K141020 · Mortara Instrument, Inc. · DRG · Dec 3, 2014 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K141020
Device Name
SURVEYOR S4 MOBILE MONITOR
Applicant
Mortara Instrument, Inc.
Product Code
DRG · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Dec 3, 2014
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.2910
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor is indicated for use: · The Surveyor S4 mobile monitor is indicated for use in adult & pediatric patient populations. The Mortara Surveyor S4 mobile monitor facilitates the monitoring of ECG signals. · The Surveyor S4 mobile monitor is a prescription device intended to be used by knowledgeable healthcare professionals within a healthcare facility or clinical pharmacology unit. • The Surveyor S4 mobile monitor is indical setting by a physician, or by trained personnel acting on the orders of a licensed physician. It is not intended as a sole means of diagnosis. • The Surveyor S4 mobile monitor is indicated for use to acquire and output electrocardiographic data. · The Surveyor S4 mobile monitor is indicated for use as a radiofrequency physiological signal transceiver, receiving and delivering real-time acquisition and transmission of simultaneous electrocardiographic data, while allowing the patient to be ambulatory within the range of the antenna network. • The Mortara Li-Ion Battery Charger is intended for charging only the Mortara Rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack.
Device Story
Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor is a wearable, ambulatory ECG telemetry transceiver. It acquires 12-lead ECG signals via patient cables and snap electrodes; transmits data in real-time via IEEE 802.11 Wi-Fi (2.5GHz) to network access points and a centralized monitoring station (e.g., Mortara Surveyor Central Station). Device features a color touch-screen for local display of waveforms, parameters, and status (battery, signal strength). Operated by healthcare professionals in hospitals or clinical pharmacology units. Provides continuous cardiac monitoring; alerts clinicians to low battery, lead quality, or out-of-range conditions. Benefits include patient mobility while maintaining diagnostic-quality ECG surveillance. Data integrity checks and bi-directional protocols ensure robust transmission.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Performance verified through electrical safety (IEC 60601-1), EMC (IEC 60601-1-2), usability (IEC 60601-1-6, IEC 62366), and performance standards for ECG monitoring (IEC 60601-2-25, IEC 60601-2-27).
Technological Characteristics
Wireless 12-lead ECG transceiver; 2400.96-2482.56 MHz frequency range; IEEE 802.11 Wi-Fi connectivity. Features color touch-screen LCD. Powered by disposable or rechargeable Li-Ion batteries. Complies with IEC 60601-1, 60601-1-2, 60601-1-6, 60601-2-25, 60601-2-27, and IEC 62304 standards.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult and pediatric patients in clinical settings or pharmacology units for continuous 12-lead ECG monitoring. Prescription use only by healthcare professionals or trained personnel under physician orders. Not intended as a sole means of diagnosis.
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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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
December 3, 2014
Mortara Instrument, Inc. c/o Ms. Amy Yang Sr. Regulatory Affairs Engineer 7865 N. 86th Street Milwaukee, WI 53224
Re: K141020
Trade/Device Name: Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.2910 Regulation Name: Radiofrequency physiological signal transmitter and receiver. Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DRG Dated: October 17, 2014 Received: October 20, 2014
Dear Ms. Yang
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Sincerely yours.
# Melissa A. Torres -S
For 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) K141020
Device Name Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor
# Indications for Use (Describe) The Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor is indicated for use:
· The Surveyor S4 mobile monitor is indicated for use in adult & pediatric patient populations. The Mortara Surveyor S4 mobile monitor facilitates the monitoring of ECG signals.
· The Surveyor S4 mobile monitor is a prescription device intended to be used by knowledgeable healthcare professionals within a healthcare facility or clinical pharmacology unit.
• The Surveyor S4 mobile monitor is indical setting by a physician, or by trained personnel acting on the orders of a licensed physician. It is not intended as a sole means of diagnosis.
• The Surveyor S4 mobile monitor is indicated for use to acquire and output electrocardiographic data.
· The Surveyor S4 mobile monitor is indicated for use as a radiofrequency physiological signal transceiver, receiving and delivering real-time acquisition and transmission of simultaneous electrocardiographic data, while allowing the patient to be ambulatory within the range of the antenna network.
• The Mortara Li-Ion Battery Charger is intended for charging only the Mortara Rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack.
