Name: Bedside patient monitor
Brand: Philips
SKU: HC863068
Availability: InStock

Features

Wide variety of measurements: Wide variety of measurements makes VM8 your go-to monitor

The SureSigns VM8 patient monitor measures ECG, SpO₂, invasive and non-invasive blood pressure, heart rate, arrhythmia, pulse rate, temperature (optional), Microstream CO2, and respiration. The ability to measure a range of physiological parameters makes the VM8 a flexible patient monitor in a variety healthcare situations.
Flexible, easy-to-read display: Flexible, easy-to-read display for ease of use

The VM series has an easy-to-read display with large color-coded numerics and waveforms, to give you important information at a glance. Its flexible display formats can be configured to quickly show information you need.
Lithium ion battery: Lithium ion battery for power on the go

This monitor comes standard with a lithium ion battery to support reliable performance on the go.
Roll stand or wall mount option: Roll stand or wall mount option to position your monitor in a convenient viewing position.

The sleek roll stand with integrated basket and locking casters makes it easier to take the patient monitor where it’s needed. A wall mount is also available for convenient positioning. Each is designed for easy mounting and quick release.
Configurable alarms: Configurable alarms help alert you to changed circumstances

The SureSigns VM family of patient monitors has audible and visual alarm indicators with extensive configuration options. Alarm limits can be automatically set based on the patient’s current vital sign values Visual alarm indicators include flashing numeric, panes, alarm messages, and alarm icons.
Optional integral recorder: Optional integral recorder to monitor trends

Easily document data and monitor trends with the optional integral strip recorder.
Connectivity features: Connectivity features enhance reliability and workflow

The VM8 can be connected to the central station, enhancing clinician workflow. Connection to a designated server network clock keeps your monitor clock synchronized and you can do easy software upgrades by USB port and export HL7 data via LAN or serial connection.
Optional ID bar code scanner: Optional ID bar code scanner to enter patient ID

Use the optional ID bar code scanner to quickly and easily enter the patient ID.
Full range of accessories: Full range of accessories to customize your setup

A full range of accessories are available to meet your specific monitoring needs. Supplies for this monitor include a wide selection of disposable and reusable SpO2 sensors, all designed for accuracy, performance, and durability.

Wide variety of measurements
Flexible, easy-to-read display
Lithium ion battery
Roll stand or wall mount option

Specifications

SpO2

SpO2
Measurement range	0 to 100 %
Pulse rate	30 to 300 beats per minute
SpO2 accuracy	70 to 100% (exact accuracy depends on sensor) %
Pulse rate accuracy	Greater of 2% or ±1 bpm
Wavelength range	500 to 1000 nm for all specified sensors nm
Maximum optical output power	≤15 mW for all specified sensors mW

ECG

ECG
Heart rate range	15 to 300 beats per minute
Heart rate accuracy	Greater of ±10% or ±5 bpm
Bandwidth (normal monitoring)	0.67 to 40 Hz
Bandwidth (filtered monitoring)	0.67 to 20 Hz
Leads	3-lead and 5-lead (user-selectable)
Display sweep speeds	12.5, 25, and 50 mm/s
Pacemaker detection	Indicator on waveform display (user-selectable)
ECG size (sensitivity)	2.0, 1.0, 0.5 or 0.25 cm/mV or Auto
Lead Off condition	Detected and displayed
Input impedance	Signal reduction is less than 20% in the 0.67 to 40 Hz bandwidth
Input signal range	±5 mV

CO2

CO2
Measurement range	0 to 150 mm Hg
Flow rate	50, +15. -7.5 ml/min
CO2 waveform resolution	0.1 mm Hg
etCO2, imCO2 resolution	1.0 mm Hg
Initialization and power up	40 seconds (typical); 3 minutes maximum
Total response time for adults	3.9 s
Maximum CO2 response time (with standard-length FilterLine)	5.1 s (typical) s
Calibration interval	Initial calibration after 1,200 hours, then once per year or every 4,000 hours, whichever comes first
Auto zero interval	Once per hour (typical)
Leak tightness	<lt/>250 mbar/min when a 30% vacuum is invoked on the flow system
Accuracy	0 mmHg to 38 mmHg: ±2 mmHg; 39 mmHg to 150 mmHg: ± (5% of reading + 0.08% for every 1 mmHg above 38 mmHg)
Respiration rate range	0 to 150 breaths/min
Respiration accuracy	±1 rpm in the range of 0 rpm to 70 rpm; ±2 rpm in the range of 71 rpm to 120 rpm; ±3 rpm in the range of 121 rpm to 150 rpm

