Boston Scientific Vercise DBS Remote Control 3 Manual

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Vercise™ DBS
Remote Control 3
Directions for Use
CAUTION: Federal law restricts this device to
sale, distribution and use by or on the order of a
physician.

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and handling, refer to the Information for Prescribers DFU. For other device-specic information not included in this manual or
labeling symbols, refer to the appropriate DFU as listed on your DBS Reference Guide.
Technical Support
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DBS-INFO or [phone].
Product Model Numbers
Model Number Description
DB-5552-1 Vercise DBS Remote Control 3 Kit
DB-5250-S Vercise DBS Remote Control 3
NM-6210 Remote Control Holster
NM-6315 USB Power Supply, Remote Control, Universal
NM-6310 USB Power Supply, Remote Control, North America

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Table of Contents
Description...............................................................................................................................................1
Remote Control Features........................................................................................................................2
Basic Operation.......................................................................................................................................2
Unlocking the Remote control..............................................................................................................2
Turning Stimulation ON/OFF ...............................................................................................................3
Selecting Your Language/Screen Preference......................................................................................3
The Home Screen................................................................................................................................3
Accessing Additional Options from the Main Menu.............................................................................4
Accessing the Main Menu....................................................................................................................4
Program Selection and Activation........................................................................................................5
Restoring Programs.............................................................................................................................6
Changing Stimulation Level .................................................................................................................7
Accessing System Settings....................................................................................................................8
Remote Settings ..................................................................................................................................8
System Info........................................................................................................................................ 11
Accessing the Clinician Menu..............................................................................................................13
Stimulator Search ..............................................................................................................................14
Impedances .......................................................................................................................................16
Reset Stimulator ................................................................................................................................17
Exit Clinician Mode ............................................................................................................................18
Remote Control Battery ........................................................................................................................18
Remote Control Battery Status ..........................................................................................................18
Recharging the Remote Control ........................................................................................................18
End of Programmed Service (For Non-rechargeable Stimulators Only)..........................................19
ERI (Elective Replacement Indicator) Screen (For Non-rechargeable Stimulator Only) ................20
End of Battery Life Screen (For Non-rechargeable Stimulator Only)...............................................20
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................21
Telemetry Help...................................................................................................................................21
No Program to Run Screen................................................................................................................22
Invalid Program Screen .....................................................................................................................22
Unsupported Stimulator Screen.........................................................................................................23
System Settings Reset Screen ..........................................................................................................23
Stimulator Error Screen .....................................................................................................................24
Remote Error Screen.........................................................................................................................24

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Stimulator Low Battery Screens (For rechargeable Vercise Gevia Stimulator only)..........................24
Icon Description and Index...................................................................................................................26

Description
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Description
The Remote Control is a hand-held device that communicates with the Stimulator through a radio
frequency (RF) telemetry link. The Remote Control functions include the following:
• Linking/De-Linking to a Stimulator
• Turning stimulation ON and OFF
• Increasing stimulation amplitude
• Changing and restoring Programs
• Accessing Clinician Menu Options
• Customizing Remote Control settings: language, volume, brightness
Cautions
• Keep the Remote Control dry. It should not be exposed to moisture.
• Do not connect the Remote Control USB port to any other device except to the Remote Control
charger provided with it.
• Keep the Remote Control away from pets, pests and children to avoid damage to the device.

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Remote Control Features
1. Screen: displays all menus, icons, and messages.
2. Lock/Unlock Button : unlocks the Remote
Control from sleep mode.
3. Programs Button : displays the Programs menu.
4. Home Button : displays the Home screen.
5. Stimulation Button : Turns stimulation ON or
OFF.
6. Minus Button : Decreases selected
parameter.
7. Plus Button : Increases selected parameter .
8, 9. Navigation Buttons and : allow
scrolling through a selected menu.
10, 11. Navigation Buttons and : make a
selection.
12. Navigation Button : returns to the previous
screen.
13. USB Port (not shown): allows recharging of the
Remote Control with the USB power supply.
The Remote Control has an average communication range of 22 inches (55.9 cm) with the non-
rechargeable VerciseTM PC Stimulator and an average communication range of 36 inches (91.4cm) with
the rechargeable Vercise GeviaTM Stimulator. When using the Remote Control, avoid common sources
of interference, such as televisions and computer monitors. For additional telemetry information, see
the Telemetry Help section.
Basic Operation
Unlocking the Remote control
The Remote Control goes into idle (or sleep) mode when not in use. It can be reactivated by pressing
the Lock/Unlock button on the right side of the Remote Control.

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Turning Stimulation ON/OFF
After unlocking the Remote Control, press the Stimulation ON/OFF button to turn the Stimulator
ON or OFF.
Selecting Your Language/Screen Preference
The Remote Control allows you to choose either an iconic screen or a text screen in one of the
languages provided. See the Languages section for additional instructions.
Note: Throughout this manual, both the English text and the iconic screens are shown.
The Home Screen
After unlocking the Remote Control, the Home screen will appear if the Remote Control was
previously linked to a Stimulator. The Home screen shows the number of the active program,
stimulation status (ON/OFF), navigation to the Main Menu, and the Stimulator battery level for
Rechargeable Stimulators. It also shows the battery level of the Remote Control (see Remote Control
Battery section). The Home screen can be accessed from any other screen by pressing the Home
button.
1. Press the Home button on the left side of the Remote Control to view the Home screen.
Home Screen for Rechargeable Stimulator
Note: When the Remote Control connects to a rechargeable Stimulator, it will display the current
battery level of the Stimulator on the Home screen.

