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polysomnography and electroneurodiagnosticsA comprehensive listing of manufacturers,distributors and suppliers of polysomnographyand electroneurodiagnostics equipment, with at-a-glance charts detailing the various systems available.

One Bio-logic PlazaMundelein, IL 60060(847) 949-5200; (800) 323-8326Fax: (847) 949-8615E-mail: [email protected] site: www.bio-logic.comProduct line: Sleepscan, Ceegraphand TravelerCompany description: Bio-logic Systems Corp. designs, develops andmarkets computerized electrodiag-nostic products for PSG/EEG,epilepsy monitoring, neurologicalmonitoring in the ICU, and ambulatory studies.

BRAEBON800 Proctor AveOgdensburg, NY 13669(613) 831-6690;(888) 462-4841Fax: (613) 831-6699E-mail: [email protected] site: www.braebon.comProduct line: PSG sensors, diagnosticsystems and data management softwareCompany description: BRAEBON is asingle source provider of PSG sen-sors, diagnostic systems and datamanagement outcomes software. Allproducts are competitively pricedwith warranties.

909 N. Kellogg St.Kennewick, WA 99336(509) 735-6481; (800) 245-3001Fax: (509) 783-6503E-mail: [email protected] site: www.cadwell.comProduct line: Easy II PSG/EEG, EasyIII PSG/EEG, and Ambulatory 2PSG/EEGCompany description: Cadwell manufactures and markets PSG,

EEG and other neurodiagnostic instruments. Founded in 1979 by brothers John and Carl, the company is known for competitivelypriced, user-friendly products.

7850 Paseo del Norte, Ste. 101El Paso, TX 79912(915) 845-5600; (877) 717-3975Fax: (915) 845-2965E-mail: [email protected] site: www.compumedics.comProduct line: Sleep diagnosticsCompany description: Compumedicsdevelops sleep and neurodiagnostictechnologies, and is a resource for research, clinical sleep, EEG andconsumable requirements.

600 E. Greenwich Ave.West Warwick, RI 02893(401) 828-4000; (877) 472-7779Fax: (401) 822-2430E-mail:[email protected] site: www.grass-telefactor.comProduct line: PSG instrumentationand accessoriesCompany description: Grass-Telefactor offers a wide range ofinstruments for PSG, EEG and long-term monitoring.

55 Pineview Dr., Ste. 100Buffalo, NY 14228(716) 691-0718; (888) 662-7632 Fax: (716) 691-1004E-mail: [email protected] site: www.medcare.comProduct line: PSG recording systemsand softwareCompany description: Medcaredevelops, manufactures and sells

sleep diagnostic systems. Medcare’sportfolio spans the full spectrum ofsleep diagnostics, from preliminarydetection studies to full PSG withextended EEG protocols.

Nellcor Puritan Bennett (Melville) Ltd.303 Terry Fox Dr., Ste. 400Kanata, Ontario, Canada K2K 3J1(613) 238-1840; (800) 663-3336Fax: (613) 238-1291E-mail:[email protected] site: www.sandmansleep.comProduct line: Sandman Elite, Sand-man EXpress, Sandman Spyder and SuzanneCompany description: PuritanBennett’s product line includes theSandman Elite®, a digital system for collection and scoring, and thenew Sandman EXpress™, an easy-to-use, turnkey sleep diagnostic system.

90 Icon St.Foothill Ranch, CA 92610(949) 580-1555; (800) 325-0283Fax: (949) 580-1550E-mail: [email protected] site: www.nkusa.com

1010 Murry Ridge Ln.Murrysville, PA 15668(724) 387-4000; (800) 345-6443Fax: (724) 387-5012E-mail:[email protected] site: www.respironics.comCompany description: Respironicsdevelops, manufactures and distributes products and programsthat serve the global sleep andrespiratory markets.

