The Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started
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1. A table showing the specifications of each model 1s shown on the following page Full technical specifications of all models are contained in the technical appendix of the Actiwatch Manual 1 3 2 Table of model specifications This table contains complete specification details for standard types of Actiwatch All other models have separate user manuals Weight gm Memory Epoch Recording Battery Life KB Time Actiwatch AW7 AW7 39x32x9 10 5 256 2s 15 min 180 days 8 years Actiwatch Mini AWM 24x7 7 4 128 2s 15 min 90 days 18 months Actiwatch AW4 AW4 37x29x10 16 64 2s 15 min 45 days 6 months Actiwatch Light AWL 37x29x10 17 64 15s 15 min 22 days 6 months 1 Recording times shown are for a minute epoch A shorter epoch will result in a shorter recording time 2 The other Actiwatch models that are available are the Actiwatch Score Actiwatch PLMS Software amp Tremorwatch The functionality of these units 1s covered in separate manuals 3 The battery life for the Actiwatch AW7 is 8 years of continuous use 4 The weight quoted for the Actiwatch AW7 is without a strap 2 straps a nylon strap and a plastic strap are provided as standard with each unit For full information on the types of strap and mounting options available please contact CamNtech Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 6 1 3 3 The Actiwatch Range Readers There have been three versions of the Actiwatch reader produced by CamNtech e Early2. Actogram tab and perform an activity analysis using the Activity Analysis tab For full details please see section 5 of the Actiwatch User Manual Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 27 6 2 3 Nap Analysis Nap analysis is available with both Actiwatch Activity and Actiwatch Activity amp Sleep Analysis Software This allows the user to perform a nap analysis on the daytime activity data For full details please see section 6 of the Actiwatch User Manual 6 2 4 Light Analysis Light analysis is available with both Actiwatch Activity and Actiwatch Activity amp Sleep Analysis Software This allows the user to perform a light analysis if a compatible Actiwatch Actiwatch AWL or Actiwatch plus ActiLight has been used and a light file recorded For full details please see section 7 of the Actiwatch User Manual 6 3 Summary of recording and analysis options Activity amp Sleep Activity Analysis Analysis Light Analysis Marker Button Actiwatch AW7 Yes Yes N A Yes Actiwatch AW4 Yes Yes N A Yes Actiwatch Mini Yes Yes N A No Actiwatch AWL Yes Yes Yes No ActiLight Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 28 Fal 1 2 7 3 7 Safety and Handling Information Decontamination e Devices used in the field must be considered to be contaminated e Returned devices must be cleaned with alcohol wipes to minimise any potential contamination The operator must use gloves to handle such devices before and d
3. cam Mtech The Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started Issue Date 07 10 08 Issue Version 7 2 Document No 30095 CamNtech Ltd Upper Pendrill Court Ermine Street North Papworth Everard Cambridge CB23 3UY Tel 01480 831223 Fax 01480 831733 Email admin camntech co uk Website www camntech co uk This manual is designed to be read in conjunction with the Actiwatch User Manual located on the Actiwatch software CD ROM Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 1 Actiwatch Medical Device Information The Actiwatch is a Class I Medical Device conforming to the essential safety amp health requirements and provisions of EC Council Directives 93 42 EEC Annex I and VII Manufacturer asl CamNtech Ltd Upper Pendrill Court Papworth Everard Cambridgeshire CB23 3UY UK Applicable Standards EN60601 1 2 2002 Medical electrical equipment Part 1 2 General requirements for safety Collateral standard Electromagnetic compatibility Requirements and tests Group 1 equipment Class B emissions only EN60601 1 2 2002 Medical electrical equipment Part 1 2 General requirements for safety Collateral standard Electromagnetic compatibility Requirements and tests Non life supporting equipment immunity section only EN60601 1 4 1997 Medical electrical equipment Part 1 4 General requirements for safety Collateral standard General requirements for programmable electrical me
4. Click Close to exit Cancel The software is now ready to use 2 4 Existing Users removing or updating the software If a copy of the Actiwatch software is already installed on the host PC this must be removed before the new version of software is installed Double clicking on the relevant Windows Installer Icon brings up the following screen Open File Security Warning The publisher could not be vernfied Are you sure you want to run this software Name Actiwatch Sleep 7 23 msi Publisher Unknown Publisher Type Windows Installer Package From 2 distribution discs ActiwatchSleep Setup This file does not have a valid digital signature that verhies its publisher fou should only run software from publishers you trust How can decide what software to run Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 12 Select Run Please note that this warning message is not a problem and just means that the Actiwatch software has not been assessed by Microsoft If an earlier version of Actiwatch software is installed on the host PC this then brings up the following screen i Actiwatch Sleep 7 Welcome to the Actiwatch Sleep Setup Wizard Select whether you want to repair or remove Actiwatch Sleep r Repair Actiwatch Sleep 7 O Remove Actiwatch Sleep 7 WARNING This computer program i protected by copyright law and international treaties Unauthorized duplication or distribution of this program or any
