IntuBrite VLS 6600 Video Laryngoscope
Operating Instructions
IntuBrite, LLC
2322 La Mirada Drive
Vista, CA 92081
760.727.1900
www.IntuBrite.com
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Index
I. Device Assembly and Disassembly
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II. Operating the VLS 6600 Monitor
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III. VLS 6600 System Operation
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IV. Cleaning Instructions7
V. Batteries and Battery Maintenance
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VI. Troubleshooting10
VII. Warranty Information and Registration
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IntuBrite VLS 6600 Video Laryngoscope
Operating Instructions
Congratulations on your purchase of the VLS 6600 handheld video laryngoscope. With its modular design, high resolution images, proprietary lighting
system and recording capabilities, this device represents a state-of-the-art
solution to both routine and difficult intubation procedures, in multiple environments.
While the VLS 6600 is fairly intuitive to assemble and operate, these instructions will serve as a reference for operation and maintenance of the device.
Please read the instructions carefully before attempting to operate the VLS
6600.
I. Device Assembly and Disassembly
1. Select the appropriate VLS video blade for the patient size and anatomy.
2. Position the blade connection point to the video handle mounting block
and snap into position by pushing down on the tip of the blade.
3. Orient the 6600 video/DVR display connector to the video connection on
the top of the VLS handle, and position the marks on the connector to align
with the opposing mark on the handle.
4. Gently push the display connector into the handle connection until a
positive “click” is felt and the locking sleeve on the connector moves down
close to the connection point. The monitor is now locked into place.
5. Disassembly is accomplished by grasping the movable locking sleeve
on the monitor connector in Step 4 above and pulling it up and away from
the handle. This action will release the locking mechanism of the connector
and allow separation of the handle and monitor.
6. Removal of the video blade from the handle is accomplished through
the reverse of the action in Step 2: pulling up on the tip of the blade and
separating the blade connection point from the handle mounting block
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II. Operating the VLS 6600 Monitor
Startup
1. Press, briefly hold and then release the PWR key in the lower left hand
corner of the monitor. The system will then power up and display the
IntuBrite logo for a few seconds, and will then be fully functional. If a video
blade is appropriately fitted to the handle, an image from the camera will
appear on the screen.
2. Upon turning on the monitor, for a few seconds the screen will project in
the lower left hand corner a small battery symbol icon indicating the power
level of the monitor’s internal rechargeable lithium battery. The date and
time will also be displayed.
3. If the battery is adequately charged, the icon will soon disappear. If the
battery is low in power and in need of recharging, the icon will remain on
the screen until the device is either recharged with the external mini-USB
recharger cord, or power is eventually exhausted and the monitor turns itself
off. The icon will flash when the battery nears depletion of its power.
III. VLS 6600 System Operation
The VLS 6600 is designed to be used with standard laryngoscopy technique
similar to that of direct laryngoscopy. Please refer to qualified instructors
who provide specialized training in endotracheal intubation techniques
before attempting to use this device with human subjects.
Video Blades
1. Cleaning: The blade and handle should be appropriately cleaned and/or
sterilized before use (see cleaning instructions in PART IV).
2. Anti-Fog: The sapphire lens of the VLS video blade features an electrical
lens heating element which helps eliminate lens fogging in the warm and
humid conditions of the airway. The heating element is powered by the
handle battery, and begins functioning when the blade is fully engaged
with the handle as indicated by the illumination of the LEDs on the blade.
Depending upon the initial temperature of the blade, the lens should be
fully fog-resistant within 30 seconds of the connection of the blade to the
handle.
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A. Recording, saving and viewing images and video
Still images and video of the airway and intubation procedures can be recorded
and automatically saved to the monitor’s removable 4 GB SD card.
Recording still images:
- Press the camera icon button on the front of the display. Images are
automatically saved to the SD card under a “.JPG” file format.
NOTE: Still images cannot be recorded and saved while the device is recording video.
Recording video loops:
- Press the video icon button once to initiate recording. The action is noted
by an ongoing blinking RED notification on the display. A recording time
counter will also be displayed.
- Press the same button a second time to end the recording. The video file
will automatically be saved to the SD card under an “.AVI” format.
Accessing images and videos:
• Both still images and video loops can be accessed by pressing the “arrow”
button on the display, and advancing through them in chronological order
by pressing the “camera” icon button.
• Each file is individually identified by a date/time stamp.