SleepMed Inc.700 Gervais St., Ste. 200Columbia, SC 29201(803) 779-5454; (800) 373-7326Fax: (803) 779-4405E-mail: [email protected] site: www.sleepmed.md andwww.sleepmedonline.comProduct line: Diagnostic andtherapeutic sleep servicesCompany description: SleepMedoffers sleep lab services to hospitals/physicians who prefer to outsourcethe equipment and labor aspects,with the added convenience of DME set up in their sleep lab.

Stellate 376 Victoria Ave., Ste. 200Montreal, Quebec, Canada H3Z 1C3(514) 486-1306; (888) 742-1306Fax: (514) 486-0694E-mail: [email protected] site: www.stellate.comProduct line: Sleep, EEG and LTMdiagnostics equipmentCompany description: Stellate furnishes clients with easy-to-useeconomical systems for sleep, rou-tine EEG, long-term monitoring andquantitative analysis.

2568 Bristol Cir.Oakville, Ontario, Canada L6H 5S1(905) 829-5300; (800) 387-7516Fax: (905) 829-5304E-mail: [email protected] site: www.xltek.comProduct line: PSG/Sleep, EEG, LTM,electromyography, intra-operativemonitoring and evoked potentialsCompany description: XLTEK devel-ops PSG and other diagnosticsystems using a customer-drivenapproach to create easy, accurateand reliable products that meetclinical workflow needs.

XLTEK

Respironics Inc.

Nihon Kohden America Inc.

Medcare Systems Inc.

Grass-Telefactor, an Astro-Med Inc. Product Group

Compumedics USA

Cadwell Laboratories Inc.

Bio-logic Systems Corp.

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Bio-logic Systems Corp.Sleepscan TravelerDigital3.9 x 2.9 x 5.8 (amplifier)14 oz.$14,000 to $25,000One year

YesYesYes

44256 to 512 HzEthernet connectivity or ambulatoryYes1600 x 1200 or others as requiredAdult, pediatricEthernet connectivity or ambulatoryAll common optionsWindows® XP ProfessionalXXXXXXXX

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XXXXXXFull look-back and analysis online

DVD, CD, automatic archival to server24-hour, seven-day telephone support, re-gional field support, remote online VPN sup-port, factory and regional Sleepscan courses,training CD, extended service agreements,automatic software and hardware upgradesPatient scheduler, integrated database,customizable reports, SQL queries formanagement reports, “autosync” digitalvideo, adaptive sampling, rapid analysis,multiple time base scoring, online scoring

Sleepscan VISIONDigital7 x 2.5 x 10 (plus computer)3 lbs. (plus computer)$18,000 to $25,000One year

YesNoNo

44256 to 1,024 HzEthernet connectivityYes1600 x 1200 or others as requiredAdult, pediatricEthernetAll common optionsWindows® XP ProfessionalXXXXXXXX

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XXXXXXFull look-back and analysis online

DVD, CD, automatic archival to server24-hour, seven-day telephone support, region-al field support, remote online VPN support,factory and regional Sleepscan courses,training CD, extended service agreements,automatic software and hardware upgradesPatient scheduler, integrated database,customizable reports, SQL queries formanagemnt reports, “autosync” digitalvideo, adaptive sampling, rapid analysis,multiple time base scoring, online scoring

BRAEBONPURSUIT SLEEP 2Digital4.8 x 2.6 x 17 oz.$14,495 per bed3 years

Isolated wall mount power supply2 AA batteriesNot required

22Up to 480 HzDigital 24 bit resolutionUnlimited1600 x 1200All modesExternal DC inputsAccepts all types; sensor kit included with each bedWindows® XPXXXXX

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User definedProvides 24-hour support 365 days, including a rapid response program that ships replacementparts same day

PURSUIT SLEEP 2 is a second generation diagnosticsystem that can record, analyze and report stationary, portable, ambulatory and at-home studies.