5. e Light Gfa compatible Actiwatch model is selected e Activity amp subjective patient input Actiwatch Score detailed in a separate manual e Tremor Tremorwatch detailed in a separate manual The Actiwatch collects movement data which is stored in the non volatile memory and is then transferred to the PC using CamNtech s proprietary telemetric reader interface The movement data can then be analysed using the relevant software package Details on the models of Actiwatch and analysis software packages available can be found in section 1 3 2 of the Guide to Getting Started Further details on how the Actiwatch system works can be found in section 1 4 of the Guide to Getting Started 1 2 Components of the Actiwatch System The Actiwatch system consists of 3 components e Actiwatch e Actiwatch Reader Actiwatch Software Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 4 The Actiwatch AW7 The Actiwatch USB Reader Actiwatch For up to date pricing and availability of these components please contact CamNtech 1 3 The Actiwatch Range 1 3 1 The Actiwatch Range Hardware The Actiwatch range consists of the following models e Actiwatch AW7 The Actiwatch AW7 was launched in 2007 and extended the functionality and practicality of the Actiwatch range With a battery life of 8 years continuous use activity marker button and recording time of up to 180 days with a 1 minute epoch it is also the most highly specified Actiwatc
6. an access code has been obtained from CamNtech then it is possible to download software updates from CamNtech s website as shown below http www camntech com soft new ph i E hipj h com lesht raw php wo X D Be Eat Wee Fiyeortes Took He Yl selh Searches ele a Gamal E ara poang Gf mobi an iS Beye Gp tad fe 7 m dh Ca PRO Loeal Actheat f f oway Suppor rae Yo chicory Tec oor We GE Bi canbridge Neuretechnstogy Lid 1 Neurodiary j If you don t already have a password click here Name Password Sr e Acah Acii and Sirop Analysis Goia wr Y To make upgrading easer for our csstomers as of November JOG we have started to provade fall Microsoft Installer files for sofware aplant these will momanta upgrade your daren software and place the latcat manaa aed read me files on your comparier Please note that folwamg Microsall s decka to cease supporting i Windows YE and earlier operaimg syviems these mew files wall not pun on okder PEs and we cannol guarentee that oer sofbvare will naal ae operate propel on thea yes my euch users will need to contact w drect Plite chek here to read our up lo date software download mtruchons Adobe FOF erg eee bel el AE gies Became Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 14 Selecting the software type and entering the user name and password issued please note that user names and passwords are case sensitive will
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8. models had a white face and a single red LED These units are not compatible with later Actiwatch models such as the AW7 Mini and ActiLight Please contact CAMNTECH for details of replacement costs e Later readers have a blue face and a bi coloured red green LED These units can only be connected to the host PC by a serial cable When using one of these units it is necessary to use a USB Serial converter if a USB port is to be used For further details please see section 2 9 of the Guide to Getting Started These models are compatible with all Actiwatch models e The Actiwatch USB reader provides direct connectivity with the host PC via a USB port and will provide faster download of the Actiwatch AW7 This model has a sloping front panel with two status LED s red and green 1 3 4 The Actiwatch Range Software The following software analysis packages are available for use with the Actiwatch range e Activity Analysis Software e Activity and Sleep Analysis Software e PLMS Analysis Software See separate PLMS Software manual e Activity and Score Analysis Software See separate Score manual Full details of each software package are contained in the Actiwatch User Manual For advice about which software package is best suited to a particular application please contact CamNtech 1 3 5 Compatibility tables Reader compatibility table White Blue USB reader Reader Reader ooy speeg Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7
