K040663 · Molex, Inc. · DRG · Jun 30, 2004 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K040663
Device Name
TELENABLE EMS SYSTEM
Applicant
Molex, Inc.
Product Code
DRG · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Jun 30, 2004
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.2910
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The TelEnable EMS System is intended to provide reliable transmission of ECG faxes acquired from a standard monitor/defibrillator. The EMS-Enable is designed to work remotely from the hospital and transmit ECG faxes (captured and formatted by the monitor/defibrillator). The transmission mechanism can be via any standard communication such as a landline, analog cell phone, digital cell phone, Bluetooth device, 802.11 device, or satellite phone,
Device Story
TelEnable EMS System transmits physiologic waveform snapshots (ECG faxes) from remote locations to hospitals. System comprises two components: EMS-Enable (mobile) and EMS-Hub (receiving). EMS-Enable connects to portable ECG monitor/defibrillator via standard fax modem interface; decodes DTMF dialing digits; converts analog fax output into encrypted digital data packets; transmits packets over landline, cellular, Bluetooth, 802.11, or satellite networks. EMS-Hub receives packets via PSTN; depacketizes and decrypts data; outputs to printer, file, or standard fax machine. Used by EMS personnel/clinicians to facilitate remote ECG review. Benefits include reliable transmission of diagnostic data for clinical decision-making in pre-hospital settings.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Verification performed under simulated use conditions to confirm: reliable receipt of standard fax-formatted information; connectivity with digital cell phones and landlines; successful packetization, encryption, and transmission; and system efficacy under simulated wireless signal dropout and corruption. Testing confirmed the EMS Hub correctly receives, decrypts, and outputs data to printers, files, or fax machines.
Technological Characteristics
Hand-held (EMS-Enable) and desktop (EMS-Hub) form factors. Connectivity via PSTN, analog/digital cellular, Bluetooth, 802.11, satellite. Modulation/demodulation via hardware/software. Data encryption provided. Power: 12V battery (EMS-Enable), 90-220 VAC (EMS-Hub). Interfaces: RJ11, RS-232, POTS, Ethernet, USB.
Indications for Use
Indicated for the transmission of 12-lead ECGs from a portable ECG monitor to a central location (e.g., hospital or EMS dispatch center). Non-invasive; no direct patient connection. For use by ECG monitor operators.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A radiofrequency physiological signal transmitter and receiver is a device used to condition a physiological signal so that it can be transmitted via radiofrequency from one location to another, e.g., a central monitoring station. The received signal is reconditioned by the device into its original format so that it can be displayed.
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K040663
## JUN 3 0 2004
MOLEX INCORPORATED 2222 WELLINGTON CT LISLE, IL 60532 +1 630.969.4747
# 510(k) SUMMARY
In accordance with the requirements of the Safe Medical Device Act of 1990 and 21 CFR Part 870.2910, Molex Incorporated is hereby submitting the 510(k) Summary for the EMS-Enable (formerly known as Orange Box) and EMS-Hub (formerly known as Orange Crate). Please note that Molex Incorporated has acquired Strategis Technologies LLC assets in regard to the Orange Box/ Orange Crate and is applying for the 510(k) as a result of a 513(g) request made by Strategis Technologies LLC and responded to by Dr. Daniel G. Schultz (reference C040001).
| Submitter: | Randall B. Jones<br>Strategic Product Manager<br>Molex Incorporated<br>Integrated Products Division<br>2222 Wellington Ct<br>Lisle, IL 60532 | |
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| Contact Person(s): | Applicant and/or<br>Randall B. Jones<br>Strategic Product Manager<br>Molex Incorporated<br>Integrated Products Division<br>2222 Wellington Ct<br>Lisle, IL 60532 | |
| Telephone & Fax No: | Tel: +1 630.527.4334<br>Fax: +1 630.512.8630 | |
| Date Prepared: | February 16, 2004 | |
| Device Information: | Trade/Proprietary Name: | TelEnable EMS System comprised of<br>EMS-Enable or Orange Box and<br>EMS-Hub or Orange Crate |
| | Common Name: | Data and Fax Modulator/Demodulator<br>and Receiving Station |
| | Classification: | Class II (See FDA Ref C040001) |
| Predicate Device Information: | Trade/Proprietary Name: | Rosetta-LT/Rosetta-Rx |
| | Common Name: | Modulator/Demodulator, Data Translator |
| | Manufacturer: | General Devices |
| | Classification: | Class II |
| | 510(k) No: | K002089 |
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#### 1.1. Description of TelEnable EMS System
The TelEnable EMS System provides a means of transmitting snapshots of physiologic waveforms and data over standard communications means such as the public switched telephone, analog cellular, or digital cellular networks. Such information is transmitted from a remote location using the EMS-Enable component to a receiving EMS Hub component located in a hospital.