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X Prescription Use (Part 21
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k): Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor Device Summary K141020
# Submitter:
Date: November 20, 2014
| Amy Yang, Sr. Regulatory Affairs Engineer | |
|-------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------|
| Mortara Instrument, Inc. | |
| 7865 N. 86 <sup>th</sup> Street | |
| Milwaukee, WI 53224 | |
| FAX: | (414) 354-4760 |
| Phone: | (414) 354-1600 |
| Contact: | Amy Yang (see above) |
| Trade Name: | Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor |
| Common Name: | Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor |
| Classification Name | Transmitters and receivers physiologic |
Transmitters and receivers, physiological signal, radiofrequency Classification Name: Classification Description: Radiofrequency physiological signal transmitter and receiver. Classification Regulation: 21 CFR §870.2910 Product Code: DRG
# Legally marketed devices to which S.E. is claimed:
| Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile<br>Monitor | Predicate 510(k) Number | Predicate Manufacturer / Model |
|---------------------------------------|-------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------|
| Ambulatory X-12 Telemetry Module | K974149 | Mortara Instrument, Inc. / X-12<br>Telemetry Module |
| T12S Telemetry Transmitter | K081800 | Mortara Instrument, Inc. / T12S<br>Telemetry Transmitter |
# Description:
The Surveyor S4 incorporates wireless electrocardiographic technology to achieve real-time acquisition and RF transmission of simultaneous diagnostic quality 12-lead ECG data to a network access point while allowing the patient to be ambulatory. It provides a means to acquire and transmit 12-lead cardiac signals through the network access point to a compatible monitoring device where the signals are displayed.
The Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor allows the patient complete freedom of movement. Extended range can be obtained with additional network access points).
The Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor uses a similar patient cable as the T12S. The S4 requires use of a proprietary ECG patient cable for use with snap electrode hookups. The patient cables use the same wire as present Mortara predicate lead-form cables. The cable is unique to the S4 and is distributed as a device component with the device. The patient cable acquires a continuous ECG signal. A design option will allow the user to set the patient cable type in case of reduced lead (less than 12-lead) options.
ECG patient cable is worn by the patient in a standard torso electrode hook-up, which connects to snap type electrodes. Utilizing a frequency range of 2400.96Mhz to 2482.56MHz. ECG data is acquired, processed and transmitted via a Wi-Fi wireless network comprised of one or more network access points. The wireless network is used for patient data transmission and for other system-level command / control and communication. The data network uses modulation / control schemes that share spectrum based on standard IEEE 802.11 Wi-Fi at 2.5GHz range.
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The Surveyor S4 includes data integrity checks and bi-direction protocols to provide robust data transmission. The device also includes a mechanism to inform the user through a compatible centralized monitor of various device states including low battery, lead quality issues, or out of range condition. It has a color, touch-screen display as the primary interface for user input and graphical display of physiological waveforms, measured parameters, demographic data and other status information.
The unit operates with a set of single-use commonly available disposable, non-spillable batteries or from a specified rechargeable battery back that is compatible standards. The battery charger is capable of charging up to five multi-use (rechargeable) batteries at one time and prevents overcharging.
The Surveyor S4 uses a touch screen user interface for operator interaction that allows control over the device via selection of menu items and icons as well as entry of relevant configuration. While in normal operation, the display will show other status information such as a battery level indicator, Wi-Fi Signal Strength and Central Station Slot information.
# Technology Comparison:
The Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor utilizes the same or similar technology for each parameter as utilized by the predicate devices.
# Intended Use:
The proposed Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor is a prescription device designed to acquire and transmit diagnostic quality ECG in a clinical setting while allowing the patient to be ambulatory. It is suitable for use as a telemetry solution within centralized ECG monitoring systems or other clinical settings for patients connected to telemetry transceivers. It is positioned to be used in the same manner as Mortara Ambulatory X-12 Telemetry Module (K974149), Mortara T12S Telemetry Transmitter (K081800) or other system compatible telemetry transceivers.
The Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor is designed to work with ECG when used with a compatible multiparameter Telemetry Central Station System such as the Mortara Surveyor Central Station (K131929) and other compatible receiving devices.