9. portion of it may result in severe civil or criminal penalties and will be prosecuted to the maximum extent possible under the lav To install the latest version of the software select Remove Actiwatch Sleep 5 Please note that this will not damage or remove any recordings stored within the program Clicking on Finish brings up the following screen ig Actiwatch Sleep 7 Removing Actiwatch Sleep 7 Actiwatch Sleep 7 is being removed Cancel Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 13 Once the removal process is complete the following screen is shown i Actiwatch Sleep 7 Installation Complete Actiwatch Sleep 7 has been sucesstully removed Click Close to exit Cancel Previous Once the removal procedure is complete the latest version of the software can be installed by following the instructions given in section 2 3 of this manual 2 5 Software upgrades Software upgrades can be downloaded from CamNtech s website during the warranty period www camntech com A code is required which can be obtained by contacting admin camntech co uk Please note software upgrades can only be obtained if an original licensed copy of the software has been purchased from CamNtech If a replacement copy of the software disk 1s required then a charge may be levied Please contact CamNtech for further details on availability and up to date pricing 2 6 Downloading Software Upgrades from CamNtech s website If
10. socket on the PC A message will then pop up requesting USB drivers see next section 2 8 Installing the USB Reader Drivers Having connected the USB reader for the first time suitable USB drivers will need to be installed These are provided on the installation CD A small pop up will be seen at the bottom right hand corner of the screen similar to that shown below i Found New Hardware Actiwatch reader Shortly afterwards the found new hardware wizard will be displayed Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard Windows will search for current and updated software by looking on your computer on the hardware installation CD or on the Windows Update Web site with your permission Read our privacy policy Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for sottware Yes this time only Yes now and every time connect a device Click Next to continue The drivers are provided on the CD so we do not require Windows Update to search for software Select No not this time as shown above then click next to continue Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 16 Ensure that the installation CD is in the CD ROM drive of your computer then select install from a list or specific location advanced as shown below and click next Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps vou install software for Actiwatch reader 9 If your hardware came with
11. 2 Page 7 Software compatibility table Software gt V 7 0 SW pre V7 0 White Reader Blue Reader USB Reader Please note that certain models of Actiwatch although compatible with series 5 software will only work with a specific version or later Specifically this includes the new Actiwatch Mini and the ActiLight For full details please contact CamNtech 1 4 Actiwatch Technical Overview Accelerometer is Most Accelerometer Sensitive to Motion in this Orientation Direction NS Actiwatch Actiwatch activity is measured in counts This is a term used to denote the amplitude of the signal produced by the accelerometer in the Actiwatch The number of counts is proportional to the intensity of the movement The accelerometer in the watch checks or samples the amplitude of the movement thirty two times per second and it captures the highest amplitude in that second This represents the peak intensity of the movement in that second The peak intensity values are summed into a user selectable epoch epoch range between 2 seconds and 15 minutes depending on the model of Actiwatch used Activity values can be viewed in counts per epoch in the software or exported and viewed in Microsoft Excel Full technical details on the operation of the Actiwatch can be found in the appendices of the Actiwatch User Manual Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 8 2 Installing the software 2 1 System requirements The Actiwatch system is supp
12. Manager screen on the host PC to find the correct COM port assignment To do this select Start then Control Panel then System Select the Hardware tab and then click on Device Manager This brings up a complete list of all devices associated with the PC Clicking on the plus sign beside Ports COM and LPT will bring up a list of communications devices attached to the PC The USB Serial Adaptor will be displayed as Prolific USB to Serial Comm Port or USB COM Port see below Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 32 Device Manager File Action View Help He P A IDE ATAJATAFI controllers S IEEE 1394 Bus host controllers gt Keyboards wy Mice and other pointing devices he Modems a Monitors Eg Network adapters POMEZIA adapters Ports COM amp LPT F Prolific USB to Serial Zomm Ge con7 i Serial On USB Port COM Toshiba BT Port COMO Toshiba BT Port COM114 Toshiba BT Port COM12 Toshiba BT Port COM13 3 Toshiba BT Port COM14 Toshiba BT Port COMP O Toshiba BT Port COMe14 Toshiba BT Port COM Unknown device ai Processors H H E e e A Waaa lalata In this example the COM port assigned to the USB Serial adaptor is COM7 The Comm port setting in the Sleep Software must be set to match this assignment Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 33