Company nameProduct nameAnalog, digital or bothDimensions (H x L x W) in inchesWeightCostWarranty

Power:External supplyBatteryRecharger

Recording:Number of channelsSampling ratesAmplifiersVariable montage capabilitiesMonitor display resolutionModes (adult, pediatric, etc.)InterfacesTypes of sensors/electrodesSoftwareFull referential EEGEsophageal pH availabilityIntegrated oximetersIntegrated pressure transducerNPT-capableReal-time respiratory detectionReal-time cardiac event detectionPeriodic limb movement detection

Scoring:ManualComputer-assistedAutomaticAbility to trend multiple channelsBuilt-in patient databaseCustomizeable reportsPrinting module

Monitoring:Stationary recordingAmbulatory recordingControl room capabilitiesVideo/surveillance optionLocal via computerRemote via network/internetLook-back features

Data storage optionsCustomer support services

Other features

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Cadwell Laboratories Inc.Easy IIDigital

Yes

326,400 Hz32 channelsYes

Adult, pediatric, neonateYesStandardWindows® XPXXXXXXXX

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DVD, CD-R, DVD-R, etc.24-hour, seven-day free telephone supportfor PSG systems

Scorer-to-Scorer™, Q-Video with Q-Movement animation features

Compumedics USAE-seriesDigitalHeadbox: 4 x 6.3 x 2; Control box: 5.25 x 7.36 x 1.75Headbox: 1 lb.; Control box: 1.2 lbs.

YesNoNo

Up to 58, plus unlimited virtual channelsUser-selectable up to 512 Hz42 x AC, 13 x DCUnlimited1280 x 1024 or greaterAdult, pediatricAny device with an analog outputUniversal, full set providedWindows® XP, 2000, 2003 Server or NT 4.0X

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XXXXReal-time and remote look-back of entire study withscoring and editing during collection; also add user notesCD-R, DVD-R24-hour, seven-day telephone support, field support,software upgrades

Flexible, powerful computer-assisted scoring withtime-saving reporting and split-night tools, options for research tools, cardiac analysis, and neXus labmanagement system

Easy Ambulatory 2Digital4 x 6 (pouch)< 1 lb.

Standard C or D cell

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DVD, CD-R, DVD-R, etc.24-hour, seven-day free telephonesupport for PSG systems

Can collect data up to 72 hours with battery change, uses standard flash memory cards

Easy IIIDigital

Yes

32, 64, 1283,200 Hz

Yes


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DVD, CD-R, DVD-R, etc.24-hour, seven-day free telephonesupport for PSG systems

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DigitalHeadbox: 3.1 x 1.8 x 0.9; Main unit: 4.5 x 2.5 x 1.28.8 oz.

NoFour AA batteries or NiMH battery packNo

81 to 256 Hz2 x DC, 6 x ACYes1280 x 1024 or greaterAdultNoFull set providedWindows® XP, 2000, 2003 Server or NT 4.0

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Data is recorded on compact flash card, nolook-back available

CD-R, DVD-R

24-hour, seven-day telephone support, field support, software upgradesSomté Cardiac Analysis includes detection and classification of VE and SVE events; ST segment analysis, Heart Rate VariabilityAnalysis, full editing capabilities

SiestaDigital5.5 x 3 x 1.59.6 oz.

YesFour AA batteries or NiMH battery packYes

Up to 52, plus unlimited virtual channelsUser-selectable up to 1,024 Hz28 x AC, 20 x DC, 4 x DC/ACUnlimited1280 x 1024 or greaterAdult, pediatricAny device with an analog outputUniversal, full set providedWindows® XP, 2000, 2003 Server or NT 4.0X

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Real-time and remote look-back of entire studywith scoring and editing during collection, alsoadds user notesCD-R, DVD-R

24-hour, seven-day telephone support, fieldsupport, software upgradesWi-Fi technology, flexible, computer-assistedscoring with time-saving reporting and split-night tools, options for research tools, cardiacanalysis, neXus lab management

Compumedics USASafiroDigital5.5 x 3 x 1.59.6 oz.

