Revision L MAC™ 3500 Resting ECG Analysis System 4-27
2021337-036
Troubleshooting: Equipment Problems
Equipment Problems
ECG Data Noise
If the acquired ECG data displays unacceptable noise levels:
When troubleshooting noise or signal quality, be sure the problem is not being
caused by poor skin
preparation, or placement and condition of
electrodes.
Careful sk
in preparation is the key to an interference-free ECG.
Signal quality is
in
dicated using Hookup advisor. Click here to learn more about Hook-up
Advisor. Hookup Advisor can be turned on or off in the ECG me
nu.
Se
lect System Setup ECG EC
G Acquisition.
Check for defective or date expired electrodes.
Check for defective, broken, or disconnected leadwires.
Run the Acquisition Module Tests in the Diagnostic menu and make sure all
lead wires pass
the noise test.