Operating Instructions SECULIFEESXTRA Electrosurgical Unit Analyzer 3-349-625-03 3/4.
SECULIFEESXTRA TABLE OF CONTENTS Page WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, NOTICES......................................................................................................... 4 DESCRIPTION SECULIFEESXTRA ELECTROSURGICAL UNIT ANALYZER ....................................... 9 OVERVIEW.............................................................................................................................................. 13 TYPICAL MEASUREMENT CONNECTIONS ...................................................
SECULIFEESXTRA WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, NOTICES WARNING - USERS The SECULIFE ESXTRA Analyzer is for use by skilled technical personnel only. WARNING - USE The SECULIFE ESXTRA Analyzer is intended for testing only and should never be used in diagnostics, treatment or any other capacity where it would come in contact with a patient. WARNING - USE Never touch exposed metal surfaces on test leads or other current-carrying parts while the DUT is activated.
SECULIFEESXTRA WARNING - LIQUIDS Do not submerge or spill liquids on the Analyzer. Do not operate the Analyzer if internal components not intended for use with fluids may have been exposed to fluid, as the internal leakage may have caused corrosion and be a potential hazard. CAUTION - SERVICE The SECULIFE ESXTRA Analyzer is intended to be serviced only by authorized service personnel. Troubleshooting and service procedures should only be performed by qualified technical personnel.
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SECULIFEESXTRA NOTICE – SYMBOLS Symbol ! Description Caution (Consult Manual for Further Information) Per European Council Directive 2002/95/EC, do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste.
SECULIFEESXTRA NOTICE – PERFORMING TESTS REFER TO DUT MANUFACTURER'S SERVICE MANUAL FOR TEST PROCEDURES AND MEASUREMENT LIMITS.
SECULIFEESXTRA DESCRIPTION SECULIFEESXTRA ELECTROSURGICAL UNIT ANALYZER The SECULIFE ESXTRA Electrosurgical Analyzer is a high-accuracy True RMS RF Measurement system designed to be used in the calibration and routine performance verification of Electrosurgical Generators. It offers a higher degree of accuracy than previously attainable with conventional Electrosurgical Unit Analyzer designs.
SECULIFEESXTRA • FOOTSWITCH OUTPUTS FOR TRIGGERING THE DUT • ON-SCREEN DISPLAY OF MEASURMENT CONFIGURATION • THREE USB PORTS FOR KEYBOARD, MOUSE, PRINTER, OR FLASH DRIVE.
SECULIFEESXTRA OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES: BC20 - 00131 ForceTriad PM Accessory Kit BC20 - 00140 Replacement packaging BC20 - 41360 Communications Cable, USB Null Modem BC20 - 00232 BNC To BNC Cable Z699A Footswitch Cable, Unterminated Z699B Footswitch Cable for Covidien ForceFx Z699C Footswitch Cable for Conmed System 5000 Z699D Footswitch Cable for Covidien ForceTriad BC20 - 03004 Footswitch Simulator for Covidien ForceFx and ForceTriad, triggers Cut, Coag, Bipolar TRL - 2420 Tissue Respons
SECULIFEESXTRA OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES (continued): Tissue Response Load Footswitch Simulator Footswitch Simulator Tissue Response Load CQM Cable Differences - Two CQM cables are provided in the standard accessory kit. The only difference between them is that one cable has a small pin and the other does not. The cable with the pin is used to enable the REM circuitry on the DUT. The cable without the pin is used to bypass the REM circuit and allow for shorting of the REM leads.
SECULIFEESXTRA OVERVIEW This section looks at the layout of a SECULIFE ESXTRA and gives descriptions of the elements that are present.
SECULIFEESXTRA TYPICAL MEASUREMENT CONNECTIONS The SECULIFE ESXTRA utilizes an internal Current Transformer and internal precision load resistors for simple configuration of typical Electrosurgical Generator testing. Many of the world's leading Electrosurgical generator manufacturers utilize this exact same technique when they test, service and calibrate their generators. Internal configuration relays allow for simple connections to the DUT.
SECULIFEESXTRA Bipolar: 1) Yellow Active Lead from Active Jack on SECULIFE ESXTRA to DUT Bipolar Output Electrode #1. 2) Blue Lead from Dispersive 1 Jack on SECULIFE ESXTRA to DUT Bipolar Output Electrode #2.
SECULIFEESXTRA External Loads Monopolar: 1) Yellow Active Lead from Active Jack on SECULIFE ESXTRA to DUT Output. 2) Blue Lead from Dispersive 1 Jack on SECULIFE ESXTRA to External Load. 3) External Load to DUT Dispersive.
SECULIFEESXTRA Bipolar: 1) Yellow Active Lead from Active Jack on SECULIFE ESXTRA to DUT Bipolar Output Electrode #1. 2) Blue Lead from Dispersive 1 Jack on SECULIFE ESXTRA to External Load. 3) External Load to DUT Bipolar Output Electrode #2.
SECULIFEESXTRA Tissue Test - This mode evaluates the tissue response function of the DUT. In this mode, the SECULIFE ESXTRA is configured for an external TRL-2420 lamp load. The SECULIFE ESXTRA is connected in series with the load as shown below. The terminals are labeled Return and Active for reference only. The DUT Return terminal shown below is typically not the Patient Return or REM electrode. Refer to the DUT service manual to determine which DUT ports are used for the tissue response output.
SECULIFEESXTRA Leakage 1a - This leakage test, specified by the IEC as Active Electrode to Ground, is for testing the RF leakage to earth ground of an Isolated Output type CF electrosurgical generator from a single active or dispersive lead. The test complies with IEC 601.2.2, sec. 19.101b, fig, 104 and sec. 19.102, adopted by ANSI/AAMI HF18-2001. The purpose of this test is to verify that open circuit RF leakage of the Device Under Test (DUT) meets or exceeds the IEC specification.
SECULIFEESXTRA Leakage 1b - This leakage test, specified by the IEC as Dispersive Electrode to Ground, is for testing the RF leakage to earth ground of an Isolated Output type CF electrosurgical generator from a single active or dispersive lead. The test complies with IEC 601.2.2, sec. 19.101b, fig, 104 and sec. 19.102, adopted by ANSI/AAMI HF18-2001. The purpose of this test is to verify that open circuit RF leakage of the Device Under Test (DUT) meets or exceeds the IEC specification.