YesFour AA batteries or NiMH battery packYes

Up to 52, plus unlimited virtual channelsUser-selectable up to 1,024 Hz28 x AC, 20 x DC, 4 x DC/ACUnlimited1280 x 1024 or greaterAdult, pediatricAny device with an analog outputUniversal, full set providedWindows® XP, 2000, 2003 Server or NT 4.0X

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Data stored to flash card, monitoring possiblevia IR link, but no look-back

CD-R, DVD-R

24-hour, seven-day telephone support, fieldsupport, software upgradesFlexible, computer-assisted scoring withtime-saving reporting and split-night tools,options for research tools, cardiac analysis,neXus lab management system





Monitoring:Stationary recordingAmbulatory recordingControl room capabilitiesVideo/surveillance optionLocal monitoring via desktop/notebook computerRemote monitoring via network/internetLook-back features

Data storage options

Customer support services

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Medcare Systems Inc.Compass F10 and M10Digital0.8 x 4.9 x 2.53.3 oz.Competitive pricing availableOne year standard, optional extention

NoYesNo

M10: 5 plus derived channels; F10: 4 plus derived channels3 to 75 HzSDB screening deviceNo1600 x 1200 or higherAdultUSB, serialComplete array of sensorsWindows® 2000, XP

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Data can be recorded online and ambulatory; in onlinemode, previously recorded data are viewed by pausingdisplay and moving back in the recordingHard disk, CD-R/RW, DVD-RW

24-hour technical and customer service provided 365 days at no chargeEasy-to-use screeners for the detection of sleep-disordered breathing

Comet PSGDigital2 x 6 x 72.3 lbs.Configuration and option dependentLimited lifetime warranty on Grass-Telefactor manufactured parts

Regulated medical grade

Up to 50200 or 400 samples/secondAC, DC analogProgrammableMany options availableAdult, pediatric1/8-inch phono, ±10 V analog inputStandardWindows® 2000, XPXX

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Complete look-back capabilities

Hard disk, CD-R/RW, DVD +/-RW

24-hour, seven-day customer support provided by Grass-Telefactor specialistsEDF import/export, ASCII export available, MPEG4 video capture, compatible with other Grass-Telefactor PSG systems including the SleepTrek portable sleep screener

Grass-Telefactor, an Astro-Med Inc. Product GroupAURA PSG Wireless/Ambulatory SystemDigital3.5 W x 5.9 H x 1.0 D10 oz.Configuration and option dependentLimited lifetime warranty on Grass-Telefactor manufactured parts

Regulated medical gradeRechargeable 3.6 V lithium batteryExternal

24 built-in, 8 external200 HzAC, DC analogProgrammableMany options availableAdult, pediatric1/8-inch phono, ±10 V analog inputStandardWindows® 2000, XPXXX

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Complete look-back capabilities

Hard disk, CD-R/RW, DVD +/-RW

24-hour, seven-day customer support provided by Grass-Telefactor specialistsEDF import/export, ASCII export available, MPEG4 video capture, compatible with other Grass-Telefactor PSG systems including the SleepTrek portable sleep screener

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Product nameAnalog, digital or bothDimensions (H x L x W) in inchesWeightCostWarranty







Other features

Medcare Systems Inc.EmblettaDigital0.8 x 4.9 x 2.53.5 oz.Competitive pricing availableOne year standard, optional extension

YesYes

9, with 14 derived signals3 to 75 HzAC/DCDependent on proxy1600 x 1200 or higherAdult, pediatricStandard, AutoSet, CPAP, pneumoflow, Palm™Two pole 1 mm connectorsWindows® 2000, XP

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Adjustable look-back windows allowscoring/editing during collectionHard disk, CD-R/RW, DVD-RW

24-hour technical and customer supportprovided 365 days at no charge

Ambulatory, nine-channel pocket-sizedrecorder collects data for up to 12hours; includes sensors and analysissoftware; EKG and EEG modulesavailable

Rembrandt with Embla N7000Digital1.06 x 7.48 x 5.121.37 lbs.Competitive pricing availableOne year standard, optional extension

110 to 220 V, patient isolated

Up to 60 Software-selectable 2 to 2,048 HzAC/DCYes1600 x 1200 or higherAdult, pediatricEthernetStandard and complete array of sensors availableWindows® 2000, XPXXXXXXXX