13. RY BOTH WAYS Actiwatch i Na 2 J c gf 2 _ Large Watches _ J The diagram above shows the following 1 9 pin D serial connector for connection to the host PC As mentioned 1f the host PC does not have a serial port then a USB Serial converter will be required Please see section A3 below When the reader is correctly connected to the host PC a green light will be illuminated If the reader is plugged into the host PC and the green light does not come on when the software program is opened then it is likely that the incorrect communications port has been selected For full details please see section A4 below Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 31 2 The communications region In order to be able to write to or read from an Actiwatch the Actiwatch needs to be placed face down on the communications region of the reader Care must be taken with placement of the watch when using the Actiwatch Mini and ActiLight due to their small size When using the Actiwatch AW7 please ensure that the writing 1s face up on the watch when the watch 1s positioned on the reader 3 The status LED If the reader is correctly connected to the host PC the LED lights green when the software is opened Once an Actiwatch is correctly placed on the reader the LED changes from green to red A3 USB Serial Converters It is sometimes the case that a host PC does not have a serial port particularly when the host PC is a lapt
14. TCSS A AT ETEEN E vedantic E E E A A A AT T 29 7 4 Waste Electrical amp Electronic Equipment WEEE cccccccccccceceeeeeseeeeeeeees 29 Appendix A Using Previous Generation Readers ccccccsessessensensecaeceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeees 31 Al Installine the Actiwatch redder anaietan nE nected E E E E 31 A2 Using the Actiwatch reader blue faced reader model cccesessseseesssesseeteeeees 31 Ad USB Seral Converters oeiee Satan nde seas E Eae ea Narea a AEI dean sGeecetadeacteas 32 A4 Setting the communications port blue white faced readerSs cccccessceseeteeeeeeees 32 Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 3 1 Introduction to the Actiwatch System 1 1 An Overview of the Actiwatch System The Actiwatch is a compact and lightweight electronic device that measures and records physical movement Worn on the non dominant wrist for sleep or activity analysis and on the feet for Periodic Limb Movements in Sleep PLMS analysis the Actiwatch can be worn for long periods of time by subjects of all ages and any health Status Depending on the model selected the Actiwatch is available as a fully waterproof unit with a battery life of up to 8 years continuous usage Models of Actiwatch are available that record the following e Physical activity can be used to measure sleep quality with the Actiwatch Sleep Software e PLMS when mounted on the feet and used with the relevant software
15. allow the user to download the latest version of software Once the user name and password have been entered clicking on the required software package will bring up the following screen File Download Security Warning Do you want to run or save this file Name Actiwakch Sleep 7 23 msi Type Windows Installer Package From we camntech com Bun Save Cancel While files from the Internet can be useful this file type can potentially harn your computer IF you do not trust the source do not run or save this software What s the risk Select Save and download the software upgrade to the host PC The Windows Installer Package should then be run from the host PC to install the software upgrade Please note that some software upgrades are quite large and may take several minutes to download even when using a broadband connection 2 7 Installing the Actiwatch USB reader The Actiwatch USB reader provides a telemetric connection to the Actiwatch which allows the user to setup and download Actiwatches using the software installed on the host PC Note Please install the Sleep Activity Analysis software before connecting the reader see section 2 3 of this guide Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 15 The Actiwatch USB Reader is provided with a USB A to Mini B cable To connect the reader connect the USB Min1 B plug into the rear of the USB reader and connect the USB A plug into a spare USB
16. an installation CD QES o floppy disk insert it now What do vou want the wizard to do Install the software automatically Recommended Click Hest to continue Now use the browse button to locate the folder on the CD called USB Drivers Actiwatch USB Reader Select Include this location in the search as shown below and then select Next to proceed Found New Hardware Wizard Please choose your search and installation options Search for the best driver in these locations Use the check boxes below to limit or expand the default search which includes local paths and removable media The best driwer found will be installed Search removable media floppy CO ROM Include this location in the search D AUSB Drivers Actiwatch USB Reader O Don t search will choose the driver to install Choose this option to select the device driver from a list Windows does not guarantee that the driver you choose will be the best match for your hardware lt a J tea Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 17 You may be presented with a warning stating that the software has not passed Windows logo testing This is normal and the software will NOT adversely affect your system Click Continue anyway to proceed The following form will now be displayed while the USB drivers are installed Found New Hardware Wizard Please wait while the wizard installs t