SECULIFEESXTRA Leakage 2 - This leakage test, specified by the IEC as Earth Reference Leakage Type BF (Load Between Electrodes), is for testing the leakage to earth ground of a Ground Referenced Output type BF electrosurgical generator from the active output. This test complies with IEC 601.2.2, sec. 19.101a, test 1, fig. 102, and sec. 19.102, adopted by ANSI/AAMI HF18-2001. The purpose of this test is to verify that the RF leakage of the Device Under Test (DUT) meets or exceeds the IEC specification.
SECULIFEESXTRA Leakage 3 - This leakage test, specified by the IEC as Earth Reference Leakage Type BF (Load from Active Electrode to Earth) is for testing the leakage to earth ground of a Ground Referenced Output type BF electrosurgical generator from the active output. This test complies with IEC 601.2.2, sec. 19.101a, test 2, fig. 102, and sec. 19.102, adopted by ANSI/AAMI HF18-2001.
SECULIFEESXTRA GETTING STARTED This section was written to help you get started with the SECULIFE ESXTRA. Examples are given for typical configurations of RF Measurement, REM/ARM/CQM testing, Load Curves and Autosequences. This section will give specific examples of how to configure the SECULIFE ESXTRA plus additional modifications that might help fulfill your specific testing requirements. MEASURE RF ENERGY Scenario 1 - I need to measure monopolar current with a 500 ohm load.
SECULIFEESXTRA 5) Press the Test Load button to open the load configuration box. The screen should look like the following: NOTE: The SECULIFE ESXTRA can be configured to use internal loads, external loads, or a combination of both. First select the Load Mode, then enter the desired internal and external loads. The total load will automatically be updated. For most testing, the internal loads will be sufficient. 6) Press the Button next to Internal Load and enter 500 in the number pad.
SECULIFEESXTRA Scenario 2 - I need to measure mA and Watts of a Bipolar output with a 300 ohm Load. I want the SECULIFE ESXTRA to trigger the DUT with the footswitch output. Solution: 1) Select Measure RF Energy from the main menu. 2) Connect one Bipolar output from the DUT to the Active input on the SECULIFE ESXTRA. If you are using the cables from the SECULIFE ESXTRA accessory kit, use the Yellow Lead.
SECULIFEESXTRA 6) Press the Display Parameters button and select Two Readings from the Select Screen menu. NOTE: By default mA RMS and Watts RMS are shown when Two Readings are selected. Each position can display any of the SECULIFE ESXTRA measurements by pressing the corresponding measurement button.
SECULIFEESXTRA 7) Press the Configure Footswitch button to open the Footswitch Setup box. 8) Use the dropdown arrow under Select Output to select the Biploar output. 9) Use the dropdown arrow under Activation Timeout to select the maximum time the DUT will be triggered. NOTE: The footswitch output selection is only valid for footswitch cables that are designed for a specific DUT, such as the Z699B or Z699C.
SECULIFEESXTRA Scenario 3 – I need to measure the mA output of a Hyfrecator (ground referenced generator) with a 100 ohm load. I don’t have a footswitch cable, so I will trigger the DUT myself. Solution: 1) Select Measure RF Energy from the main menu. 2) Connect the Active output from the DUT to the Active input on the SECULIFE ESXTRA. If you are using the cables from the SECULIFE ESXTRA accessory kit, use the Yellow Lead.
SECULIFEESXTRA 4) Press the Test Load button to open the load configuration box. The screen should look like the following: NOTE: The SECULIFE ESXTRA can be configured to use internal loads, external loads, or a combination of both. First select the Load Mode, then enter the desired internal and external loads. The total load will automatically be updated. For most testing, the internal loads will be sufficient. 5) Press the Button next to Internal Load and enter 100 in the number pad.
SECULIFEESXTRA MEASURE RF LEAKAGE Leakage Test 1a - I need to measure the leakage current from an Active lead to ground of a type CF ESU generator. Solution: 1) Select Measure RF Leakage from the main menu. 2) If the Leakage selection at the top of the screen does not show Leakage 1a, press the button and select Leakage 1a from the test mode menu. 3) Connect the Active output from the DUT to the Active input on the SECULIFE ESXTRA.
SECULIFEESXTRA Leakage Test 1b - I need to measure the leakage current from the dispersive (REM) port to ground. Solution: 1) Select Measure RF Leakage from the main menu. 2) If the Leakage selection at the top of the screen does not show Leakage 1b, press the button and select Leakage 1b from the test mode menu. 3) Connect the Dispersive output from the DUT to the Dispersive inputs on the SECULIFE ESXTRA.
SECULIFEESXTRA 5) Key the DUT. The SECULIFE ESXTRA will show the mA RMS measurement in the display. Leakage Test 2 - I need to measure the leakage current from the dispersive (REM) port to ground. I need to have a 200 ohm load from Active to Ground during the test. Solution: 1) Select Measure RF Leakage from the main menu. 2) If the Leakage selection at the top of the screen does not show Leakage 3, press the button and select Leakage 3 from the test mode menu.
SECULIFEESXTRA 6) Key the DUT. The SECULIFE ESXTRA will show the mA RMS measurement in the display. Leakage Test 3 - I need to measure the leakage current from the dispersive (REM) port to ground. I need to have a 200 ohm load from Active to Ground during the test. Solution: 1) Select Measure RF Leakage from the main menu. 2) If the Leakage selection at the top of the screen does not show Leakage 3, press the button and select Leakage 3 from the test mode menu.
SECULIFEESXTRA 4) Connect the Dispersive output from the DUT to the Dispersive inputs on the SECULIFE ESXTRA. If you are using the cables from the SECULIFE ESXTRA accessory kit, use the Blue cable without the clear pin. 5) Connect earth ground port on the SECULIFE ESXTRA to the ground lug on the back of the DUT. If you are using the cables from the SECULIFE ESXTRA accessory kit, use the green cable and green alligator clip.