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Adjustable look-back windows allowscoring/editing during collectionHard disk, CD-R/RW, DVD-RW, Enterprise Data Management24-hour technical and customer supportprovided 365 days at no charge

Comprehensive and flexible diagnosticpackages with Advanced RespiratoryModules, NiteAssistant and EnterpriseData Management packages

Rembrant with Embla S4000Digital1.06 x 7.48 x 5.121.37 lbs.Competitive pricing availableOne year standard, optional extension


24 AC, 8 DCSoftware-selectable from 2 to 200 HzAC/DCYes1600 x 1200 or higherAdult, pediatricEthernetTwo pin connectors and complete array of sensors availableWindows® 2000, XP

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Adjustable look-back windows allow scoring/editing during collectionHard disk, CD-R/RW, DVD-RW, Enterprise Data Management24-hour technical and customer support provided365 days at no charge

Comprehensive and flexible diagnostic packageswith Advanced Respiratory Modules, NiteAssistantand Enterprise Data Management packages

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Rembrandt with Monet SLP+Digital5.51 x 4.57 x 1.970.8 lb.Competitive pricing availableOne year standard, optional extension

External AC or six AA batteriesYesNo

24Up to 1,600 HzAC/DCYes1600 x 1200 or higherAdult, pediatricPCMCIAStandard and complete array of sensors availableWindows® 2000, XP

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Adjustable look-back windows allow scoring/editing during collectionHard disk, CD-R/RW, DVD-RW, Enterprise Data Management24-hour technical and customer supportprovided 365 days at no charge

Comprehensive and flexible diagnosticpackagaes with Advanced RespiratoryModules, NiteAssistant and EnterpriseData Management packages

Somnologica with Embla A10Analog1.8 x 5.3 x 3.31.04 lbs.Competitive pricing availableOne year standard, optional extension

110 to 220 V, patient isolatedYesYes

Up to 20Software-selectable from 1 to 200 HzAC/DCYes1600 x 1200 or higherAdult, pediatricPCMCIAStandard and complete array of sensors availableWindows® 2000, XP

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Adjustable look-back windows allow scoring/editing during collectionHard disk, CD-R/RW, DVD-RW, Enterprise Data Management24-hour technical and customer supportprovided 365 days at no charge

Studio and research focused ScienceSeries available; flexible packages combined with an intuitive user interface and comprehensive patient data management

Somnologica with Embla N7000Digital1.06 x 7.48 x 5.121.37 lbs.Competitive pricing availableOne year standard, optional extension


Up to 60Software-selectable 2 to 2,048 HzAC/DCYes1600 x 1200 or higherAdult, pediatricEthernetStandard and complete array of sensors availableWindows® 2000, XPXXXXX

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Adjustable look-back windows allowscoring/editing during collectionHard disk, CD-R/RW, DVD-RW, Enterprise Data Management24-hour technical and customer supportprovided 365 days at no charge

Studio and research focused Science Series available; flexible packagescombined with an intuitive user interface and comprehensive patient data management

Somnologica with Embla S4000Digital1.06 x 7.48 x 5.121.37 lbs.Competitive pricing availableOne year standard, optional extension


24 AC, 8 DCSoftware-selectable 2 to 200 HzAC/DCYes1600 x 1200 or higherAdult, pediatricEthernetTwo pin connectors and complete array of sensors availableWindows® 2000, XP

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Adjustable look-back windows allow scoring/editing during collectionHard disk, CD-R/RW, DVD-RW, Enterprise Data Management24-hour technical and customer support provided 365 days at no charge

Studio and research focused Science Seriesavailable; flexible packages combined with anintuitive user interface and comprehensivepatient data management

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Diagnostics and therapy that were made for each other.