17. d in water 7 4 Waste Electrical amp Electronic Equipment WEEE The EU requires under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002 96 EC that manufacturers and or distributors of Electronic and or Electrical Equipment manage and pay for the collection and further a handling of WEEE products as well as provide WEEE related information to their customers CamNtech has taken the following approach to complying with this Directive CamNtech has registered with an approved producer compliance scheme PCS in accordance with the requirements of the WEEE Directive Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 29 CamNtech will provide free recycling for all of its WEEE products when returned CamNtech WEEE products will be designed with recycling reuse and waste management as a consideration CamNtech WEEE products will be labelled or stamped with the WEEE marking in accordance with European Standard EN 50419 Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 30 Appendix A Using Previous Generation Readers Al Installing the Actiwatch reader The Actiwatch reader blue faced reader pictured below provides a telemetric connection to the Actiwatch which allows the user to setup and download Actiwatches using the software installed on the host PC A2 Using the Actiwatch reader blue faced reader model fo p l NS 1 S V V Actiwatch Reader PLACE ACTIWATCH DOWN AS SHOWN w T
18. dical systems Waste Electrical amp Electronic Equipment WEEE The EU requires under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002 96 EC that manufacturers and or d distributors of Electronic and or Electrical Equipment manage and pay for the collection and further handling of WEEE products as well as provide WEEE related information to their customers CamNtech has taken the following approach to complying with this Directive CamNtech has registered with an approved producer compliance scheme PCS in accordance with the requirements of the WEEE Directive CamNtech will provide free recycling for all of its WEEE products when returned CamNtech WEEE products will be designed with recycling reuse and waste management as a consideration CamNtech WEEE products will be labeled or stamped with the WEEE marking in accordance with European Standard EN 50419 Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 2 Contents l Introduction to the Actiwatch Sy Stem icerisine un E E A danie 4 1 1 An Overview of the Actiwatch System cccccccccsssssssccccccsceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesees 4 1 2 Components of the Actiwatch System ccccccccssssssscecccceeeeeeceeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 4 ky TINS Crt AUG ERINE secs es ee ee en henge a aaa 5 1 3 1 The Actiwatch Range Hardware cccccccecssssssscssccceceeceecceeeeseeeeeeeeeeeees 5 V3 2 ableor model specifications eierniie AN 6 1 3 3 The Actiwa
19. e AENEA Oct 2006 4 E B stat tine E S po Abort Epoch length 01 00 Min Trice Jan cO08 Bete 0249 feos oe Days 01 04 Battery Life days eho j Memory o G E Note Once the Actiwatch is setup it should be worn as detailed in section 4 1 of the Guide to Getting Started 3 2 User enterable parameters The user then needs to enter the following parameters 3 2 1 User ID This is a free text field but must not include any of the following characters ELENO a OS Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 21 3 2 2 Sex Clicking on the Sex field during the Actiwatch setup procedure scrolls between F and M 3 2 3 Age The age field is a free text field allowing a 1 or 2 digit age to be input 3 2 4 Start date It is possible to enter a delayed start date when setting up an Actiwatch Any date up to 7 days in the future can be specified This function is useful if several Actiwatches are to be fitted to subjects on the same date or if Actiwatches need to be shipped to a site once setup 3 2 5 Start time A delayed start time can be selected if required This can be up to 23 59 on the selected start date 3 2 6 Epoch length The epoch length is user selectable for each recording The range of epochs available is dependent on the model of Actiwatch selected Full details are given in the Actiwatch User Manual 3 2 7 Battery fitted date The battery in the AW4 Mini AWL and ActiLight is user cha
20. following Microsoft s decision to stop supporting earlier versions of Windows CamNtech cannot guarantee that Actiwatch software 1s compatible with Windows 95 or 98 2 3 Installing the Software for the first time Double clicking on the relevant folder brings up the Windows Installer Icon shown below la Actiwatch _Sleep_ 23 msi Windows Installer Package o o16 KB Double clicking on the Installer Icon brings up the screen shown below Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 9 Open File Security Warning The publisher could not be vernfied Are you sure you want to run this software Ea Name Actiwatch Sleep 7 23 msi ie Publisher Unknown Publisher Type Windows Installer Package From 2 distribution discsActimvatchiSleep Setup This file does not have a valid digital signature that verhies its publisher You should only run software from publishers you trust How can decide what software to run Select Run Please note that this warning message is not a problem and just means that the Actiwatch software has not been assessed by Microsoft i Actiwatch Sleep 7 Welcome to the Actiwatch Sleep Setup Wizard The installer will guide you through the steps required to install Actiwatch Sleep on your Computer Click Mest to continue WARNING This computer program i protected by copyright law and international treaties Unauthorized duplication or distribution of this program or any portion