SECULIFEESXTRA REM / ARM / CQM TEST Scenario 1 - I need to test the REM function on my generator. The service manual says that the REM alarm should be Normal at 35 ohms. Solution: 1) Select REM/ARM/CQM from the main menu. 2) Press the CQM Resistance button and enter 35 in the number pad. The screen should look like the following: 3) Connect the Dispersive output from the DUT to the Dispersive inputs on the SECULIFE ESXTRA.
SECULIFEESXTRA Scenario 2 - I need to test the REM function on my generator. The service manual says that the REM alarm should occur if the resistance increases by 40%. Solution: 1) Select REM/ARM/CQM from the main menu. 2) Press the CQM Resistance button and enter a resistance that should result in a normal CQM state, in this example we will use 50 ohms. 3) Press the Change By Percent button and enter 40 in the number pad.
SECULIFEESXTRA LOAD CURVES Load Curve Scenario 1 - I need to run a bipolar load curve at 60 Watts with loads from 100 to 1000 ohms, measuring every 100 ohms. I am testing a ForceFx generator and want the SECULIFE ESXTRA to automatically configure and trigger the DUT. Solution: 1) Select Load Curves from the main menu. 2) Select Configure Load Curve from the Load Curve Menu.
SECULIFEESXTRA 7) Press the Setup Power tab at the top of the screen to configure the power setting for the test. 8) Select the Single Power Level tab to configure the test for one power setting. 9) Press the DUT Power setting button and enter 60 in the number pad. The screen should look like the following: 10)Press the DUT tab at the top of the screen to configure the settings for the DUT trigger. 11)Select the SECULIFE ESXTRA option for DUT activation.
SECULIFEESXTRA 12) For the DUT setup press the dropdown arrow next to Manual Setup to select Setup By Model. 13) Use the dropdown arrow to set the DUT Output to Bipolar. 14) Use the dropdown arrow to set the DUT mode to the desired bipolar output mode. The screen should now look like the following: 15) Connect the SECULIFE ESXTRA to the DUT. Connect the Yellow cable from the Active port on the SECULIFE ESXTRA to one of the Bipolar outputs on the DUT.
SECULIFEESXTRA Load Curve Scenario 2 - I need to run a pure cut 300 Watt load curve, but there isn't a footswitch cable available for my DUT. I need to test my DUT at 50, 300, 500, 800, and 1500 ohms. Solution: 1) Select Load Curves from the main menu. 2) Select Configure Load Curve from the Load Curve Menu. 3) Press The Setup Loads tab at the top of the screen to configure the Loads 4) Select the List Based Loads option to configure the list of loads to be used for the test.
SECULIFEESXTRA 8) Press the Setup Power tab at the top of the screen to configure the power setting for the test. 9) Select the Single Power Level tab to configure the test for one power setting. 10) Press the DUT Power setting button and enter 300 in the number pad. The screen should look like the following: 11) Press the DUT tab at the top of the screen to configure the settings for the DUT trigger. 12) Select the Operator option for DUT activation.
SECULIFEESXTRA 13)Connect the SECULIFE ESXTRA to the DUT. Connect the Yellow cable from the Active port on the SECULIFE ESXTRA to active output on the DUT. Connect the Blue cable from the Dispersive ports of the SECULIFE ESXTRA to the return on the DUT. 14)Press Save Configuration on the SECULIFE ESXTRA to save the Load Curve settings to a file for future use, or Press Start Load Curve to begin the test. You will be prompted when to start and stop keying the generator.
SECULIFEESXTRA AUTOSEQUENCES RF Measure: I need to configure an Autosequence step to take an RF current measurement with a 200 ohm load. My measurement tolerance is 315mA, ±25mA. Solution: 1) From the Autosequence menu, select Create New Sequence. Then press Add Step. 2) Select the desired location for the new step and press OK. 3) The new step will always default to an instruction type step. Select the RF Energy / Leakage option button near the bottom of the screen.
SECULIFEESXTRA 9) Press the Test Load button again or the Red X button to close the Load Configuration menu. 10)Press the Tolerance option button at the bottom of the screen to configure the tolerance for the RF measurement. 11)The DUT output mode and output type and power setting can be selected at the top of the screen. These are informational only and do not have any effect on the test or measurement. 12)Use the dropdown arrow under Expected Reading to change the tolerance mode to Equal to (Value).
SECULIFEESXTRA Load Curve - I need to run a pure cut 300 Watt load curve, and there isn't a footswitch cable available for my DUT. I need to take 10 measurements with loads from 50 to 5000 ohms. Solution: 1) From the Autosequence menu, select Add Step. 2) Select the desired location for the new step and press OK. 3) The new step will always default to an instruction type step. Select the Load Curve option button near the bottom of the screen.
SECULIFEESXTRA 6) Press the Meter Setup button to configure the load curve. 7) Press The Setup Loads tab at the top of the screen to configure the Loads 8) Press the Load resistance setting for the First Load and enter 50 in the number pad. 9) Press the Load resistance setting for the Last Load and enter 5000 in the number pad. 10)Press the resistance setting in the Total Steps in Test option and enter 10 in the number pad.
SECULIFEESXTRA 11) Press the Setup Power tab at the top of the screen to configure the power setting for the test. 12) Select the Single Power Level tab to configure the test for one power setting. 13) Press the DUT Power setting button and enter 300 in the number pad. The screen should look like the following: 14) The configuration is complete for this step. Press Back to Step Edit and then Done to return to the Autosequence Summary screen. Auto CQM - I need to test the CQM input on my generator.
SECULIFEESXTRA 5) Press the Instructions to Operator text box to enter any instructions that the user might need to perform at this step of the autosequence. 6) Press the Meter Setup button to configure the settings for the REM test. 7) Select the Auto CQM option at the top of the screen. 8) Select the Step Values tab to configure the CQM resistance to be used.
SECULIFEESXTRA 9) Press the First Load button and enter 120 in the number pad. 10) Press the Last Load button and enter 145 ohms. 11) Press the Step Loads By button and enter 1 in the number pad. 12) Select the option button for Stop when CQM alarm occurs. 13) Press the Set Tolerance button to configure the Pass/Fail limits for the test. Since the requirement is to alarm at 135 ± 5 ohms, set the CQM Trip point for 135 ohms. 14) Press the Trip Upper limit button and enter 140 in the number pad.
