Philips HeartStart XL+

Philips HeartStart XL+ Monitor/Defibrillator

The Philips HeartStart XL+ is a high-performance, lightweight, and portable defibrillator and monitor designed for rapid resuscitation and continuous patient monitoring. Offering four clinical modes—Monitor, Manual Defibrillation, AED, and an optional Pacer mode—this system provides versatile functionality for emergency and critical care settings. Powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery with optional AC support for continuous charging, the HeartStart XL+ performs automated self-tests and stores critical event and trend data in its internal memory. Its advanced capabilities include multi-lead ECG monitoring, customizable screen views, and integrated pacing functions, ensuring swift and effective treatment.

Key Features

• Multi-Mode Operation:

  • Monitor Mode: Capable of displaying up to three ECG waveforms via 3 or 5-lead ECG sets or multifunctional electrode pads; optional monitoring of SpO₂, EtCO₂, and NIBP.
  • Manual Defibrillation Mode: Allows manual selection of energy settings after analyzing the patient’s ECG.
  • AED Mode: Automatically analyzes the patient’s ECG and advises on shock delivery.
  • Pacer Mode (Optional): Provides noninvasive transcutaneous pacing therapy.

• Rapid Charge & Robust Battery:

  • Charges from 0 to 360 joules in less than 3 seconds on battery power; supports up to 100 hours of monitoring or multiple defibrillation cycles.

• User-Friendly Interface:

  • Easy 1-2-3 operation simplifies the defibrillation process.
  • Bright 5-inch screen displays critical patient information at a glance, with customizable viewing options.

• Integrated Diagnostics & Data Storage:

  • Performs automated tests and continuously stores event and trend data (up to 28 events) for retrospective analysis.

Detailed Specifications

Physical Dimensions

• Dimensions:
  • Height: 9 in (23 cm)
  • Width: 11.6 in (29.6 cm)
  • Depth: 10.9 in (27.9 cm)
• Weight:
  • 14.7 lbs (6.6 kg)

Defibrillator Specifications

• Waveform:
  • Biphasic Truncated Exponential, with parameters adjusted based on patient impedance.
• Output Energy Options:
  • 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 20, 30, 50, 70, 100, 150, 200, 300, and 360 joules.
• Charge Control & Time:
  • Push-button control on both the apex paddle and the front panel.
  • Charge Time: 3 to 17 seconds (less than 3 seconds to 360 joules with battery; less than 15 seconds on AC).
• Paddle Features:
  • Standard anterior/anterior adult paddles that slide off to expose pediatric electrodes.
  • 10 ft (3 m) paddle cord; full range of internal paddles available.
• Optional Paddle Contact Indicator:
  • 3-color LED bar graph on the sternum paddle (optional) indicates quality of contact.

Display Specifications

• Display Options:
  • Extended Life Electroluminescent (EL) Display:
    • Type: EL, non-rechargeable, disposable.
    • Operating and Shelf Life: 5 years.
    • Charge Time for Survivalink AED: 11 seconds.
  • LCD Option:
    • Type: TFT Color Liquid Crystal Display.
    • Size: Approximately 4.3″ x 3.3″.
    • Resolution: 320 x 240 pixels; 32 brightness levels per color.
    • Sweep Speed: 29 mm/s nominal; Wave Viewing Time: 4 seconds.

Battery Specifications

• Battery Type:
  • Rechargeable Lithium-ion.
• Charge Time:
  • Greater than 3 hours to full charge.
• Battery Life:
  • Approximately 3 years in typical use.

Printer Specifications

• Printing Capabilities:
  • Continuous ECG strip printing can be configured to run in real-time or with a 10-second delay.
  • Prints the primary ECG lead along with a secondary waveform with event annotations and measurements.
• Performance:
  • Speed: 25 mm/s with an accuracy of ±5%.
  • Amplitude Accuracy: 5% for offset voltages of ±300 mV at 5 Hz.
  • Paper Size: 50 mm wide x 30 m long.

Additional Monitoring & Optional Modules

• ECG Monitoring:
  • Provides 3 or 5-lead ECG input with selectable lead options.
  • Monitors additional parameters such as SpO₂, EtCO₂, and NIBP.
• External Pacemaker (Optional):
  • Current: 10–200 mA; Pulse Width: 20 msec; Rate: 40–180 ppm.
• SpO₂ Module (Optional):
  • Measurement Range: 0–100%; Accuracy: ±2.5% (65–80%) or ±1.5% (80–100%); Resolution: 1%; Averaging over 8 beats.
• Advisory Mode (Optional):
  • Stores up to 200 events and 50 ECG strips; analysis time 7–10 seconds.