21. h in the range The AW7 has been pressure tested to 6 Bar and 1s suitable to be worn whilst swimming e Actiwatch AW4 The Actiwatch AW4 is the predecessor to the Actiwatch AW7 It has been used extensively by researchers clinicians and in clinical trials It offers a recording time of up to 45 days with a 1 minute epoch e Actiwatch Mini The Actiwatch Mini is designed for applications where weight or size is important It is ideal for paediatric use Weighing only 7 5 grams it is the lightest actigraph on the market It can be supplied for either wrist mounting or neck mounting e Actiwatch Light The Actiwatch Light allows the monitoring of ambient light levels as well as the measurement of activity It is ideal for circadian rhythm studies or any application that requires light monitoring The light sensor is integral to the watch and is provided in place of the marker button e ActiLight External light sensor for use with the Actiwatch Mini AW4 A W7 Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 5 The ActiLight is a separate light sensor for use with an Actiwatch Light data is recorded for up to 45 days at a 1 minute epoch and can then be combined with activity data This unit is housed in a similar case to the Actiwatch Mini so is extremely light It has the advantage that the unit can be worn either attached to the clothing or on a neck chain so can be kept clear of clothing or bedding when used for recording night time light levels
22. he software Actiwatch reader i Setting a system restore point and backing up old files in case pour system needs to be restored in the future Cancel Finally a confirmation message will be shown upon completion of driver installation Click finish to complete the operation and close the wizard Found New Hardware Wizard Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard The wizard has finished installing the software for a Actiwatch reader Click Finish to close the wizard C anzel The USB Reader is now installed and ready to use the green ON LED should be lit on the front of the reader Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 18 2 9 Checking the USB Reader Operation When using the Actiwatch USB reader it is not necessary to manually set the communications port Once the software has been installed and the USB reader plugged in the correct communications port will be automatically set by the software To check or change the communications port manually selecting Reader and then Comms brings up the following screen w USB Serial control r Comm Fort USE reader Port 7 Port 8 E No Actiwatch Port 10 Port 11 Port 12 USB reader enabled NumDevices 0 List Devices failed f m c E a E Recieved character count T Tansmitted character count T When an Actiwatch is detected via the USB reader the message shown above in red will change
23. ing the Actiwatch should be placed face down on the Actiwatch reader as shown in section 2 8 The user should then select Read from the Reader on the main screen Provided the Actiwatch is communicating correctly with the reader the data will be downloaded and the following screen shown 44 Sleep analysis File Eeader Actogram Sleep Analysis Activity analysis Nap Analysis Light analysis Options Howard AW AWD Start Date 04 Feb 7008 User ID Howard AW Start Time 15 45 Age 50 Logged samples Watch Serial No Epoch length 01 00 Mins Watch Type Actiwatch Setup User identity Howard AW Sex iM wee O4 FPeb 2008 ston une orem aag 00 Kain Triticum s Jan 2008 Bieter O02 49 RecordingTime WRA Days 01 04 Battery Life days ENGL Memory Hee Reading block 08 Stop read Once the data has been successfully downloaded the following screen will be shown Actiwatch Reader x AL TWH RESO COMPLETED Please remove Fram reader Do you want bo save data now Selecting Yes allows the user to save the data and brings up the following screen Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 25 Save IN gt Actiwatch Sleep F al My Recent E Nrolight awd Po R Nrosndi awd Ei Scoredem awd Sl ScoreMKIIdema AWD Desktop My Documents My Computer a File name Howard At Mu Network Save as type Actiwatch AWD Cancel Places As a default all files are saved within
24. ion are supplied with nylon straps The Actiwatch AW7 is supplied with both a nylon strap and a plastic strap For any mounting position where a longer strap is required CamNtech can supply a longer Velcro strap No subject input is required for the correct functioning of the Actiwatch however the subject may be asked to use the marker button to demarcate bed time and get up time For full details on the marker button please see section 4 2 4 2 Actiwatch Event Marker The following Actiwatch models have an event marker button e Actiwatch AW7 e Actiwatch AW4 The Actiwatch event marker is an indented button on the face of the watch This is used by the wearer to time stamp the data These time stamps can then be viewed alongside the activity data The event marker is normally used to mark bedtime and get up time when using the Actiwatch to analyse sleep It can also be used to mark specific events such as the administration of a drug or therapy Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 23 4 3 Waterproofing The following Actiwatch models are waterproof to the following pressures under normal use e Actiwatch AW7 6 BAR e Actiwatch Mini 3 BAR e ActiLight 2 BAR The following models are splash proof and should be removed for bathing and showering e Actiwatch AW4 e Actiwatch Light Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 24 5 Downloading and saving a recording To download Actiwatch data at the end of a record