SECULIFEESXTRA MAIN SCREEN The SECULIFE ESXTRA boots to the main screen by default. The power up screen can be changed in the System Setup screen. The main screen provides a quick way to select the desired operating mode. Autosequences This mode provides for automated DUT testing. Autosequences can consist of any combination of user instructions, RF measurements, Load Curves, or CQM tests. Autosequences can be edited, loaded, and saved to either on board memory or external USB flash drives.
SECULIFEESXTRA REM/ARM/CQM This mode allows the user to test the REM/ARM/CQM function of the DUT. The resistance can be manually entered, adjusted by a specific resistance, or adjusted by a percent of resistance. This mode also has the ability to set the CQM load to an open circuit. Measure RF Leakage This mode provides for RF Leakage measurements. The user can configure the SECULIFE ESXTRA for the desired RF Leakage measurement including Pulsed/Continuous waveform measurement, load setting, etc.
SECULIFEESXTRA AUTOSEQUENCES The autosequence is a programmable procedure for performing testing on a generator. The autosequence can consist of any combination of user instructions, RF measurements, Load Curves, or CQM tests. Once an autosequence is created, it can be saved as a secure sequence, which cannot be modified. The following image shows the main autosequence menu, where the user can load an autosequence, view previously saved test results, or create new autosequences.
SECULIFEESXTRA When a step is selected, it is highlighted in blue and expanded to show the step details. When a step is not selected, the background is white and only the essential details of the step are shown. The following buttons are available in this screen. New - This button will create a new autosequence. Open - This button will show the file open dialog box that will open an existing autosequence. Save - This button will show the file save dialog box.
SECULIFEESXTRA Edit Step - This button will show the edit step window, shown below. Each step has a field for the step title and instructions to the user. These fields must be entered using an external keyboard or remotely with a PC. Each step can be configured as an Instruction Only, RF Energy/ Leakage, Load Curve, or REM/ARM/CQM step by selecting the appropriate option button at the bottom of the step edit screen.
SECULIFEESXTRA Auto Advance on Pass - This setting allows for automatically stepping through the autosequence if a measurement passes the tolerance limits that are configured for the selected step. Auto Capture - When enabled, this setting will automatically capture and validate the DUT output when the current step is reached during the autosequence. If unchecked, the autosequence will show instructions to the user and the user must manually select the meter display and capture an RF measurement.
SECULIFEESXTRA When the DUT Setup is set to Setup by Model, the user selects the DUT manufacturer and model as well as the desired output mode. The SECULIFE ESXTRA handles all of the RS 232 and footswitch output setup. RF Energy / Leakage Step - All of the options in the standard RF measurement and leakage modes are available in the RF Energy / Leakage step configuration.
SECULIFEESXTRA The user must configure both the SECULIFE ESXTRA meter as well as the measurement tolerance. To setup the tolerance, select the Tolerance option button at the bottom of the screen. DUT Output Mode - This setting is for display only, to identify to the user the output mode used. DUT Output Type - This setting is for display only, to identify the type of output to be measured. DUT Power Setting - This setting represents what the DUT should be set to for the current step.
SECULIFEESXTRA Load Curve Step - All of the options in the standard load curve are available to the load curve step configuration. The tabs across the top of the screen allow the user to configure the Loads, Power settings to be used, and the Meter configuration for the Load Curve. Setup Loads Tab - The loads can be configured as either a step based load change or a list based load change. For the step based loads, the user enters the first load to be used and the last load to be used.
SECULIFEESXTRA For list based loads, the following screen is shown, allowing the user to select specific resistances to be used for the test. The load configuration list can be saved to a file or loaded from a previously saved list. The loads are automatically sorted by value as they are added to the list. Single Power Level Tab - For the load curve power configuration, the user can set the SECULIFE ESXTRA to run the load curve at a single power level or multiple power levels.
SECULIFEESXTRA Multiple Power Levels Tab - When using multiple power levels, the configuration options are similar to the Load config. The user can select either step based power levels based on a fixed change in watts or based on the number of desired steps in the test. For list based power levels, the user can enter any combination of power settings to use for the load curve, as shown below. The power configuration list can be saved to a file or loaded from a previously saved list.
SECULIFEESXTRA Setup Meter Tab - The measurement mode for the load curve can be configured in the Setup Meter Tab. This screen allows for the selection of the Input Range, Input Mode, and Averaging Rate. These settings are adjustable to match the waveform or device being tested. For more information on measurement modes, refer to the RF Measurement chapter of the manual on page 70. Manual CQM Step - CQM autosequence steps can be configured as manual or automatic tests.
SECULIFEESXTRA Auto CQM Step - Auto CQM steps allow for greater automation of the autosequence. Auto CQM steps can be configured as a single resistance test point or as an automatic sweep of CQM resistances where the CQM status is tested for normal or alarm conditions. Auto Advance on Pass - This setting allows for automatically stepping through the autosequence if the CQM status matches the expected setting.
SECULIFEESXTRA Step Values Tab - This tab allows the user to configure a series of CQM resistances to be stepped through. The CQM resistance can be configured to step by a fixed resistance amount or by a fixed number of steps across a range or resistances. At each step, the DUT CQM state is evaluated. The test can be configured to stop when either an alarm or normal CQM state occurs. The Set Tolerance button is used to determine the pass / fail parameters.
SECULIFEESXTRA List Values Tab - This allows the user to configure a list of CQM resistances that are used in the test. During the test the CQM resistance will be sequentially set to the values shown in the CQM resistance list. The step can be configured to stop when the CQM state is either alarm or normal. The Set Tolerance button is used to determine the pass / fail parameters. The CQM resistance will be stepped until the CQM state is either normal or alarm as programmed in the step.
SECULIFEESXTRA Running the Autosequence: When an autosequence is started, the user is first prompted to enter information about the DUT. The data can be entered by pressing on one of the fields and entering the information from the onscreen keyboard, external keyboard, or barcode scanner. Instruction Only Steps - These steps will display the instructions that the user is supposed to follow before proceeding to the next step.
