Just got done with a tech and he placed me with the Resperonics system one auto-A flex....
What I found weird was that he said I wouldnt be able to see my data, a modem would send it back to the supplier and they would call me if there was a problem. I told him I want to view my own data and after a phone call to the supplier, Classic Sleep Care in CA, they said that they would email me instructions to log into a Resperonics website where I would be able to view my data. This sounds odd to me. I know on this site, the machine is recommended and I know you're data savvy folks so I assume you either find that a good method or have an alternative to track data.
Also, its an auto machine but the window they have set is between 9-10. This I do not understand either. Isn't auto supposed to find your levels and work at that need?
Either way, I am a little taken back by this. Any input is greatly appreciated.
Thank you.
Can you tell us the exact model number on the bottom of the blower unit. It will start with either DS or REM followed by 3 digits. You would like to see DS560.
Once we know exactly what you have we can offer better advice.
It sounds like you do have a 60 series machine which Is data capable.
You will need to download Sleepyhead software and maybe a 60 series patch.
You will need to have a card reader in your computer or buy a USB SD card reader at Walmart or Best Buy.
Then simply remove the card from the back of your APAP and put it in your computer. There is a tiny lock on the side of the card. I recommend you lock it before putting it in the computer as a few people have complained about the cards being "damaged" by the computer.
Open the sleepy head software and tell it to import the data.
Be sure to unlock the card before putting it back in your machine.
I am sure others will jump in with more detail on how and where to get Sleepyhead and how to read the info.
Ok, so first night of using the new equipment. It was a very comfortable mask (Quattro Air) and I had no leaks according to the machine. I did however, have a problem. My mouth was so dry I had to wake up 2x to get a drink.
The first time I had the humidifier at 4 ,then I turned it up to 5. I was asleep for 7 1/2 hours total and the container was empty in the morning.
My old S7 Lightweight would always be empty but I never had the dry mouth problem. I am not sure whats happening. I have co-workers that have this machine and they felt I'd only use about 1/2 the water and the humidifier would be better. Is it the heated tube? Do you actually get better results with a lower humidifier setting? My pressure is 9-10.
I'm dreading sleeping tonight. I was doing pretty well with the S7 but thought I should get a machine with data ...Please give me some thoughts on it.
Thanks!