The EMS-Enable component connects to portable ECG & standard monitor/defibrillator devices that can output their data via a standard fax modulator (modem). The EMS-Enable decodes the touch tone dialing digits output by the monitor to determine which hospital to call. This analog information is converted into encrypted data packets that are suitable for transmission over digital and analog networks. The EMS-Enable is a self-contained, battery-powered device that is connected to a cell phone via a standard data cable compatible with the phone and a standard telephone adapter cable.
Standard fax output from the ECG monitor/defibrillator device is received by the EMS-Enable (as if was a standard telephone wall plug). The data is encrypted and converted into data packets to be transmitted over the digital cellular or other standard communication network. The EMS-Enable transmits the data packets over the communication network to the EMS Hub where the ECG fax can be printed out on a standard printer, saved in a data file, or printed out on a standard fax machine.
The EMS Hub component is located in the hospital and provides the interface between the remote EMS-Enable devices and the hospital. It is connected to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN or standard telephone network) via standard telephone patch cables. It communicates with the EMS-Enable and depacketizes and decrypts the ECG fax into a format compatible with a printer, file, or standard fax machine.
The transmission formats supported by the EMS-Enable and EMS Hub include standard group 3 fax modulation formats, touch-tone signaling (DTMF), and standard interface protocols and schemes utilized by cell phones and cell phone carriers to transmit data.
#### 1.2. Intended use
The TelEnable EMS System is intended to provide reliable transmission of ECG faxes acquired from a standard monitor/defibrillator. The EMS-Enable is designed to work remotely from the hospital and transmit ECG faxes (captured and formatted by the monitor/defibrillator). The transmission mechanism can be via any standard communication such as a landline, analog cell phone, digital cell phone, Bluetooth device, 802.11 device, or satellite phone,
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The communication devices are off-the-shelf devices which have received the necessary FCC certifications and/or approvals to operate as radio devices. Examples of such devices include: cell phone handsets, Bluetooth modules with a serial interface, or standard serial modems.
In addition, the EMS Hub component of the system is capable of receiving standard faxes from any device, including EOG monitors, which may be transmitting such images over a standard PSTN (landline) circuit. Such images will not meet the quality of images transmitted using the EMS-Enable component, but will meet the quality of most laser fax machines.
The EMS-Enable component is not designed to interface directly to a PSTN through its RJ11 jack. This interface is the principle interface mechanism to portable ECG monitors/ defibrillators.
#### 1.3. Performance Comparison with Predicate Device(s)
Several devices, which are functionally similar, have previously been granted Class II, 510(k) approval from the FDA. While these predicate devices do not exactly match the functionally of the TelEnable EMS System, they are similar enough to be classified as legitimate predicate devices. These are listed in Table 1 and Table 2.
| FUNCTION<br>SPECIFICATION | (PREDICATE DEVICE)<br>ROSETTA-LT | EMS-ENABLE |
|--------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Function | Modulates EOG waveforms & data<br>into FM & FSK transmission format. | Modulates ECG fax output into<br>encrypted digital data packets |
| Communication Means | Radio, landline telephone, wireless<br>telephone | Landline, analog and digital cell<br>phone, digital wireless devices |
| Acquisition Device Connection | Hardwire (digital and analog) | Hardwire (digital and analog) |
| Transmission Device Connection | Hardwire and acoustic coupling for<br>radio, landline, or wireless telephone | Hardwire for landline or data-<br>enabled cell or wireless<br>telephone |
| Modulation Means | Hardware/Software | Hardware/ Software |
| ECG Modulation Format | 1400 Hz Center frequency, 50 & 250<br>mV/Hz deviation | Standard fax output using any<br>modulation format provided by<br>the monitor. |
| Data & Signaling Format | DTMF, FSK & Serial | DTMF, V.92, Fax Group 3,<br>Serial |
| Self-Calibrating | YES | Not necessary |
| Form Factor | Hand-held | Hand-held |
| Power Source | Internal 9V Battery, External 12V | Internal 12V Battery, External<br>12V |
Table 1 EMS-Enable and Predicate Comparison
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| FUNCTION<br>SPECIFICATION | (PREDICATE DEVICE)<br>ROSETTA-RX | EMS HUB |
|--------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Function | Demodulates FM ECG waveforms &<br>FSK data. | Demodulates and decrypts<br>digital packets into a file, printer,<br>or standard fax output formats |
| Presentation Means | GEMS 2000 & laser printer | Standard Group 3 fax or<br>standard laser printer |
| PC Interface | RS-232 | RS-232, POTS, Ethernet, USB |
| Transmission Device Connection | Hardwire and acoustic coupling for<br>radio, landline, or wireless telephone | Hardwire |
| Demodulation Means | Hardware/ Software | Hardware/ Software |
| ECG Modulation Format | 1400 Hz Center frequency, 50 & 250<br>mV/Hz deviation | Standard fax output using any<br>modulation format provided by<br>the monitor. |
| Data & Signaling Format | DTMF, FSK & Serial | DTMF, V.92, Fax Group 3,<br>Serial |
| Self-Calibrating | YES | Not necessary |
| Form Factor | Desktop cabinet | Desktop cabinet |
| Power Source | 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz | 90-220 VAC, 50/60Hz |
#### Table 2 EMS Hub and Predicate Comparison
#### 1.4. Summary of Differences
The primary difference between the predicate devices (system) and the TelEnable EMS System (TES) is that TES only transports ECG fax formatted snapshots from a remote location to a hospital. TES does not reformat the output (other than formatically performed by fax machines to fit the image onto a page). TES provides data encryption (above that provided by the communications network) so that a casual interceptor of the data will not be able to read the information. Other differences relate to the packaging, circuits, software, battery type, appearance, brand name, manufacturer, and interface cables.