SECULIFEESXTRA RF Energy / Leakage steps - These steps will begin by showing the operator the step title and instructions. After the instructions are read, pressing the Show Meter button will allow the operator to perform the measurement. If the step is setup for the operator to trigger the DUT, the operator must activate the DUT and then press Capture to analyze the measurement and validate the step.
SECULIFEESXTRA Load Curve Steps - This step will begin by showing the operator the step title and instructions. After the instructions are read, pressing the Show Meter button will allow the operator to perform the load curve. At the end of the load curve, the operator can view the measurements or rerun the load curve. The operator must manually validate the test by pressing the Pass or Fail box.
SECULIFEESXTRA Manual CQM Step - This step shows both the instructions and the step configuration. If the step has been configured to allow the user to adjust the CQM resistance, the following screen will be shown. The user must manually determine the pass or fail status of this step. Auto CQM Step - The automated CQM step also shows the instructions to the user as well as the CQM resistance.
SECULIFEESXTRA Autosequence Results - After all of the steps have been completed, the result screen will be shown. This screen indicates whether the test passed or failed. Save Results - This button allows the user to save the autosequence results to a file. Print Summary - This button allows the user to print only the test header and test summary sections. Print Details - This button allows the user to print the test header, test summary, and details of each autosequence step.
SECULIFEESXTRA MEASURE RF ENERGY This screen configures the SECULIFE ESXTRA to measure the RF output of an Electrosurgical Generator. From this screen the user can configure the measurement, the test load, the parameters on the screen, and even trigger the DUT. The measurement mode can be configured using the keys around the top and right side of the screen. The buttons are described below in a clockwise sequence starting with the back arrow.
SECULIFEESXTRA Tissue Test - This button is used to initiate the Tissue Test mode. This mode evaluates the tissue response function of the DUT. In this mode, the SECULIFE ESXTRA is configured for an external TRL2420 lamp load. The SECULIFE ESXTRA is connected in series with the load as shown below. The Tissue Response Test will monitor the current in the load as the lamp heats up. When the current reaches the Tissue Response Trip point in the DUT, the generator output will automatically deactivate.
SECULIFEESXTRA Pulsed Mode Only Pulsed and Continuous Mode Mode Parameter Abbreviation Description mV RMS mV This is the mV measured directly from the RF current transformer. mA RMS mA This is the converted mA measurement based on the RF transformer mV to mA attenuation ratio. Power in Watts Watts This is the computed power based on load setting and mA measured. mV Peak mV Pk This is the maximum mV measured in the buffer. NOTE: This is shown as an absolute value.
SECULIFEESXTRA Show Graph -This key allows the user to display a graph of the latest RF measurement. Graphs can be saved and loaded from internal memory or external USB storage. Show Graph Buttons – Back Arrow – Returns to RF Measurement Screen Save – Stores waveform to a comma delimited file. This file can then be imported into Microsoft® Excel. Load – Opens previously saved waveform data. Hold – Stops the waveform measurement update.
SECULIFEESXTRA Averaging - This key allows the user to select the FAST, MEDIUM, or SLOW averaging mode. Fast averaging will provide a quick response to incoming signals. Slow averaging will provide a more stable display, but will be slower to respond to small changes in the RF input signal. The value for the Averaging settings can be configured in the System Setup screen. Input Range - Allows the user to select the range for the RF input. The range can be selected as 100mV, 1000mV, or Auto range.
SECULIFEESXTRA Generator Type - The buttons labeled "Isolated" and "Gnd Ref" allow the user to select whether the DUT being tested has an isolated output or ground referenced output. Some generators such as Hyfrecators do not have a return pad and rely on earth ground as the current return path. When testing these generators, select Gnd Ref and the SECULIFE ESXTRA will configure the variable load to measure current from the active input to earth ground.
SECULIFEESXTRA POWER LOAD CURVES The power load curve allows the user to test and graph the power output of the DUT. The loads used and DUT power settings are programmable. The SECULIFE ESXTRA can be configured to trigger the DUT using one of the five footswitch relay outputs. For further automation, the RS-232 port can be used to configure the DUT output mode and power level during the Load Curve.
SECULIFEESXTRA Load Config Tab – The loads can be configured as either a step based load change or a list based load change. For the step based loads, the user enters the first load to be used and the last load to be used. Then the SECULIFE ESXTRA steps the loads by either a fixed resistance or by a calculated amount to achieve a fixed number of steps for the test.
SECULIFEESXTRA Multiple Power Levels Tab - When using multiple power levels, the configuration options are similar to the Load config. The user can select either step based power levels based on a fixed change in watts or based on the number of desired steps in the test. For list based power levels, the user can enter any combination of power settings to use for the load curve, as shown below.
SECULIFEESXTRA Meter Setup Tab - This screen allows for the selection of the input range, input mode, and averaging rate. These settings are adjustable to match the waveform or device being tested. For more information on measurement modes, refer to the RF Measurement chapter of the manual on page 70. DUT-Setup - The DUT can be triggered by the Operator or the SECULIFE ESXTRA, as shown below. When Operator is selected, the user will be prompted when to activate or deactivate the ESU.
SECULIFEESXTRA When SECULIFE ESXTRA is selected as the trigger source, the activation can be setup manually or by DUT manufacturer and model. For Manual Setup, the user selects the desired footswitch output to be used. If RS-232 is enabled, the user also selects the baud rate and enters commands to be used for DUT setup and control. When entering commands use "%P" to represent the power level. In the example below, SECULIFE ESXTRA would send the command ":FTP300" when setting the power level to 300 watts.
SECULIFEESXTRA As the load curve runs, the screen will be updated with the measured power from the DUT. At the end of the load curve, there will be buttons available to save the load curve results or view the individual data points. REM/ARM/CQM The REM/ARM/CQM key from the main menu will access the Return Electrode Control Quality Monitor Test. This menu allows for the user to control the resistance between the blue CQM terminals on the front of the SECULIFE ESXTRA.