Environmental specifications

Environmental specifications
Mechanical Shock	Complies with mechanical shock requirement in ISO 9919 standards for use within the healthcare facility.
Mechanical Vibration	Complies with mechanical vibration requirement in ISO 9919 standards for use within the healthcare facility.
Operating temperature	10 to 40 °C (50 to 104 °F)
Storage temperature (device)	-20 to 50°C (-4 to 122 °F)
Storage temperature (device plus accessories)	-20 to 40°C (-4 to 104 °F)
Operating humidity	Up to 80% RH, non-condensing
Storage humidity	Up to 90% RH, non-condensing
Altitude	Up to 3000 meters above sea level

Non-invasive Blood Pressure

Non-invasive Blood Pressure
Technique	Oscillometric using stepwise deflation pressure
Adult measurement range - systolic	30 mmHg to 270 mmHg (4.0 kPa to 36.0 kPa)
Adult measurement range - diastolic	10 mmHg to 245 mmHg (1.3 kPa to 32.7 kPa)
Initial cuff inflation - Adult	160 mmHg (21.3 kPa)
Adult measurement range - MAP	20 mmHg to 255 mmHg (2.7 kPa to 34.0 kPa)
Adult measurement range - pulse rate	40 to 300 beats per minute
Pediatric measurement range - systolic	30 mmHg to 180 mmHg (4.0 kPa to 24.0 kPa)
Initial cuff inflation - Pediatric	140 mmHg (18.7 kPa)
Pediatric measurement range - diastolic	10 mmHg to 150 mmHg (1.3 kPa to 20.0 kPa)
Pediatric measurement range - MAP	20 mmHg to 160 mmHg (2.7 kPa to 21.3 kPa)
Pediatric measurement range - pulse rate	40 to 300 beats per minute
Neonatal measurement range - systolic	30 mmHg to 130 mmHg (4.0 kPa to 17.0 kPa)
Neonatal measurement range - diastolic	10 mmHg to 100 mmHg (1.3 kPa to 13.3 kPa)
Neonatal measurement range - MAP	20 mmHg to 120 mmHg (2.7 kPa to 16.0 kPa)
Neonatal measurement range - pulse rate	40 to 300 beats per minute
Blood pressure accuracy	8 mmHg maximum standard deviation; ±5 mmHg maximum mean error
Pulse rate accuracy	40 to 100 bpm: ±5 bpm; 101 to 200 bpm: ±5% of reading; 201 to 300 bpm: ±10% of reading
Initial cuff inflation - neonatal	100 mmHg (13.3 kPa)
NBP intervals	Automatic measurements at intervals of 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120 minutes, and STAT

SureSigns VM8

SureSigns VM8
Dimensions	32 cm W x 27 cm H x 17.5 cm D (12.6" W x 10.6" H x 6.9" D)
Weight	3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) excluding optional recorder and CO2
Screen type	26.4 cm (10.4") SVGA TFT-AM LCD display
Display resolution	800 active pixels/line, 600 active lines/frame
Screen active area	211.2 mm x 158.4 mm (8.31" x 6.24")
Screen refresh frequency	60 Hz
Pixel size	0.264 mm (inch)
Viewing angle	approx. 60 °
Alarm Audio Range	45 - 85 dB
System Response Time	1 s

Impedance Respiration

Impedance Respiration
Technique	Trans-thoracic impedance
Measurement range	0 to 150 r/min
Accuracy	±1 rpm in the range of 0 to 120 rpm; ±2 rpm in the range of <gt/>120 rpm
ECG leads used	RA to LL
Display sweep speeds	6.25, 12.5, 25, or 50 mm/s
Lead Off condition	Detected and displayed

Temperature Measurements

Temperature Measurements
Measurement range	25 to 45 °C (77 to 113 °F)
Accuracy	0.1 °C to 0.2 °C (depends on probe) °C
Heating/Cooling transient response time	≤150 s