Puritan Bennett delivers a winning combination: industry-leading Sandman® sleep diagnosticsystems and leading-edge GoodKnight® sleep therapy devices and interfaces. Our integrateddiagnostic and therapy products make titration a breeze—simply change pressure with a singlemouse click and a real-time tag is placed in your study. No calibration or extra cabling is needed.Patients win, too. The incredibly small and quiet GoodKnight CPAP and bi-level devices areengineered with the latest technology for breathing comfort, and our innovative interfaces allow sleepin virtually any position. Puritan Bennett offers complete solutions with the convenience of asingle supplier renowned for customer support.

To learn more call us at 1.800.663.3336 or visit www.sandmansleep.com.

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Recording:Number of channelsSampling ratesAmplifiers

Variable montage capabilitiesMonitor display resolutionModes (adult, pediatric, etc.)Interfaces

Types of sensors/electrodesSoftwareFull referential EEGEsophageal pH availabilityIntegrated oximetersIntegrated pressure transducerNPT-capableReal-time respiratory detectionReal-time cardiac event detectionPeriodic limb movement detection




Customer support servicesOther features

Nellcor Puritan Bennett (Melville) Ltd.Sandman EliteDigitalAmplifier: 2.2 x 10.2 x 6.8; Headbox: 2.5 x 5.2 x 3.81.5 kgCompetitive pricing availableOne year, extended support available

IncludedN/AN/A

64 inputs, unlimited virtual channels8,192 HzAC, DC

User-defined montagesBased on monitor selectedAdult, pediatric32 monopolar AC, 8 bipolar AC, 8 to 16 DC inputs, integrated Nellcor® oximeter

Standard AC, DC inputsWindows® 2000, XP, NTXXX

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Real-time and remote look-back of entirestudy with on-the-fly scoringOptional Microsoft® Access® Database, harddisk, CD-RW, CD-R, DVD-RW24 hours, seven days a week, 365 days a yearCustomizable system offering computer-assistedscoring of respiratory, EKG, desaturation, FFT, ETCO2, ECG, snore, automated event associations,bad data, running RDI in collection; quality assur-ance module for teaching purposes; integrateddigital video; European version available

Sandman EXpress™DigitalAmplifier: 5.1 x 3.9 x 1.4; Headbox: 5 x 3.8 x 1< 0.03 kgCompetitive pricing availableOne year, extended support available

IncludedN/AN/A

21 inputs4,256 HzAC

Pre-loaded montages1280 x 1024, determined by monitor providedAdult6 monopolar AC, 8 bipolar AC, integrated Nellcor®

oximeter (SaO2, Pulse), body position, PTAF, threeCPAP channels (flow, pressure and leak)Standard AC inputsWindows® XP

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Real-time with unlimited review options

External hard drive (Maxtor®), CD-RW, CD-R

24 hours, seven days a week, 365 days a yearThe Sandman EXpress system combines the hardware,software and sensors needed to conduct comprehensivesleep studies in one system. The components are theSandman EXpress sleep diagnostic software, SandmanDigital 20™ Amplifier, Dell™ computer system, and PuritanBennett® Knight Star® 330 Bi-Level® Ventilator.

Sandman Spyder/Sandman Digital 32+ AmplifierDigitalAmplifier: 2.2 x 10.2 x 6.8; Headbox: 2.5 x 5.2 x 3.81.5 kgCompetitive pricing availableOne year, extended support available

IncludedN/AN/A

Up to 728,192 HzAC, DC

User-defined montagesBased on monitor selectedAdult, pediatric, neonate32 monopolar AC, 8 bipolar AC, oximeter, LED photic stimulator, auditory stimulator, somatosensoryStandard AC, DC inputsWindows® 2000, XP, NTX

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Real-time and remote look-back of entire study with on-the-fly scoringDatabase, hard disk, CD-RW, CD-R, DVD-R, DVD-RW24 hours, seven days a week, 365 daysEuropean/EDF conversion available, long term EEG monitoring, 3D spectral mapping and FFT analysis, cognitive ERPs and sensory EPS


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Suzanne Portable Recording SystemDigital5.7 x 5.5 x 2.41.85 lbs.Competitive pricing availableOne year, extended support available