SECULIFEESXTRA CQM Resistance - The CQM resistance can be entered directly be pressing on the resistance indicator button. The maximum CQM resistance is 500 ohms. Change by Ohms - These buttons allow the user to adjust the CQM resistance up or down by a set number of ohms. The maximum step size is 500 ohms. Change by Percent - These buttons allow the user to adjust the CQM resistance up or down by a percentage of the current resistance. Maximum percent change is 500%.
SECULIFEESXTRA Back Arrow - Pressing the back arrow takes the user to the Main Screen. Hold Key - The Hold key toggles the Hold mode. Measurements are not updated while in the Hold mode. Leakage Mode - This button allows the user to select which measurement mode is to be used. There are four leakage measurement modes available.
SECULIFEESXTRA Leakage 2 - This leakage test, specified by the IEC as Earth Reference Leakage Type BF (Load Between Electrodes), is for testing the leakage to earth ground of a Ground Referenced Output type BF electrosurgical generator from the active output. This test complies with IEC 601.2.2, sec. 19.101a, test 1, fig. 102, and sec. 19.102, adopted by ANSI/AAMI HF18-2001. The purpose of this test is to verify that the RF leakage of the Device Under Test (DUT) meets or exceeds the IEC specification.
SECULIFEESXTRA Display Parameters - This key allows the user to select the number of measurements, or zones, that are shown on the screen. 6 Screen configurations are available, 5 Display Screens which have 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 display zones respectively, and a Measurement List Screen which shows all available measurements.
SECULIFEESXTRA Input Mode - Allows the user to select the mode for the RF measurement. The mode can be selected as Continuous or Pulsed. Test Load - This button shows a menu that allows the user to select internal load mode, external load mode, or the combination of internal/external loads. The menu also allows for the selection of the internal and external load values.
SECULIFEESXTRA Activate Footswitch - This button is used to trigger the footswitch output for the duration that is configured in the Footswitch Setup menu. The footswitch can be deactivated before the activation timeout period by pressing the Activate Footswitch button a second time. While the footswitch output is active, the Activate Footswitch button will remain highlighted with a yellow background.
SECULIFEESXTRA SYSTEM TOOLS The tools screen allows the user to adjust system settings as well as update the SECULIFE ESXTRA firmware or calibrate the touchscreen. There are two pages of system tools. The arrows at the bottom of the page navigate through the system setup pages. The round indicators at the bottom of the screen identify which page is currently viewed.
SECULIFEESXTRA Time Zone - This setting allows the user to localize the SECULIFE ESXTRA to the user's time zone. NOTE: WHEN CHANGING THE TIME ZONE, THE SYSTEM MUST BE REBOOTED BEFORE THE CHANGE TAKES EFFECT. Calibrate Touchscreen - This button allows the user to calibrate the touchscreen using a 4, 7, or 20 point calibration. Once calibration is started, follow the on - screen prompts to perform the calibration System Setup - This screen allows the user to configure the SECULIFE ESXTRA.
SECULIFEESXTRA Volume - This sets the volume for the SECULIFE ESXTRA. Startup Screen - This selects the screen that is loaded as the SECULIFE ESXTRA powers up. Serial Number - This is a read only display of the SECULIFE ESXTRA serial number. Profiles - Profiles are used to save the measurement configuration, averaging settings, volume, and startup screen. If the user wants to change how the SECULIFE ESXTRA powers up, the settings can be modified and then saved to a profile.
SECULIFEESXTRA FTP Update: The system will default to updating from the internet and will indicate to the user whether the FTP site is reachable. If it is, an Update button will appear at the bottom of the screen. When the Update button is pressed, the SECULIFE ESXTRA will connect to the FTP server and check for available updates to the system. The user can perform all updates at once or select the software to update by using the check boxes.
SECULIFEESXTRA The process for updating the system is to download the updated files, backup the existing software, install the new software, and reboot if necessary.
SECULIFEESXTRA Update from Flash Disk - When updating from flash disk, the user must individually update the Firmware, Software, and Operating System. Firmware update files should begin with the filename DT7378 and have an extension of ".S19". Software update files should begin with the filename "SECULIFE ESXTRA_", end with the revision code and have an extension of ".exe". Operating system files should begin with "NK_" and have an extension of ".bin".
SECULIFEESXTRA Networking - The networking screen shows the current network information and allows the user to select DHCP (automatic) or Static IP address mode. Address Type - The user can select whether the IP address is received automatically from a DHCP server or configured for a Static IP address. NOTE: AFTER CHANGING THE ADDRESS TYPE, THE SYSTEM WILL NEED TO BE REBOOTED FOR THE CHANGES TO TAKE EFFECT.
SECULIFEESXTRA Remote Mode - This mode allows the SECULIFE ESXTRA to be controlled from a remote PC on a network. To activate Remote mode, connect the SECULIFE ESXTRA to the network. Then press the Go To Remote Mode button. The SECULIFE ESXTRA can guide the operator through the process of setting up the remote mode connection.
SECULIFEESXTRA To return to local mode, press the Go To Local Mode button either in the remote PC display or on the SECULIFE ESXTRA. CERHost Configuration - The PC display may flicker or show lines in it based on the SECULIFE ESXTRAOperating mode. To fix this, go to the Config menu on the CERHost application under Tools | Config and set the update to Whole Screen instead of Line by Line.
SECULIFEESXTRA Go To Internet - This button can be used to open internet explorer or to simply validate that the network connection is functioning properly. RS-232 Terminal - This button opens the terminal screen, which allows for a direct RS 232 connection to the DUT. A Null modem is required to connect the SECULIFE ESXTRA to a PC. Some devices require RS-232 commands to enable calibration or service modes. To send data from the SECULIFE ESXTRA terminal, an external keyboard is required.
SECULIFEESXTRA Push To Show (Hide) Cursor - When using a PS/2 type mouse, the cursor will not be displayed automatically. This button is used to toggle the mouse cursor when using a PS/2 type mouse. System Maintenance - This button is used by the manufacturer to calibrate and debug the SECULIFE ESXTRA. Revision Log - The revision log contains a list of changes that have been made with each revision of the firmware, software, or OS.
SECULIFEESXTRA COMMON DIALOG BOXES Five dialog boxes are used for common user interface functions. The dialog boxes on the SECULIFE ESXTRA are File Open, File Save, Keypad, Numpad, and Print. File Open - To open any given file, browse to it in the File List and then either double click on it or click on the file once and then on the OK button. Exit any time by pressing the Cancel button.