Electrical specifications

Electrical specifications
Internal battery	Lithium ion, Smart battery 10.9 V to 11.1 V, 7200 mAhr
Battery operating time (new, fully charged)	4 hour(s)
Battery charge time	<lt/>4 hour(s)
Internal power supply	100 to 240 VAC
Power consumption	72 W
Frequency	50/60 Hz

Recorder

Recorder
Recorder type	Thermal
Paper width	58 mm (inch)
User Selectable Speeds	6.25, 12.5, 25, and 50 mm/s

Invasive Blood Pressure

Invasive Blood Pressure
ABP/CVP/PAP measurement range	40 to 360 mm Hg
Input sensitivity	5 μV/V/mmHg
Frequency response	DC to 40 Hz
Zero adjustment range	200 mm Hg
Zero adjustment accuracy	1 mm Hg
Gain accuracy	±1 %
Gain accuracy drift	Less than 0.05 %/°C
Transducer load impedance	200 to 2000 ohm
Transducer output impedance	≤3000 ohm
Overall accuracy (including transducer)	Greater of ±4 mmHg or ±4%
Volume displacement of CPJ840J6	0.2 mm3/100 mmHg

SpO2

SpO2
Measurement range	0 to 100 %
Pulse rate	30 to 300 beats per minute

ECG

ECG
Heart rate range	15 to 300 beats per minute
Heart rate accuracy	Greater of ±10% or ±5 bpm

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SpO2

SpO2
Measurement range	0 to 100 %
Pulse rate	30 to 300 beats per minute
SpO2 accuracy	70 to 100% (exact accuracy depends on sensor) %
Pulse rate accuracy	Greater of 2% or ±1 bpm
Wavelength range	500 to 1000 nm for all specified sensors nm
Maximum optical output power	≤15 mW for all specified sensors mW

ECG

ECG
Heart rate range	15 to 300 beats per minute
Heart rate accuracy	Greater of ±10% or ±5 bpm
Bandwidth (normal monitoring)	0.67 to 40 Hz
Bandwidth (filtered monitoring)	0.67 to 20 Hz
Leads	3-lead and 5-lead (user-selectable)
Display sweep speeds	12.5, 25, and 50 mm/s
Pacemaker detection	Indicator on waveform display (user-selectable)
ECG size (sensitivity)	2.0, 1.0, 0.5 or 0.25 cm/mV or Auto
Lead Off condition	Detected and displayed
Input impedance	Signal reduction is less than 20% in the 0.67 to 40 Hz bandwidth
Input signal range	±5 mV

CO2

CO2
Measurement range	0 to 150 mm Hg
Flow rate	50, +15. -7.5 ml/min
CO2 waveform resolution	0.1 mm Hg
etCO2, imCO2 resolution	1.0 mm Hg
Initialization and power up	40 seconds (typical); 3 minutes maximum
Total response time for adults	3.9 s
Maximum CO2 response time (with standard-length FilterLine)	5.1 s (typical) s
Calibration interval	Initial calibration after 1,200 hours, then once per year or every 4,000 hours, whichever comes first
Auto zero interval	Once per hour (typical)
Leak tightness	<lt/>250 mbar/min when a 30% vacuum is invoked on the flow system
Accuracy	0 mmHg to 38 mmHg: ±2 mmHg; 39 mmHg to 150 mmHg: ± (5% of reading + 0.08% for every 1 mmHg above 38 mmHg)
Respiration rate range	0 to 150 breaths/min
Respiration accuracy	±1 rpm in the range of 0 rpm to 70 rpm; ±2 rpm in the range of 71 rpm to 120 rpm; ±3 rpm in the range of 121 rpm to 150 rpm

Environmental specifications

Environmental specifications
Mechanical Shock	Complies with mechanical shock requirement in ISO 9919 standards for use within the healthcare facility.
Mechanical Vibration	Complies with mechanical vibration requirement in ISO 9919 standards for use within the healthcare facility.
Operating temperature	10 to 40 °C (50 to 104 °F)
Storage temperature (device)	-20 to 50°C (-4 to 122 °F)
Storage temperature (device plus accessories)	-20 to 40°C (-4 to 104 °F)
Operating humidity	Up to 80% RH, non-condensing
Storage humidity	Up to 90% RH, non-condensing
Altitude	Up to 3000 meters above sea level

