-the-art ventilator specifically designed for patients with respiratory challenges, particularly those suffering from obstructive sleep apnea, neuromuscular conditions, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It stands out due to its user-friendly features, advanced technologies, and robust performance, making it a preferred choice for both clinicians and patients.

One of the main features of the ResMed III ST-A is its intelligent algorithm designed to optimize minute ventilation. This provides variable support that adapts to the patient's breathing patterns, enhancing comfort and ensuring effective ventilation. By offering a range of modes, including spontaneous timed (ST) and volume-assured pressure support (VAPS), this device caters to various clinical needs, facilitating customized therapy based on individual patient requirements.

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