Optional DC inputIntegrated NiMH, 20 hrs.Integrated, quick charge

Custom 10, 18, 26, 36 configurations256 HzAC, DC

Preset montagesBased on monitor selectedAdult, pediatric18 monopolar AC (paired), 8 respiratory(including nasal pressure and snore), integrated Nellcor® oximetry, one DC inputStandard EEG, Pro-Tech respiratory beltsWindows® 2000, XP, NTXXXXXX

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In attended mode with Sandman softwareCompact flash, hard disk, CD-RW, CD-R, DVD-R, DVD-RW24 hours, seven days a weekFor attended or unattended PSG; built-inNellcor® oximetry, CPAP nasal pressure transducer, fiber optic link; score studies with Sandman software; built-in body position and light sensor; compact unit

Nihon Kohden AmericaEEG-1100 Data Acquisition System With PSG SoftwareDigitalMain unit: 13.7 x 18.5 x 8.25; PC unit: 17.55 x 17.3 x 8.1Main unit: 44 lbs.; PC unit: 33 lbs.Configuration and option dependent

120 VAC, 50/60 Hz

40 to 192100 to 10,000 Hz40 AC, 32 DC

Referential or bipolar (online or off-line)Up to 1600 x 1200Adult, pediatricPulse oximeter, CO2 devices, CPAP

Piezo, snore, pressure transducers, body position, respiratory, electrodesWindows® 2000 ProfessionalX

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Full scoring, remontaging and digital video

CD, DVD

EEG-9100 Portable Laptop SystemDigital3 x 7.9 x 4.356.6 lbs.Configuration and option dependent

117 AC, 50/60 Hz, 420 VA max

27 to 32100 to 1,00032 AC referential, four DC with JE-911A; 27 ACreferential; 10 DC and SpO2 with JE-912AReferential recording with online and off-line remontagingUp to 1600 x 1200Adult, pediatric, nenoateAnalog output and DC input boards—RS232

EEG, Piezo, DC devices, nasal pressureWindows® 2000, XP ProfessionalXXX

XOptional with Polysmith softwareOptional with Polysmith softwareOptional with Polysmith software

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XXXXView any time period, stage and score (Polysmith option); viewany time period within recording of waveforms onlyHard drive, CD

EEG-9200 Data Acquisition System With PSG SoftwareDigitalMain unit: 4.5 x 10.5 x 4.25; PC unit: 17.55 x 17.3 x 8.1Main unit: 15 lbs.; PC unit: 33 lbs.Configuration and option dependent

120 VAC, 50/60 Hz

27 to 32100 to 1,00032 AC amplifiers; four DC with JE-911A; 27 ACreferential; 10 DC and SpO2 with JE-912AReferential or bipolarUp to 1600 x 1200Adult, pediatricPulse oximeter, CO2 devices, CPAP

Piezo, snore, pressure transducers, body position, respiratory, electrodesWindows® 2000 ProfessionalXXX

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Recording:Number of channelsSampling ratesAmplifiersVariable montage capabilitiesMonitor display resolutionModes (adult, pediatric, etc.)Interfaces

Types of sensors/electrodesSoftware

Full referential EEGEsophageal pH availabilityIntegrated oximetersIntegrated pressure transducerNPT-capableReal-time respiratory detectionReal-time cardiac event detectionPeriodic limb movement detection





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Track It 12, 24 or 36 Ambulatory EEG/PSG SystemBoth1.25 x 5.5 x 41.6 lbs.Configuration and option dependent

100 to 200 VAC, 50/60 Hz, medical grade DCAlkaline or lithium disposableNone

12, 24 or 3625, 50, 100, 200 or 256 — individually selectableAC, DC, referential bipolar plus high-level analog outputReferential or bipolarUp to 1600 x 1200Adult, pediatricRS232

Pressure, DC, Piezo, EEG, snore, light, pulseAny Windows® software for setup and reviewXXX

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Off-line sleep analysis of recorded data; look-back is non-applicableOnline data storage to ATA flash disk; following data analysis stored on CD