• Video files can be played on the display through communication with the
attachable video/DVR remote control.
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B. Managing SD Card Files
With the Remote Control
The remote control for the VLS 6600 was
designed to allow access and management of
data on the 6600’s SD card by connection
to/through the display, and enable simplification
of common video recording functions and
controls on the display itself.
The remote control features the following control buttons:
1. “Menu” (upper left hand corner of remote): Allows setting Clock and Still/
Video Quality, and controls file deletion and SD card formatting
2. “Access” (upper right hand corner): Changes display from live video feed to
access stored files on SD card
3. “Arrow” Up, Down, Left and Right: Enables specific selection of files for
viewing on screen, and selects DVR function
4. “Enter” (in center of arrow buttons): Actuates selected DVR function
Directions for Remote control DVR Functions
To access and manage still image files and video files:
Press “Access” button
Press Right or Left arrow button to advance through images/files
To Play a selected video file
Press “Down Arrow” button to start
Press “Down Arrow” button again to pause/stop
To Delete a selected still images or video files
Press “Menu” button
Press Right or Left arrow buttons to select “Delete Single” Press “Enter” button
To Exit to live video
Press “Menu” button
Deletion of additional single files, all files or to reformat/erase the SD card can
be accomplished through this menu sequence in similar fashion.
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Adjusting DVR Settings Set Current Time and Date
• In live video mode, Press “Menu” button
• Press Right or Left Hand arrow button to highlight “Time”
• Press “Enter” button
• Press Right or Left arrow buttons to advance to desired portion of date and
time to set
• Press Up or Down arrow buttons to adjust values
• Press “Enter” button to return to prior menu
Photo and Movie quality can be adjusted between standard and high quality
images using similar actions in this menu.
• Press “Menu” to exit to live video
IV. Cleaning Instructions
Please carefully follow the operating instructions from the manufacturer
of any cleaning/sterilization device utilized to clean and decontaminate
IntuBrite devices
1. Handle
The VLS handle can be cleaned through a variety of methods. The battery
should first be removed from the handle, and the cap replaced.
- Wipe down or soak with anti-microbial solutions - Bath sterilization methods
(i.e. Steris or STERRAD) - Steam autoclave
The electrical connector is waterproof, and does not require special treatment
or covering during sterilization.
2. Video blade
Given its electrical componentry, the VLS blade should not be exposed to
extreme temperatures during cleaning. The blade can be sterilized through
- Anti-microbial soaking
- Steris or STERRAD processing
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3. VLS 6600 Display
The display is not waterproof and should not be submerged or exposed to
excessive amounts of fluids. The face of the unit, including the front control
buttons, is sealed and can be cleaned with anti-microbial solution wipes.
Cleaning of the remainder of the unit should be done carefully to avoid
introducing liquids into the interior of the monitor.
V. Batteries and Battery Maintenance
The VLS 6600 system is equipped with rechargeable lithium ion batteries. These
batteries are designed to independently provide optimal power to the monitor
and the video blades, and can be fully recharged many times. For convenience,
the monitor and handle batteries can be recharged simultaneously; see #3
below.
1. Monitor battery
The rechargeable battery in the VLS 6600 monitor powers the unit
independently. It is not accessible other than to connect to a charger via the
mini-USB charging port on the side of the unit. The LED on the face of the
monitor will illuminate GREEN when the battery is charging, and will cease
to illuminate when the monitor battery is fully charged.
- Life of one full charge in continuous use: 2.5 hours (average)
- Time to recharge: up to 3 hours from fully discharged state
- Working life: up to 3 years (average)
The VLS monitor can be continuously attached to the charger for long periods
of time between uses without damaging the battery. Lithium ion batteries
also do not exhibit “memory” characteristics, and do not require deep cycle
depletion and recharging regimens to maintain peak functionality.
Note: Allowing rechargeable lithium batteries to fully discharge can damage
the battery and reduce performance significantly. Full discharge of the
batteries should be avoided.
2. Handle Battery
The AA size 3.7v lithium ion rechargeable battery in the VLS video handle
powers the camera, LEDs and lens heating element in the video blade. It
is accessible by removing the cap on the top of the handle, and can be
recharged through the use of a wall charger.
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Ensure that the AA-size battery is placed in the correct orientation in the
charger. The LED on the charger will illuminate RED while charging the battery,
and GREEN when the battery is fully charged.