25. lied with a CD ROM containing all of the components of the software package The following are the minimum requirements of a host PC in order to be able to install the Actiwatch software IBM compatible 300Mhz Windows 2000 NT XP or Vista operating system 100 MB hard disk space USB or serial port If a USB port is used then a USB Serial converter will be required if a blue faced reader is being used please see section 2 9 of the Guide to Getting Started A CD ROM drive or equivalent Graphics 800 x 600 pixels minimum Printer 1f hard copy output is required In general a faster processor will provide superior performance 2 2 Installing the Actiwatch Software from a CD ROM The Actiwatch software is supplied on a CD ROM This contains all of the components required to effect a standard installation including USB drivers for the reader The Sleep Activity software should be installed BEFORE connecting the USB reader See section 2 7 for details of installing the USB reader drivers Legacy users of non USB readers should consult Appendix A for details of connection use for this hardware To install the software place the supplied CD ROM into the CD DVD drive on the host PC The user then needs to select the correct installation package depending on which operating system is being used on the host PC A different installer is used for Windows XP 2000 Vista from that used for Windows 98 ME Please note that
26. ngeable The battery life of each Actiwatch model is shown in section 1 3 2 of the Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started Once the battery has been replaced clicking on the Battery Fitted date in the software brings up the following screen New Battery A Use this Function to reset date when a new battery has been Fitted Do you wish to reset the date Selecting Yes will update the battery fitted date to the date shown on the host PC and the battery life in days will be updated NB this is not applicable to the AW 7 which has a sealed battery The battery life of the AW7 battery is 8 years of continuous use At the end of this period the battery can be changed by CamNtech Important Note It is essential to click on the battery fitted date as detailed above following the fitment of a new battery the software can not detect a new battery automatically Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 22 4 Using the Actiwatch during a recording 4 1 Wearing the Actiwatch The Actiwatch is worn on the non dominant wrist in the same way as a normal wrist watch would be worn as shown below The Actiwatch is supplied with a strap for wrist mounting except where alternative mounting options such as neck mounting for the ActiLight have been specified These straps are user replaceable and replacement straps can be obtained from CamNtech The Actiwatch AW4 AWL Mini wrist mounted version and ActiLight wrist mounted vers
27. of it may result in severe civil or criminal penalties and will be prosecuted to the maxinium extent possible under the law Cancel Selecting Next brings up the following screen Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 10 i Actiwatch Sleep 7 Select Installation Folder The installer will install Acthwatch Sleep 7 in the following folder To install in this folder click Nest To install to a different new or existing folder enter one below or click Browse Folder C Program Filles Actiwatch Sleep r fou can install the software on the following drives Yolume The default file path for the Actiwatch software is within Program Files on the C drive This should only be changed if strictly necessary Clicking on Next brings up the following screen i Actiwatch Sleep 7 Contirm Installation The installer is ready to install Actiwatch Sleep fo on your computer Click Next to start the installation Cancel Previous Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 11 Selecting Next will install the Actiwatch software on the host PC Once the software has been successfully installed an installation complete message will be displayed Click Close to complete the installation i Actiwatch Sleep 7 Installing Actiwatch Sleep Actiwatch Sleep 7 is being installed iy Actiwatch Sleep 7 Installation Complete Actiwatch Sleep 7 has been sucessfully installed