Respironics Inc.Alice 3DigitalAmp: 3 x 8.75 x 5.75; Headbox: 0.8 x 3.8 x 2.18Amp: 4 lbs.; Headbox: 0.4 lb.Configuration and option dependentOne year

100 to 200 VAC, 50/60 Hz, med. grade AC/DCN/AN/A

28Up to 100 Hz

YesUp to 1600 x 1200 and 16 bitAdult, pediatric, neonate8 analog DC inputs

Full sensor set providedAlice® Sleepware™ in Windows® 2000or XP (Home/Pro)XX

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Full real-time/post-acquisition scoring

Local hard drive, CD, DVD, flash memory, network drives24 hours, seven days a week

EDF/ASCII data export, externaloximeters, Pro-Tech sensors and PTAF, multiple Respironics titrationoptions available

Nihon Kohden AmericaPolysmith™ 1 or 2 Bed SystemsDigitalMain unit: 13.7 x 18.5 x 25; PC unit: 17.55 x 17.3 x 8.1Main unit: 44 lbs.; PC unit: 33 lbs.Configuration and option dependent

120 VAC, 50/60 Hz

27100 to 500 selectable27 AC, 10 DCReferential or bipolar1600 x 1200Adult, pediatricMost devices with analog input

UniversalWindows® 2000, XP Professional

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Complete online look-back and scoring

CD, DVD

Two-monitor interface optional;multitasking, scoring, recording andremote access all can be performed from the same application; comprehensivedatabase and scheduler available

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Alice 5DigitalBase station: 12.5 x 14 x 5; Headbox: 2 x 4 x 10Base stations: 7.8 lbs.; Headbox: 1.5 lbs.Configuration and option dependentTwo years

100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, med. grade AC/DCN/AN/A

55Up to 2,000 HzHeadbox is amplifierYesUp to 1600 x 1200 and 16 bitAdult, pediatric, neonate10 analog DC inputs in base, two in headbox

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Local hard drive, CD, DVD, flash memory, network drives24 hours, seven days a week

6-Channel ECG, PTT, Masimo oximetry, EDF/ASCII Data export, multiple Respironicstitration options, real-time impedance during/after study, integrated intercom, remote data and study access

SleepMed Inc.Sleep Lab Services

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Training and 24-hour, seven-day support services provided tothe sleep technologist performing the study and the physicianproviding medical direction and/or interpretation servicesSleep diagnostic systems, as well as video and audiomonitoring systems, are set up, supported and main-tained over the life of a sleep services contract

StellateHarmonieDigital

One year

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44 channel headbox with DC auxiliary inputsUp to 1,000 HzDigital EEG/SleepYes1218 x 1024Adult, pediatricUSB

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24-hour, seven-day support by a qualified service and support team

Online scoring tools, personal workspaces and data management resources

XLTEKInspirex Sleep System with Connex AmplifierDigitalBase unit: 1.7 x 12 x 13; Breakout: 1.1 x 6.1 x 3.8Base unit: 4 lbs.; Breakout: 0.68 lb.Starting from $16,500One year

115/230 VAC, 50/60 HzNoNo

50512, 256, 200, 50 and 10 HzReferential AC, differential AC/DCComplete montage and reference flexibilityAs high as selected monitor allowsAdult, pediatric1.5 mm safety touch, 1/8-inch mini phoneAllWindows® XP

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Review and analysis capability while recording; shows live and review in a split-screen modeHard drive, CD, DVD, any other Windows® compatible mediaSupport team available 24 hours, seven days forphone and remote PC support; nationwide network of service engineers dispatched when requiredFast manual and automated analysis,flexible reporting, easy data management,full EEG capability, integrated Masimooximeter, self monitoring tools, synchronized MPEG4 video

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XLTEKInspirex Sleep System with Trex AmplifierDigital1.1 x 6.1 x 3.80.66 lb.Starting from $17,250One year

115/230 VAC, 50/60 HzTwo AA batteriesNo

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