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DESCRIPTION: The HIC models 2000 and 3000 are a noninvasive instrument for detecting and monitoring bioelectric impedance cardiography signals from human subjects. The HIC (Hutcheson Impedance Cardiograph) is produced by Bio-Impedance Technology, Inc. and uses modern state-of-the-art electronic materials and techniques. The signal and operational specifications are very similar to the "older generation" Minnesota Impedance Cardiograph (Model 304B) instrument, except that the subject excitation current has been reduced by half (2 mA rms) and the Zo output signal is 0.5v/10 ohms instead of 1v/10 ohms. The reduced Zo output voltage results from the instrument's circuitry operating at a greatly reduced voltage of +/- 5 volts. However, the Zo signal output level is more that adequate for any type of external computer signal processing or strip chart application. The output signals and connectors are completely compatible with the COP-WIN cardiac output acquisition and analysis software system also available from Bio-Impedance Technology, Inc. The HIC-3000 is an integrated cardiac impedance data collection system that has a built in USB data acquisition processor which directly connects to the user's host computer and includes the COP-WIN/HRV data acquisition software. In both HIC models the electronics are housed in a rugged, but attractive, compact steel enclosure with easy-to-use pushbutton controls and embedded computer-driven display. The color of the instrument is light blue with almond- colored front and rear panels. The HIC's embedded computer monitors and controls the various functions and operational modes of the instrument. The user can adjust the instrument's sensitivity for both the ECG and Heart Sound signals in order to accommodate the differences in these signals between subjects. The instruments come with a 10 ft. 4-lead shielded impedance cable assembly terminated with 4 alligator clips at one end (for use with band electrodes) and a 9-pin connector on the other end which mates with the HIC:  An optional separate external ECG cable with three plug-in leads can also be ordered for use with the HIC in order to achieve greater ECG electrode placement flexibility (see accessories section). The ECG cable consists of a single cable with a 5-pin circular connector on one end, and a receptacle, on the other end, which accepts the three ECG electrode lead wires with clips for use with disposable electrodes.  All signal input and control circuitry which handles the electrode signals is optically and/or transformer isolated from the rest of the electronic circuitry powered by the system's power supply for subject/patient safety. There is no direct connection of the subject electrodes to either the enclosure or the power supply of the instrument. TYPICAL HIC WAVEFORMS:  Example of digitized ECG and dZ/dt waveforms from the HIC HIC-2000 FEATURES:
HIC- 3000 FEATURES:
INSTRUMENT CONTROLS: All of the instrument's controls are located on the front panel of the HIC-2000/3000. Two RED latching pushbutton switches are use for power on/off control and selection of either internal or external ECG electrodes respectively. The internal ECG signal position uses the impedance electrodes to detect the ECG signal, while the external position connects an optional external ECG electrode cable assembly to the HIC's isolated ECG circuitry. Additionally, there is a row of four gray momentary pushbutton switches that permit the user to select the different modes of operation in the HIC-2000/3000. These gray pushbuttons are monitored by the embedded computer, and when pressed by the operator, cause the computer to setup the instrument's circuitry for the desired operation and functions. There are also two single-turn rotary gain controls located in the center of the front panel that permit the operator to adjust the sensitivity of both the ECG signal and the Heart Sound signal. INPUT & OUTPUT CONNECTIONS: The HIC has three input connectors located on the front panel, one for the impedance electrode cable assembly, one for an external ECG electrode cable connection, and one for the connection of a Heart Sound microphone. The impedance electrode connector is a 9-pin (DB-9) female connector with jack-screw receptacles for securing the mating impedance electrode cable connector. Four of the nine pins are used for the connections of the four impedance electrodes (2 current and 2 voltage). The remaining five pins are used for electrode shield-drive connections. The ECG front-panel connector is a circular 5-pin connector that is used when a separate external ECG electrode cable (optional accessory) is employed. The third front panel connector is a 1/8" miniature phone jack intended for use with a Heart Sound microphone. Most heart sound microphone cables will either require an adapter to convert to a 1/8" phone plug, or the cable will have to be modified to accommodate such a plug. The HIC-2000 rear panel contains five BNC female connectors corresponding to each of the five output signals (ECG, Zo, dZ/dt, Delta Z, and Heart Sounds) produced by the instrument. There is also a 5-pin DIN female power connector located on the lower right corner of the rear panel for connection of the instrument's external medical-grade power supply. The HIC-3000 rear panel is the same the model 2000 except for the addition of the USB connector (see photo above). APPLICATIONS: The HIC-2000 and 3000 impedance cardiographs are primarily intended for impedance cardiography applications involving the assessment of stroke volume and cardiac output and associated cardiac performance parameters. It is designed for use with human subjects where the total thoracic bioelectric impedance at 100 KHz falls within the range or 5 ohms to 80 ohms. The instrument can also be used for other monitoring applications involving the use of impedance cardiography methodology, such as the monitoring of pulmonary congestion, pulmonary edema, pleural effusion, and numerous indices related to cardiac dynamics. HIC-2000 and 3000 SPECIFICATIONS:
WARRANTY: The HIC-2000 and HIC-3000 Bioelectric Impedance Cardiographs are warranted by Bio-Impedance Technology, Inc. (BIT) for a period of one year from the date of delivery for both parts and labor. The customer must first contact BIT regarding any problems or service needs, and to arrange for an RMA number if return is required. The customer must pay the shipping to BIT for repair during the warranty period. BIT will pay the cost of return shipping during the warranty period. Following the warranty period, the customer must pay for both the parts and labor and the shipping in both directions. The HIC-2000 and 3000 employ high-quality electronic components and rugged materials, and are designed to give long, reliable service. HIC ACCESSORIES:
Extra 10 ft. 4-Lead Impedance Electrode Cable Assembly: Part No. HIC2000ZC10 Extra 15 ft. 4-Lead Impedance Electrode Cable Assembly: Part No. HIC2000ZC15 Extra 20 ft. 4-Lead Impedance Electrode Cable Assembly: Part No. HIC2000ZC20 Extra Set of 4, 10 ft. BNC to BNC output cables: Part No. HIC2000BNC10 For pricing and ordering information contact:
88 VilCom Circle/ Suite 165 Chapel Hill, NC 27514 Phone: (919) 960-7799 Copyright © 2000-2007 Bio-Impedance Technology Last Update April 11, 2007  BIT
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