A typical centralized telemetry monitoring system will consist of three main components: the ambulatory ECG telemetry transceivers (e.g. Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor), compatible network access points comprising an antenna network and the compatible Central Station software application running on a dedicated PC.
The device is intended for use as a patient worn ambulatory transceiver to be used in hospitals, clinical pharmacology units, and/or clinics for continuous transmission of 12 lead ECG data. Patients are continuously monitored through telemetry, when moving in a defined area, of variable size depending on network access point layout and facility environment. A graphic touch panel color LCD will offer display of physiological waveforms, measured parameters, demographic data and other information.
The Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor allows visual ECG display by compatible monitoring devices such as the Mortara Surveyor Central Station (K131929). The cardiac data and analysis displayed by the system is reviewed, confirmed, and used by trained medical personnel in the diagnosis of patients with various cardiac rhythm patterns.
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# Indications for Use:
The Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor is indicated for use:
- The Surveyor S4 mobile monitor is indicated for use in adult & pediatric patient populations. The . Mortara Surveyor S4 mobile monitor facilitates the monitoring of ECG signals.
- . The Surveyor S4 mobile monitor is a prescription device intended to be used by knowledgeable healthcare professionals within a healthcare facility or clinical pharmacology unit.
- . The Surveyor S4 mobile monitor is indicated for use in a clinical setting by a physician, or by trained personnel acting on the orders of a licensed physician. It is not intended as a sole means of diagnosis.
- . The Surveyor S4 mobile monitor is indicated for use to acquire and output electrocardiographic data.
- The Surveyor S4 mobile monitor is indicated for use as a radiofrequency physiological signal ● transceiver, receiving and delivering real-time acquisition and transmission of simultaneous electrocardiographic data, while allowing the patient to be ambulatory within the range of the antenna network.
- . The Mortara Li-Ion Battery Charger is intended for charging only the Mortara Rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack.
# Standards and Testing:
Performance testing has been performed on the Mortara S4 Mobile Monitor and demonstrates compliance with International and FDA-recognized consensus standards:
IEC 60601-1:2005 – Medical electrical equipment Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance.
IEC 60601-1-2:2007 – Medical Electrical Equipment – Part 1-2: General requirements for safety – Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic Compatibility.
IEC 60601-1-6:2010 - Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1-6: General Requirements for Safety and Essential Performance - Collateral Standard: Usability.
IEC 60601-2-25:2011 – Medical Electrical Equipment. Part 2-25: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential requirements of electrocardiographs.
IEC 60601-2-27:2011 – Medical Electrical Equipment. Part 2-27: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of electrocardiographic monitoring equipment.
IEC/EN 62304:2006+AC:2008 - Medical device software - Software life-cycle processes.
IEC 62366:2007 - Medical devices - Application of usability engineering to medical devices.
Additionally, verfication, validation, performance and environmental tests have been performed to address the intended use, requirement specifications, usability and risk management requirements.
## Performance Testing:
Sterilization Validation - The Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor is not sterilizable, and therefore this section does not apply to the monitor itself.
Shelf Life Testing - The Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor is not sterilizable, and therefore this section does not apply to the monitor itself.
Biocompatibility Testing – The electrodes, housing and patient cables are parts of the system that come in contact with the patient. These component devices have been previously tested in their own right for other submissions and found to be acceptable. However, the Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor itself does not involve direct / indirect patient contact.
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Software Testing - Software for the Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor was designed and developed according to a robust software development process, and was rigorously verified and validated. Test results indicated that the Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor complies with its predetermined specification.
Electrical Safety - The Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor was evaluated for patient safety in accordance with applicable Standards.
Electromagnetic Compatibility Testing – The Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor was tested for EMC in accordance with applicable Standards. Test results indicated that the Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor complies with its predetermined specification.
Performance Testing - Bench - The Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor was tested in accordance with internal requirements and procedures, and test results indicated that the device complies with the predetermined requirements. This testing includes performance and functional.
Performance Testing – Animal – Animal performance testing was not performed and is not necessary to demonstrate safety and effectiveness of the Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor.
Performance Testing - Clinical - Clinical performance testing was not performed and is not necessary to demonstrate safety and effectiveness of the Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor.
Conclusion - The results of these activities demonstrate that the Mortara Surveyor S4 Mobile Monitor is as safe, as effective, and performs as well as or better than the predicate device
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