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natus Nicolet Viking EDX User Manual

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Nicolet EDX System
Nicolet™ Viking EDX and
Synergy EDX User Guide
Issued January 30, 2020
Version 21 or Newer
269-658300 Rev 04
Nicolet EDX System
User Guide
© 2016 - 2020 Natus
Medical Incorporated or one of its subsidiaries. All rights reserved.
Natus is a registered trademark of Natus Medical Incorporated. All product names appearing on this document are
trademarks or registered trademarks owned, licensed to, promoted or distributed by Natus Medical Incorporated,
its subsidiaries or affiliates. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Table of Contents

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natus Nicolet Viking EDX Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryMedical Equipment
ManufacturerNatus Medical Incorporated
ModelNicolet Viking EDX
ConnectivityUSB, Ethernet
SoftwareNicolet Viking Software
WeightVaries depending on configuration
StimulatorIntegrated electrical stimulator
DimensionsVaries with configuration
ProtocolsEEG, EMG, EP

Summary

Introduction

Technical Description

Overview of the Nicolet EDX system's capabilities for various electrophysiological studies.

Installation and Servicing Instructions

Guidelines for proper system setup, connection verification, and maintenance procedures.

Protective and Equipment Classifications

Details on system safety standards, electrical classifications, and suitability for medical environments.

Intended Use

Defines the system's purpose and expected applications in healthcare settings.

Contraindications of Use

Information on conditions or situations where the system should not be used.

System Basics

Viking EDX Control Panel

Description and layout of the physical control panel for Viking EDX software modes.

Synergy EDX Control Panel

Description and layout of the physical control panel for Synergy EDX software modes.

EMG Control Panel

Description and layout of the physical control panel for EMG operations.

Nicolet EDX Base Unit Rear Panel Icons

Explanation of connectors and indicators found on the rear panel of the EDX Base Unit.

Powering the System

Step-by-step instructions for safely turning the system and connected components on.

Logging In

Procedure for accessing the system software after power-up, including user credentials.

Test Screen Controls

Overview of key interface elements on the test screen for exam navigation and control.

Using the Acquisition Setup Panel

Guide to configuring acquisition parameters for individual or all channels.

Turning the Viking EDX / Synergy EDX System Off

Instructions for safely shutting down the system and its components.

Patient Information

The Patients Screen

Overview of the interface for managing patient records and visits within the software.

Creating a New Patient Information Record

Steps to enter and save new patient demographic and clinical data.

Editing a Patient Information Record

Procedure for modifying existing patient details and information.

Editing a Visit Record

Instructions for updating specific visit-related information for a patient.

Deleting a Patient Information Record

Process for permanently removing patient records from the system.

About NicVue (Option)

Description of the NicVue database feature for patient and exam management.

Performing an Exam

Summary of Steps

A high-level outline of the essential sequence for conducting a patient exam.

Viking EDX Motor Nerve Conduction Study

Detailed procedure for performing a Motor Nerve Conduction Study using Viking EDX.

Synergy EDX Motor Nerve Conduction Study

Detailed procedure for performing a Motor Nerve Conduction Study using Synergy EDX.

Setting up the System

Essential steps to prepare the system for patient examinations.

Example Motor Nerve Conduction Test

A practical walkthrough of conducting a Motor Nerve Conduction test.

Acquire the Data

Steps for initiating and performing data acquisition during an exam.

Saving Test Data

Methods for manually or automatically saving acquired test data.

Printing a Standard Data Report

Process for generating and printing reports for completed exams.

Common Procedures

Changing the Stimulus Duration

How to adjust the duration of the electrical stimulus delivered to the patient.

Changing the Sensitivity (SNS)

Procedure for adjusting the system's sensitivity for signal amplification.

Changing the Stimulus Rate

Steps to modify the repetition rate of the electrical stimulus.

Placing Markers

Instructions for adding markers to waveforms for analysis and measurement.

Erasing Data

Methods for removing unwanted waveforms or data points from a trace.

Calculating Conduction Velocities

Guide to computing and displaying conduction velocities from measured data.

Archiving Data

Backing Up Settings and Test Folders

Procedure for creating backups of system settings and test configurations.

Restoring Settings and Test Folders

Steps to restore system settings and test configurations from a backup.

Importing Legacy Viking Settings

Process for importing older Viking system settings into the current system.

Importing All Viking Tests and System Setup

Method to import comprehensive configuration data from legacy Viking setups.

Importing Only the Viking System Setup

Procedure to import specific system configuration settings from legacy Viking.

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