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Analyzing the SD card data
To analyze the data, use a ResMed PC application to transfer data and settings between an S9 or an SD
card and your personal computer. Refer to your PC application guide for more information about analyzing
the information on returned SD cards.
Data storage
The amount of data stored on the SD card varies compared to the data stored on the device.
Type of data S9 device SD card Sampling rate
Compliance and therapy summary and statistic
data
1
365 nights 365 nights
Detailed data
2
– 30 nights
Apnea or hypopnea events (sec) Aperiodic
Flow limitation (flat to round) 1/2 Hz
Leak (L/sec) 1/2 Hz
Minute ventilation (L/min) 1/2 Hz
Pressure (cm H
2
O) 1/2 Hz
Pulse rate (beats/min)
3
1 Hz
Snore (quiet to loud) 1/2 Hz
Oxygen saturation (SpO
2
) (%)
3
1 Hz
High resolution respiratory flow data
2
– 7 nights 25 Hz
1
The pressure and leak samples used to calculate the statistics data are averages over a one minute period.
2
Only available in the S9 AutoSet and S9 Elite.
3
Information only available via the oximeter adapter.
Data transmission adapters
The following data transmission adapters are designed for use with the S9 devices.
Note: For more information on setting up your S9 adapter or module refer to the relevant S9 adapter or
module user guide.
Device Method Description Type of data transferred
Oximeter adapter
1
Enables collection of
oximetry data from an
oximeter for storing data on
the SD card inserted into
the device.
Oximetry data (oxygen
saturation and pulse rate)
Wireless module
1
• Transmits compliance
information wirelessly on
the GSM network.
• Communicates settings
changes to the S9 device.
Therapy data from the S9
device
1
Only compatible with the S9 AutoSet and S9 Elite.
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