28. op In this case when using a blue faced reader a USB Serial adapter will be required These can either be purchased from CamNtech or from a PC shop Please note that if a USB Serial converter is used separate drivers will be required to run the unit These will be supplied with the converter Once installed it is necessary to ensure that the same USB port is consistently used for the Actiwatch reader A4 Setting the communications port blue white faced readers It is necessary to set the correct communications port in the software before using the Actiwatch reader The communications port selected will depend on what other peripherals such as mouse modem PDA s etc are connected to the host PC To set the correct communications port select Reader from the main menu and then select Comms A screen similar to the following will be shown Select the correct Comm port from the choices on the left hand side of the screen w USB Serial control Comm Part USB reader Port Port ee No Actiwatch Port 10 Close Failed USB reader enabled Port 11 Device Description USB lt gt Serial a Device Description USB Seral Converter Port 6 Port 12 ListDevices failed Recenved character count 1416 Transmitted character count a6 When the correct communications port is set the LED on the Actiwatch reader will be illuminated in green When using a USB Serial adaptor it is possible to check in the Device
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30. the Actiwatch software in program files This should only be changed if absolutely necessary Actiwatch files are saved either as AWD or AWE files For a full explanation of available file types please see the Actiwatch User Manual This file extension should not be changed when files are saved as they will become unreadable Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 26 6 Analysing an Actiwatch recording 6 1 1 Loading a saved file To load a previously saved file for viewing select Load from the File menu on the main screen A screen similar to the following will be shown eA My Recent Mrolight awd Documents Mrosndi awd Le Scoredem awd E ScoreMKIIdemo AWD Desktop My Documents u File name Howard AN My Network Files of type Actiwatch aw Cancel Places Open az read only Double clicking on the required file will then load it for viewing in the analysis modes 6 2 Overview of analysis modes 6 2 1 Sleep analysis Sleep analysis 1s available when using Actiwatch Activity and Sleep Analysis software This allows the user to analyse Actiwatch files and produce an Actiwatch sleep summary Full details on sleep analysis are given in section 4 of the Actiwatch User Manual 6 2 2 Activity Analysis Activity analysis is available with both Actiwatch Activity and Actiwatch Activity amp Sleep Analysis Software This allows the user to view activity data from the
31. to a green message stating that the Actiwatch has been detected and is ready The red READY LED should be lit on the front panel of the reader Please note that the USB reader is only compatible with Actiwatch software version 7 or later 2 10 Correct Placement of Actiwatch Models on the USB Reader The various models of Actiwatch must be placed on the reader as shown below Actiwatch 4 AWL etc Actiwatch te AWT amp sNO0230069 CE ww Gained ca ui Actiwatch 7 Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 19 Actiwatch Mini and Actilight Actiwatch Score Alert etc Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started 7 2 Page 20 3 Setting up an Actiwatch recording 3 1 Setting up a recording The recording time available is dependent on the model of Actiwatch and the epoch length selected For full details please see the table in section 1 3 2 of the Actiwatch Guide to Getting Started The Actiwatch is set up by selecting Reader and then Write from the drop down menu This will display a screen similar to the following 44 Sleep analysis File Reader Actogram Sleep Analysis Activity analysis Map Analysis Light analysis Options Filename CAWork y6 sleep Working demodata awd Start Date 22 Apr 1 997 User ID brian Start Time 09 38 00 Age 57 Sex Is Logged samples Watch Seral No P401259 Epoch length 101 00 Mins Watch Type Activity light Plus Actiwatch Setup Emo Demo Aw 7 Sex Mo Ag
32. uring de contamination Battery The device is battery operated and operates at voltages below 3VDC there 1s hence no risk from electric shock equipment Type B The Actiwatch AW7 1s a sealed unit and has no user serviceable parts The battery life of the unit is 8 years of continuous use At the end of this period the device should be returned to CamNtech for battery replacement The Actiwatch Mini amp ActiLight both contain a user replaceable battery Lithium Ion CR1220 The battery life under normal use is approximately 18 months Replacement batteries can be purchased from CamNtech The Actiwatch AW4 amp Actiwatch Light contain user replaceable batteries Lithium Ion CR2025 The battery life under normal usage depends on the options selected but it 1s recommended that batteries are changed every 6 months Replacement batteries can be purchased from CamNtech Water Ingress e The Actiwatch AW7 is tested to 6BAR and is considered to be suitable for exposure to moisture in normal daily living and swimming for short durations The Actiwatch Mini is tested to 3BAR and is considered to be suitable for exposure to moisture in normal daily living The ActiLight is tested to 2BAR and is considered to be suitable for exposure to moisture in normal daily living The Actiwatch AW4 and Actiwatch Light are splash proof and should be removed for bathing and showering They should not be used under any circumstances for swimming or be immerse
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