#### 1.5. Summary of Non-clinical Trials
The TelEnable EMS System and its components were subjected to non-clinical testing to insure proper operation and performance. These tests included the following:
- 트 Verification that the EMS-Enable could correctly and reliably received standard fax formatted information. These tests were performed under simulated use conditions and using standard fax machines as input devices.
- 보 Verification that the EMS-Enable can correctly and reliably connect to and communicate with the standard communication devices. The specific devices tested were digital cell phone and land line connection.
- Ventication that the EMS-Enable can correctly and reliably transmit the packetized and encrypted fax information. These tests were performed under simulated use conditions.
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- . Verification that the EMS-Enable can reliably received, encrypt, packetize, and send the received fax information in the format compatible with the EMS Hub. These tests were performed under simulated use conditions.
- 발 Determined the efficacy of the EMS-Enable and EMS Hub under simulated wireless signal dropout and signal-corruption conditions. These tests were performed under simulated use conditions.
- 트 Verification that the EMS Hub can correctly receive the packetized and encrypted data. These tests were performed under simulated use conditions.
- . Verification that the EMS Hub can correctly and reliably decrypt and output the fax data transmitted from the EMS-Enable. The outputs were to standard printer, file, and fax machines. These tests were performed under simulated use conditions.
### 1.6. How Test Results Support Substantial Equivalency
The testing that was performed on the TelEnable EMS System demonstrates that the system is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices in that the physiologic information (snapshots are encoded by an external monitor and output as a standard fax) was reliably and correctly transmitted and faithfully reproduced on the output device.
#### 1.7. Conclusion Drawn by Non-Clinical Testing
The conclusions drawn by the non-clinical testing indicate that the TellEnable EMS System can successfully perform the intended tasks under normal use conditions; that the system behaved as expected; that the application of standard communication technologies in this environment can achieve predictable results; and the absence of electrical risk factors to the patient.
#### *** END OF SUMMARY ***
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
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JUN 3 0 2004
Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Molex Incorporated c/o Mr. Randall B. Jones Strategic Product Manager Integrated Products Division 2222 Wellington Ct Lisle, IL 60532
Re: K040663
Trade Name: TelEnable EMS System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.2910 Regulation Name: Radiofrequency physiological signal transmitter and receiver Regulatory Class: Class II (two) Product Code: DRG Dated: June 1, 2004 Received: June 7, 2004
Dear Mr. Jones:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the we have ferrenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for do recordinous for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices the indications for are commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the marketed in meetstate ovents, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require while proval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations (1 will in they be ide found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts and to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not I carrar agestration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
(Scottons 331-542 or the to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your s rote to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4646. Also, please note the regulation entitled, 2Misbranding by reference to premarket notification2 (21CFR Part 807.97) you may obtain. Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html
Sincerely vours.
Nil R. Ogle
Bram D. Zuckerman, M.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known): K040663
TelEnable EMS System Device Name:
Indications For Use:
The TelEnable EMS System provides a mechanism to transmit 12-lead ECGs from a portable ECG monitor to a central location such as a hospital. This system connects to the ECG via a standard POTS (Plain Old Telephone System) interface and communicates to the ECG via standard Group 3 facsimile (fax) protocol.
All information received by the TelEnable EMS System's mobile component (EMS-Enable) is relayed wirelessly to a central receiving station (EMS Hub). Such a station can be co-located in a hospital or at an EMS dispatch center.
The ECGs received may either be printed locally or forwarded, via fax, to the destination specified by the ECG operator.
No component of the TelEnable EMS System is connected directly to a patient. The TelEnable EMS System is non-invasive. The ECG monitor operator shall observe all the same precautions when connecting the ECG monitor to the EMS-Enable component as when connecting the ECG monitor directly to the PSTN (Public Switch Telephone Network).
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