Non-invasive Blood Pressure

Non-invasive Blood Pressure
Technique	Oscillometric using stepwise deflation pressure
Adult measurement range - systolic	30 mmHg to 270 mmHg (4.0 kPa to 36.0 kPa)
Adult measurement range - diastolic	10 mmHg to 245 mmHg (1.3 kPa to 32.7 kPa)
Initial cuff inflation - Adult	160 mmHg (21.3 kPa)
Adult measurement range - MAP	20 mmHg to 255 mmHg (2.7 kPa to 34.0 kPa)
Adult measurement range - pulse rate	40 to 300 beats per minute
Pediatric measurement range - systolic	30 mmHg to 180 mmHg (4.0 kPa to 24.0 kPa)
Initial cuff inflation - Pediatric	140 mmHg (18.7 kPa)
Pediatric measurement range - diastolic	10 mmHg to 150 mmHg (1.3 kPa to 20.0 kPa)
Pediatric measurement range - MAP	20 mmHg to 160 mmHg (2.7 kPa to 21.3 kPa)
Pediatric measurement range - pulse rate	40 to 300 beats per minute
Neonatal measurement range - systolic	30 mmHg to 130 mmHg (4.0 kPa to 17.0 kPa)
Neonatal measurement range - diastolic	10 mmHg to 100 mmHg (1.3 kPa to 13.3 kPa)
Neonatal measurement range - MAP	20 mmHg to 120 mmHg (2.7 kPa to 16.0 kPa)
Neonatal measurement range - pulse rate	40 to 300 beats per minute
Blood pressure accuracy	8 mmHg maximum standard deviation; ±5 mmHg maximum mean error
Pulse rate accuracy	40 to 100 bpm: ±5 bpm; 101 to 200 bpm: ±5% of reading; 201 to 300 bpm: ±10% of reading
Initial cuff inflation - neonatal	100 mmHg (13.3 kPa)
NBP intervals	Automatic measurements at intervals of 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120 minutes, and STAT

SureSigns VM8

SureSigns VM8
Dimensions	32 cm W x 27 cm H x 17.5 cm D (12.6" W x 10.6" H x 6.9" D)
Weight	3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) excluding optional recorder and CO2
Screen type	26.4 cm (10.4") SVGA TFT-AM LCD display
Display resolution	800 active pixels/line, 600 active lines/frame
Screen active area	211.2 mm x 158.4 mm (8.31" x 6.24")
Screen refresh frequency	60 Hz
Pixel size	0.264 mm (inch)
Viewing angle	approx. 60 °
Alarm Audio Range	45 - 85 dB
System Response Time	1 s

Impedance Respiration

Impedance Respiration
Technique	Trans-thoracic impedance
Measurement range	0 to 150 r/min
Accuracy	±1 rpm in the range of 0 to 120 rpm; ±2 rpm in the range of <gt/>120 rpm
ECG leads used	RA to LL
Display sweep speeds	6.25, 12.5, 25, or 50 mm/s
Lead Off condition	Detected and displayed

Temperature Measurements

Temperature Measurements
Measurement range	25 to 45 °C (77 to 113 °F)
Accuracy	0.1 °C to 0.2 °C (depends on probe) °C
Heating/Cooling transient response time	≤150 s

Electrical specifications

Electrical specifications
Internal battery	Lithium ion, Smart battery 10.9 V to 11.1 V, 7200 mAhr
Battery operating time (new, fully charged)	4 hour(s)
Battery charge time	<lt/>4 hour(s)
Internal power supply	100 to 240 VAC
Power consumption	72 W
Frequency	50/60 Hz

Recorder

Recorder
Recorder type	Thermal
Paper width	58 mm (inch)
User Selectable Speeds	6.25, 12.5, 25, and 50 mm/s

Invasive Blood Pressure

Invasive Blood Pressure
ABP/CVP/PAP measurement range	40 to 360 mm Hg
Input sensitivity	5 μV/V/mmHg
Frequency response	DC to 40 Hz
Zero adjustment range	200 mm Hg
Zero adjustment accuracy	1 mm Hg
Gain accuracy	±1 %
Gain accuracy drift	Less than 0.05 %/°C
Transducer load impedance	200 to 2000 ohm
Transducer output impedance	≤3000 ohm
Overall accuracy (including transducer)	Greater of ±4 mmHg or ±4%
Volume displacement of CPJ840J6	0.2 mm3/100 mmHg

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