SECULIFEESXTRA File Save - To save any given file, browse to the desired folder, then press the file name box to open the keypad dialog box. Enter the desired file name and press the OK button. Exit any time by pressing the Cancel button.
SECULIFEESXTRA Keypad - This screen allows the user to enter alphanumeric data into the SECULIFE ESXTRA. SHIFT - The shift key toggles between upper/lowercase characters and numbers/symbols for a single key entry. CAPS - The caps key toggles between upper/lowercase characters and numbers/symbols until it is manually disabled. Cancel - Exits the screen without submitting any values. Clear - Clears the current text entry box. Enter - Exits the screen and submits the data in the text entry window.
SECULIFEESXTRA Numpad - This screen is used for numeric data entry. Back Arrow - Deletes a single digit from the entered number. Cancel - Exits the screen without returning any data. Clear - Clears the current data entry box. Enter - Exits the screen and returns the data in the number entry window. An external keyboard may also be used to enter data into the numpad entry window. Pressing the Enter key on the keyboard is the same as pressing the Enter key on the screen.
SECULIFEESXTRA Local Printing - Local printers are connected to the SECULIFE ESXTRA through a USB port. The following is an example configuration for local printing. Printer - Select PCL Inkjet or PCL Laserjet based on the type of printer connected to the SECULIFE ESXTRA. Even if the printer name shows up in the list, i.e. OfficeJet H470, select the generic PCL Inkjet or Laserjet instead. Port - Select LPT2: for local printing.
SECULIFEESXTRA Network Printing - Networked printers are connected to a PC on the network. The SECULIFE ESXTRA must also be connected to the same network. The following is an example configuration for network printing. Printer - Select PCL Inkjet or PCL Laserjet based on the type of printer connected to the SECULIFE ESXTRA. Even if the printer name shows up in the list, i.e. OfficeJet H470, select the generic PCL Inkjet or Laserjet instead. Port - Select Network for network printing.
SECULIFEESXTRA Paper Size - Set to Letter for proper operation. Draft Mode - This will print with a reduced quality but slightly faster. Color - Only available for color printers. Print Range - Leave setting at "All". Orientation - Leave setting at "Portrait". Margins - These are currently unused. The SECULIFE ESXTRA uses margins of 0.5 inches. NOTE: THE FIRST TIME A NETWORK PRINTER IS USED, YOU MAY BE PROMPTED FOR A USERNAME, PASSWORD, AND DOMAIN NAME.
SECULIFEESXTRA ERROR MESSAGES The SECULIFE ESXTRA continuously monitors for various system faults. If a fault occurs, the user will be notified by a warning message as shown below. When the user presses the OK button, the warning message is cleared from the screen. After a failure has been detected, the main screen will display an icon indicating that faults are present, as shown below.
SECULIFEESXTRA Pressing on the caution icon will display the active faults and the status of the faults. When a fault has been cleared, such as a blocked fan or system overtemperature, pressing the Reset Cleared Faults button will remove the fault from the list. Once all faults are cleared, the caution icon will be removed from the main screen. The following table shows all of the faults that are monitored by the system.
SECULIFEESXTRA Message No Response from DUT ForceTriad Version Error Description Recovery Action The SECULIFE ESXTRA expected RS-232 data from the DUT and did not receive it. Check the RS-232 cable to ensure that it is seated completely on the SECULIFE ESXTRA and DUT. The Autosequence is only compatible with ForceTriads running firmware 3.50. This error will occur if you are trying to use the ForceTriad PM Autosequence on a unit with software version less than 3.50. Go to www.valleylab.
SECULIFEESXTRA The Universal Power Supply takes a Standard Power Adapter Cable with Small Standard Product Plug and Required International Connector (See Options Below).
SECULIFEESXTRA DFA® TECHNOLOGY DFA® Digital Fast Acquisition Technology is a revolutionary new method of measuring ESU generator output power. A high-speed analog to digital converter is used to digitize the high frequency, high power output of the ESU generator. An RF Current Transformer is used to convert the current signal to a voltage signal, which is read by the analog to digital converter. By digitizing the signal a more accurate, frequency independent measurement can be made.
SECULIFEESXTRA The accessory Z699A is an unterminated footswitch cable. Shown below are the connections for each wire.
SECULIFEESXTRA COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL The communication protocol provides a means to completely configure and use the SECULIFE ESXTRA from a PC. All of the functions available through the front panel can be performed through the communication ports. All of the measurements made by the SECULIFE ESXTRA are accessible as well. This provides for hands free or automated operation of the SECULIFE ESXTRA. Communication Ports The SECULIFE ESXTRA has three USB ports that can be used to connect to a PC.
SECULIFEESXTRA Some commands allow for reading and writing data and some commands are Read Only. To indicate a read function, a question mark (?) is placed at the end of the command path. For example, a write command to change the internal load resistance to 100 ohms would be "CONFigure:RFMeasure:LOAD:INTernal 100", where indicates a carriage-return. For example, a mArms read command would be "READ:MArms?", which would return a value of "xxx.
SECULIFEESXTRA CONFigure Subsystem This group allows the user to setup the display and operational settings for the unit. Note that there are independent settings for the Measure RF Energy screen and the Measure RF Leakage screen.
SECULIFEESXTRA CONFigure :RFLeakage :MODE LKG1A | LKG1B | LKG2 | LKG3 :DISPlay :SxZy nn S = display_screen_number Z = zone_number display_screen_number = 1-6 nn = Parameter for selected Zone 1 = One Parameter 0 = mV RMS 8 = kHz 2 = Two Parameters 1 = mA RMS 9 = Time-Pulse On 3 = Three Parameters 2 = Watts RMS 10 = Time-Pulse Off 4 = Four Parameters 3 = mV Peak 11 = Time-Total Cycle 5 = Five Parameters 4 = mV Pk-Pk 12 = % Duty Cycle 6 = Display All Parameters 5 = mV Pk / mV Pk-Pk 1
SECULIFEESXTRA CONFigure :CQM :HOLD :LOAD OPEN or Open circuit or 0-500 (ohms) :COHMs Range 0-500, sets the amout to change the CQM resistance when the ohms UP/Down buttons are used :UP Same as pressing Change by Ohms Up button :DOWN Same as pressing Change by Ohms Down button :POHMs Range 0-500, sets the amount to change the CQM resistance when the percent UP/Down buttons are used :UP Same as pressing Change by Percent Up button :DOWN Same as
SECULIFEESXTRA READ Subsystem This group allows the user to get measurements from the unit.