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Home Screen for Non-Rechargeable Stimulator
Note: When the Remote Control connects to a non-rechargeable Stimulator, the battery level of the
Stimulator will not be displayed on the screen.
Accessing Additional Options from the Main Menu
The Main Menu gives you access to the following options:
• Programs
• Stimulation
• System Settings
Accessing the Main Menu
1. Press the button on the left side of the Remote Control to display the Home screen.
2. From the Home screen, press the right arrow button to select the Main Menu.
Note: When the Stimulator has no programs saved on it, the Main Menu will only display the System
Settings option.

Accessing Additional Options from the Main Menu
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Program Selection and Activation
A stimulation program is a set of stimulation parameters that determine the patient’s therapy. A program
may apply stimulation to as many as four independent stimulation elds or areas, depending on how
the program is set up. For example, one area may correspond to a right brain target, while another area
may correspond to a left brain target. The Remote Control can store up to four programs – numbered 1
through 4 – for the patient to select and activate at any time.
1. Press the button on the left side of the Remote Control to display the Programs screen.
Note: You can also navigate to the Programs menu from the Main Menu. Refer to the Accessing the
Main Menu section for additional instructions.
2. Select Change Program.
3. Press the Up or Down Arrow buttons to navigate to the desired program.
4. Press the Right Arrow button to select the program.

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Restoring Programs
If after changing a program, you decide that you want to revert the program back to its clinic settings,
you can do so by restoring the program.
1. Press the button on the left side of the Remote Control.
or
From the Main Menu screen, select Programs.
Select Restore to Clinic Settings. The Restore screen displays a list of programs to restore.
2. Select the program you want to restore. The Restore Conrmation screen displays.
3. Select Yes to restore the program to the clinic settings.
or
Select No to cancel the action.

Accessing Additional Options from the Main Menu
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Changing Stimulation Level
A program may apply stimulation to one area, or up to four areas, depending on how the program is
set up. The stimulation level for an area may be changed if allowed by the clinician using the Remote
Control.
1. From the Main Menu: Select Stimulation.
2. Use the navigation buttons ( ) to select the desired area.
3. Press the Minus button to decrease the level of stimulation.
4. Press the Plus button to increase the level of stimulation.

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Accessing System Settings
From the Main Menu:
Select System Settings to display the System Settings menu.
System Settings Menu for Rechargeable Vercise Gevia Stimulator
System Settings Menu for Non-Rechargeable Stimulator
Remote Settings
The Remote Settings option allows you to adjust the alert volume and screen brightness, and to select
your language preference.
From the System Settings menu:
1. Select Remote Settings to display the Remote Settings menu.

Accessing System Settings
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Alert Volume
From the Remote Settings menu:
1. Select Alert Volume.
2. Press the Minus button to decrease the alert volume
3. Press the Plus button to increase the alert volume.
Screen Brightness
From the Remote Settings menu:
1. Select Screen Brightness.

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2. Press the Minus button to decrease the brightness
3. Press the Plus button to increase the brightness.
Languages
The Remote Control allows you to congure your system to display one the following:
• Text screen in one of the available languages
• Iconic screen
From the Remote Settings menu:
1. Select Languages.
2. Select the desired language, such as English or iconic display.
The Languages Conrmation screen displays to conrm your selection.

Accessing System Settings
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System Info
The System Info menu gives you the option of viewing information regarding the Remote Control or
the Stimulator.
From the System Settings menu, select System Info.
Remote Info
Select Remote Info to view the Remote Info screen.

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Serial Number
Model Number
Boot Version
Firmware Version
...
The Remote Info screen displays the following information:
• Serial Number
• Model Number
• Boot Version
• Firmware Version
Select More to view additional Remote Info, such as LCD Boot Version and LCD Firmware.
LCD Boot Version
LCD Firmware
Stimulator Info
Select Stimulator Info to view the Stimulator Info screen.

Accessing the Clinician Menu
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Serial Number
Model Number
Boot Version
Firmware Version
The Stimulator Info screen displays the following information:
• Serial Number
• Model Number
• Boot Version
• Firmware Version
Accessing the Clinician Menu
The Clinician Menu allows you to link to a Stimulator, clear the link to a Stimulator, check impedances,
and reset the Stimulator. To enter the Clinician Menu you must enter a password. Contact your Boston
Scientic representative for the Clinician Password.
From the System Settings menu:
1. Select the Clinician Menu. The Password screen displays.
_ _ _ _
Enter Cancel
A B C D E F G H I
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
S T U V W X Y Z
J K L M N O P Q R

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2. Use the Navigation buttons to enter your password.
Or
Use the Navigation buttons to cancel.
If the password is incorrect, the Invalid Password screen displays. If the password is correct, the
Clinician Menu displays.
Note: If the Remote Control is not linked to a Stimulator, the Stimulator Search option displays on the
Clinician Menu instead of the Clear Link option.
Stimulator Search
The Clinician Menu allows you to search for a Stimulator and link to it.
From the Clinician Menu:
1. Select Stimulator Search. The Stimulator Search screen displays.

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2. If the desired Stimulator has not been located, select Rescan.
3. Select the Stimulator that you wish to link to. The Link to Stimulator ? ###### screen displays.
4. Select Yes to link to the Stimulator.
or
Select No to cancel the action.
Clear Link
If the Remote Control is linked to a Stimulator, the Clear Link option displays on the Clinician
Menu.

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From the Clinician Menu:
1. Select Clear Link. The Clear Link to Stimulator? screen displays.
2. Select Yes to clear the link to the Stimulator.
or
Select No to cancel the action.
Impedances
You can use the Remote Control to check impedances.
From the Clinician Menu:
1. Select Impedances. An impedance measurement is taken and the Impedances screen is
displayed.