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Handle Battery Characteristics: 3.7 volt rechargeable lithium ion, AA size
Life of one full charge in continuous use: up to 2 hours (average)
Time to recharge: approximately 3 hours from fully discharged state
Working life: up to 3 years (average)
The AA size 3.7 volt rechargeable handle batteries can be continuously
attached to their charger for long periods of time. These batteries also do not
exhibit “memory” characteristics, and do not require deep cycle depletion
and recharging regimens to maintain peak functionality.
3. Simultaneous monitor/handle battery charging
The monitor and handle batteries may be more conveniently recharged
together through the monitor charger. This is accomplished by plugging the
mini-USB charger into the monitor with the handle and monitor attached,
and the battery installed in the handle as normal.
Circuitry in the monitor will direct current to charge the handle battery first,
as indicated by a RED illumination of the LED on face of the monitor. When
the handle battery is fully charged, the LED will turn GREEN in color and
current will then be directed to charge the monitor battery.
Total time to recharge the combined blade/handle system from a fully
discharged state is up to 6 hours. When the monitor battery is fully charged,
the LED will cease to illuminate. The entire unit is then fully charged and
ready for use.
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VI. Troubleshooting
IntuBrite VLS systems are generally reliable and simple to operate, requiring
minimal maintenance for extended periods. However, the following is offered
to help deal with unexpected device conditions:
1) Monitor is non-functional, shows no sign of power
- Check for proper charging of the battery
- Hold down the On/Off button for 2 seconds before release
2) Monitor is powered, but shows blue screen
- Ensure that the monitor connector is properly aligned with and fully inserted in the handle connection point
- Check connection of video blade to handle
- Ensure blade is properly fitted to the handle mount and the connection is solid
- LEDs on video blade should be fully illuminated
- Verify handle battery is charged and installed correctly with positive terminal inserted first/down in handle.
3) Image appears on screen, but is grainy or dim
- Ensure that handle battery is adequately charged
- Check all blade and handle connections
- Ensure that lenses on camera and LEDs on blade are clean, and not contaminated
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IntuBrite VLS Limited Warranty
IntuBrite warrants its VLS Products to be free of defects in materials and
workmanship under normal use and service of the instruments for 12 months
from date of purchase as follows:
What is Covered: Replacement of All Parts and Labor.
What is Not Covered: Transportation charges to and from IntuBrite, damage
caused by abuse, misuse, accident or negligence.
To Obtain Warranty Service: Please contact IntuBrite Customer Support.
Customer Support will review the situation, and if appropriate, issue an RGA
authorization and number. A form will be sent to be completed and returned
with the defective product.
An RGA number is valid for 30 days after issuance. Any returns after the 30 day
period has expired are not authorized and will not be accepted.
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IntuBrite VLS Professional Care Extended Warranty
IntuBrite’s Professional Care Extended Warranty covers all VLS products
against defects in material and workmanship for a period of One (1) to
Three (3) years from date of shipment to the customer. This extended
warranty is available only to the original purchaser of the VLS system or
components, and is not transferable. This package may be purchased
on an annual basis, or for a three (3) year period. This optional package
may also be extended for up to three (3) years after the completion of
the initial Extended Warranty period, accumulating a maximum of six
years of coverage.
If additional equipment is added to the original VLS system, an extended
warranty package can be purchased separately and independently for
each item under the above terms.
If a VLS system fails for any reason during the extended warranty period,
IntuBrite will repair or replace the failed component of the VLS system.
IntuBrite will provide a loaner unit within the next business day after
notification to our customer service department.
The customer agrees to return the VLS product to IntuBrite upon receipt
of the loaner unit and agrees to return the loaner unit within three (3)
business days after receiving the repaired unit.
This extended warranty does not apply to product that has been
damaged due to obvious mishandling or as a result of modification by
an unauthorized IntuBrite repair station or person.
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IntuBrite VLS Warranty Registration
IntuBrite products do not contain a warranty registration card. Although
warranty registration is not required in order to obtain warranty service, it
is a good practice to register your product in order to obtain supplemental
information about the product, or related products that IntuBrite will make
available from time to time. Warranty registration information is kept strictly
confidential and is not made available to any other organizations.
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2322 La Mirada Dr.
Vista, CA 92081
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IntuBrite, LLC
2322 La Mirada Drive
Vista, CA 92081
760.727.1900
www.IntuBrite.com