SECULIFEESXTRA STATus Sub-system This subsystem provides status on the operating mode of the unit including messages that would normally be seen on the display.
SECULIFEESXTRA Common Command Group This subsystem provides access to common SCPI commands. KEYWORD COMMENTS *IDN? Read Only, Returns the following information: Manufacturer, Model, Serial Number, Firmware Version, Software Version, OS Version. *RST Write Only, Resets unit to default power up state. If selected, the saved profile is loaded, see Profiles on page 90.
SECULIFEESXTRA SECULIFE ESXTRA Communication Command Summary From SECULIFE ESXTRA to PC Keywords CONFigure Nodes RFMeasure Subnodes Values DISPlay SxZy nn SCReen Range: 1-6 1-5 = # display zones 6=Measurement List AVERaging FAST, SLOW, MEDium MODE INTernal,EXTernal, INT/EXTernal INTernal 0-6400 ohms EXTernal 0-6400 ohms TOTal? Returns combined load based on internal / external load mode RANGe 100, 1000, AUTo MODE CONTinuous, PULsed TYPE ISOlated, GND LOAD OPEN or 0-500 (ohms) Set
SECULIFEESXTRA Keywords Nodes Values MODE MAIN, RFMeasure, RFLeakage,CQM,Lcurve,ASEQuence, SYStools HOLD ON,OFF (only for RFMeasure, RFLeakage modes) VERsion? [read only] VOLume 0-10 AVERaging FAST 1-200 (samples) MEDium 1-200 (samples) SLOW 1-200 (samples) WINdow 0.0 - 100.
SECULIFEESXTRA Keywords Nodes Bit STATus? 122 Value Subnodes Values Definition 0 1 1 2 2 4 3 8 4 16 5 32 6 64 Tissue Response Test Completed 7 128 Tissue Response Test Readings Started 8 256 Error Present 9 512 mV Out of Range 10 1024 mA Out of Range 11 2048 Watts Out of Range 12 4096 mV Peak Out of Range 13 8192 Crest Factor Out of Range Hold Mode Calibration Mode Tissue Response Test Mode 14 16384 Fan1 Blocked 15 32768 Fan2 Blocked *IDN? Returns Manufa
SECULIFEESXTRA FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) Question Answer What are the new features in the 2.0.3.15 software? There are many new features, see the User's manual for details.
SECULIFEESXTRA Question Answer The RF Measure screen shows mA, but I need to measure watts. Can the SECULIFE ESXTRA measure watts? Yes, press the mA RMS text to select the measurement to be shown. You can also press the Display Parameters button to select how many measurements are shown on the screen at a time. Why do I have two blue REM cables? The cable with the clear pin is used to enable the dual pad function (REM) on the DUT. This cable is used for REM test mode only.
SECULIFEESXTRA LIMITED WARRANTY WARRANTY: GMC-I MESSTECHNIK GMBH WARRANTS ITS NEW PRODUCTS TO BE FREE FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP UNDER THE SERVICE FOR WHICH THEY ARE INTENDED. THIS WARRANTY IS EFFECTIVE FOR TWELVE MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF SHIPMENT. EXCLUSIONS: THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
SECULIFEESXTRA SPECIFICATIONS RF MEASUREMENT INPUT IMPEDANCE 0-6400 Ω CONNECTION 4mm Safety Jack MAXIMUM VOLTAGE 10kV FREQUENCY 10 kHz - 10 MHz MEASUREMENT METHOD Pearson current to voltage converter 0.1V : 1A 100 mV RANGE 0.20 - 70.00 mV RMS 0.01 mV Resolution 1000 mV RANGE 2.0 - 700.0 mV RMS 0.1 mV Resolution 100 mV RANGE 0.20 - 100.0 mV 0.01 mV Resolution 1000 mV RANGE 2.0 - 1000.0 mV 0.
SECULIFEESXTRA CALCULATED RANGES 100 mV RANGE 2.0 - 700.0 mA RMS 0.1 mA Resolution 1000 mV RANGE 20 - 7000 mA RMS 1 mA Resolution 100 mV RANGE 0.0 - 1.0 mV 0.1 mV Resolution 1000 mV RANGE 0.0 - 1.0 mV 0.1 mV Resolution CURRENT VOLTAGE (mV pk, mV pk-pk) POWER 0 - 999.9 W 0.1 W Resolution CREST FACTOR 1.4 - 500 0.1 Resolution PULSE MODE TIMING MEASUREMENT RESOLUTION 0.1 ms ACCURACY ± 0.
SECULIFEESXTRA EMBEDDED COMPUTER MODULE DISPLAY 5.7" QVGA, 320x240 Pixels Color LCD,White LED Backlight TOUCHSCREEN Resistive RAM 512Mb DDR2 DATA STORAGE 2GB, Compact Flash MEMORY EXTERNAL PORTS PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse 10/100 Ethernet 3 USB 1 RS-232 OPERATING SYSTEM Windows CE® 6.0 R2 EXTERNAL DEVICE SUPPORT Most Windows supported USB flash disks, printers, keyboard/mouse / etc.
SECULIFEESXTRA PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION Enclosure - aluminum OPERATING RANGE 15 - 30 °C 20 - 80% RH, Non-Condensing STORAGE RANGE -20 - 60 °C SIZE 198.1 x 381 x 571.5 mm ENCLOSURE ABS Plastic FACE Lexan, Back Printed CONSTRUCTION WEIGHT 14 kg POWER 12 VDC, minimum 4A Kycon 3 position locking receptacle ESU ANALYZER MODES RF MEASUREMENT MODE Allows use as a general purpose RF meter, including current, voltage, power and timing measurement.
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