natus Xltek User Manual

Xltek ICU system - Quick Start Guide
1. Plug the machine to the mains socket and press the ON button on the bottom right of the
monitor.
2. The Monitor will finish loading with the Database software opening automatically (alternatively,
you can launch it by clicking on Natus Database icon on the desktop).
3. Prepare your patient:
a. Prepare the areas on the head for the electrode placement (6 of them);
b. Place 4 recording electrodes (corresponding to F3, P3, F4, P4) and connect them to the headbox
accordingly;
c. Don’t forget one REF and one AUX/COM electrodes.
F3
P3
F4
P4

natus Xltek Specifications

General

Brand	natus
Model	Xltek
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Patient Preparation and Electrode Setup

Prepare Patient for Electrode Placement

Prepare the patient's head areas for the electrode placement as instructed.

Connect Recording Electrodes

Place 4 recording electrodes (F3, P3, F4, P4) and connect them to the headbox.

Include Reference and Common Electrodes

Ensure one REF and one AUX/COM electrode are connected.

Starting a New Study and Recording

Initiate Study and Enter Patient Details

Start a new study via the Database window and enter patient names.

Verify Electrode Impedances

Check that the 4 recording electrodes (F3, F4, P3, P4) show green impedances.

Begin Data Recording and Trace Display

Data recording begins automatically; the CFAM/aEEG trace window displays data.

Monitoring and System Shutdown

Annotate Patient Care Events

Note patient care actions impacting the trace using the Note box.

Manage Video Feed

Control video recording and zoom using the Camera Control button.

System Shutdown Procedure

Close the recording software and shut down the machine via the Windows Start button.