VitalsBridge Connector (VB4 VB300 VB200 VB100 VBFM) Release Notes IMPORTANT: Please ensure you are using the correct VitalsBridge Connector software for the model of your VitalsBridge. 4.6.0.57 Built for LLEAP 8.7 (compatible with other LLEAP 8.x releases) - Added artifact to ECG waveform when chest compressions are active (requires firmware update) - Fixed an issue where ECG PVCs were not being properly detected on some patient monitor brands/models (requires firmware update) - Force ECG off now results in showing a non-asystole like waveform (requires firmware update) - Fixed the ECG QTc portion of the wave, so that it is interpreted as normal on some patient monitor brands/models (requires firmware update) - Added the ability to use the Enter/Return key to accept a calibration value when calibrating SpO2 or CO2 - Fixed an issue where pulmonary artery pressures were not updating properly on the patient monitor when recalling from a Saved State (requires firmware update) - SpO2 mock probe performance improvements (requires firmware update) - Fixed an issue where Calibration selection is not remembered in certain situations (requires firmware update) - Fixed an issue where CO2 calibration procedure can fail in some cases of high CO2 4.5.1.87 - Built for LLEAP 8.5 (compatible with any LLEAP 8.x release) - Support for new CO2 hardware in newer VB4 units - Support for improved fidelity of CO2 waveforms when used in conjunction with ASL lung - Clarified limits on portable monitor temperature probes and corrected inaccurate temperature calibration names - Fixed an issue when multiple VitalsBridge units were on, it was possible to unintentionally connect via Bluetooth LE to a different VitalsBridge unit than the one selected. - Fixed an issue where the VitalsBridge Connector may inadvertently exit when navigating to Simulator Tab - Fixed an issue where CO2 would not show when CO2 supply was unavailable, but VitalsBridge is on and simulating and CO2 supply is replaced - Fixed an issue where fetal heart rate was not being properly communicated from LLEAP to the VitalsBridge (VitalsBridge FM only) - Fixed an issue where fetal heart rate and Toco values where not carried forward when switching from LLEAP to Manual Control 4.4.0.57 May be used for all 4th generation (VB4) and 3rd generation (VB300, VB200, VBFM) models - Built for LLEAP 8.5 (compatible with any LLEAP 8.x release, and separate legacy release for LLEAP 7.3) - VitalsCapture feature (beta): vital signs may be captured from a screen-based source and sent to the VitalsBridge (Beta) - Degrees F now an option on Manual control - Clarified wording on Simulator tab for when vital signs are disabled in LLEAP - Added temprature offset in Config tab for non-default calibrations - Use Bluetooth LE to advertise IP addresses of the VitalsBridge (when UDP multicasting is unavailable) 4.3.0.9 May be used for all 4th generation (VB4) and 3rd generation (VB300, VB200, VBFM) models - Built for LLEAP 8.3 and 8.2 (separate legacy support for 7.3) - Added a feature on Manual tab for being able to switch to a different ECG rhythm after defibrillation - Minor improvements in the UI for selecting and connecting to a VitalsBridge - Fixed an issue where an unintentional reset may not recover gracefully (requires firmware update) - Fixed an issue where ABP may not show during on a pulseless rhythm when compressions are being applied (requires firmware update) - Fixed an issue where NIBP "Weak Pulse" error was sometimes observed on Zoll patient monitors when ECG was also connected (requires firmware update) - Fixed an issue where CO2 waveform may not show on patient monitor after client app exits (requires firmware update) - Fixed an issue where exstrasystole was not showing for select ECG waveforms (requires firmware update) - Fixed an issue where some VB4 models could not peform firmware updates - Fixed and issue where some VBFM models did not have a responsive UI for "No Deceleration" (requires firmware update) 4.2.1.5 May be used for all 4th generation (VB4) and 3rd generation (VB300, VB200, VBFM) models - Built for LLEAP 8.2 (separate legacy support for 7.3) - Fixed an issue where arterial blood pressure waveform was not showing on a pulseless rhythm when compressions were being applied while using LLEAP 4.2.0.10 May be used for all 4th generation (VB4) and 3rd generation (VB300, VB200, VBFM) models - Built for LLEAP 8.2 (separate legacy support for 7.3) - Fixed an issue where PCWP was not being sent when using LLEAP for legacy VB300 models - Fixed an issue where zeroing of invasive pressures was not available for some legacy VB300 models - Fixed an issue in firmware where SpO2 and invasive BP may be flatline for selected rhythms (firmware 4.2.220401 and later have this fix) - Set Laerdal SDK parameter list used by the VitalsBridge to a unique name - Fixed an issue where SpO2 gain adjustment will not be requested on some legacy units that have gain adjustment capability - Fixed issues to allow FM models to run on 4.x software 4.1.0.16 (VB4 units and backwards compatibility for newer VB300 units running 4.x firmware) - Built for LLEAP 8.1 (separate legacy support for 7.3) - Addressed a number of issues related to Saved States and Saved States transitions - PCWP is included as an internal rhythm (VB4 only) - Simulated defibrillation now visible on ECG (Manual Tab, not yet supported for LLEAP) - Fixed an issue where configuring to connect to an open Wifi network causes a Wifi misconfiguration 4.0.0.88 (VB4 units only) - Built for LLEAP 8.1 - Initial release for VB4 units 3.5.1.23 (VB300, VB200, VB100 and FM) - Built for LLEAP 8.1 (separate legacy support build for 7.3) - fixed an issue where long connection times to Laerdal simulator does not result in Connector disconnect - minor bug fixes 3.5.1.18 - Built for LLEAP 8.0 - Compatible with latest revision VitalsBridge processor board - On units with older processor boards, requires IoT v3.4.0.23 or greater 3.5.0.34 - Built for LLEAP 7.3 - Compatible with latest VitalsBridge processor board - On units with older processor boards, requires IoT v3.4.0.23 or greater 3.4.3.3 - Built for LLEAP 7.3 - requires IoT v3.4.0.23 or greater 3.4.2.10 - Built for LLEAP 7.2 - requires IoT v3.4.0.23 or greater - Improved battery life indicator - Improved streaming (stability and accuracy) of LLEAP waveforms over Wifi/Ethernet. Note this is an advanced feature only, selectable in the Simulator UI. This is intended to be used over Wifi and Ethernet connections only. - Fixed a problem where ECG Rhythm & ExtraSystole Combo boxes do not update properly on Manual tab, in some cases - Fixed a problem where ABP (diastolic) doesn't match when switching between the Manual and Simulator tabs - Addressed an issue where setting asystole rhythm does not always result in asystole - Addressed an issue where some ECG rhythms would not be changed/reset properly - Various other minor bug fixes and improvements 3.4.0.72 - Built for LLEAP 7.0 - requires IoT v3.4.0.23 or greater - Improved accuracy for invasive blood pressure - Improved connectivity/advertising of ethernet cable connection after VitalsBridge initialization - Compatible with mainstream capable VitalsBridge 300 (units with serial # vb35xxxx) - Small improvements to make calibration more convenient - Various bug fixes and improvements 3.3.3.37 - Built for LLEAP 7.0 (also should be compatible with LLEAP 6.8.1) - requires IoT v3.3.3.3 - Bug fixes for VitalsBridge FM Uterine Activity (Toco) 3.3.3.21 - Built for LLEAP 6.7.0 (also should be compatible with LLEAP 6.8.1) - Allow respiratory rates greater than 60 breaths/min (requires IoT v3.3.1.42 or later) - Fixed a bug where CO2 waveform resets and is slow to resume when switching to manual tab - VitalsBridge FM bug fixes and updates 3.3.2.17 - VitalsBridge Connector release only - LLEAP 6.8 compatibility - Fixes in capnography waveform when set RR is > 0 and when mannequin breaths are also driven by positive pressure. 3.3.1.35 - Fixed issue where calibration name is not displayed appropriately after creation. - Improvements in capnography waveform when mannequin breaths are driven by positive pressure (e.g., ventilator or ambu bag) - Fixed issue where CO2 may occasionally be set to a constant level when it should be zero during positive pressure breathing. - Fixed issues when transitioning from simulation controlled vital signs to manually controlled vital signs. - ECG height may be scaled manually from the Configuration screen. 3.3.0.24 - Update to Latest IoT Build - Fixed issue where patient monitor’s heart rate is greater than set heart rate (all communications) (requires latest firmware and IoT) - Fixed issue where patient monitors measured heart rate is significantly greater than set heart rate (bluetooth/serial) (requires latest firmware and IoT) - Set a 30 character limit to naming VitalsBridge to avoid issues with bluetooth names - Certain characters are removed from the the VitalsBridge name when renaming, in order to avoid problems with Bluetooth - Updated the UI to make the VitalsBridge network status more understandable - VitalsBridge Firmware and IoT versions are now displayed on the Configuration tab - A message in the UI now indicates when calibration is complete - Support for new model VitalsBridge FM - The UI supports manually entering an IP address for connecting to the VitalsBridge - The UI supports manually entering an IP address for connecting to a Laerdal patient simulator - Fixed an issue where the VitalsBridge Connector sometimes disconnects when the RR is set to 0 in Simulator Tab. - Fixed artifact in Vtach and other ECG rhythms (firmware update required) - Support for LLEAP 6.7 3.2.0.10 - Fixed a bug on Simulator UI, where setting RR to 0 on a patient simulator will result in the VitalsBridge disconnecting intermittently. 3.2.0.9 - An IP address may be manually entered to connect to the VitalsBridge - Manual enable/disable of NIBP, temperature on newer VitalsBridge units - fixes to streaming waveforms on newer VitalsBridge units - Compatible with new firmware (v3.1.190227) - Various small bug fixes 3.1.9 - LLEAP 6.6 compatibility - Addressed ECG rhythm bug - automatically attempts to reconnect to a patient simulator when navigating away/to the Simulator tab - improved messaging on connections - Addressed an issue with installation on PCs that do not have administrator credentials - 3.0.83 - LLEAP 6.5 compatibility - On the simulator tab, Use LLEAP waveforms are now advanced options, it is recommended to use the VitalsBridge internally generated waveforms - Improved description of VitalsBridge units in the selection list of the VitalsBridge UI - show SpO2 red and infrared levels on Manual Tab - Various stability improvements 3.0.79 - LLEAP 6.4 compatibility - Chest Compression artifacts now show on ECG when connected to a Laerdal Simulator - Fix an issue with ECG not showing properly when Laerdal ECG waveforms are sent (instead of using VitalsBridge internal waveforms) 3.0.71 - LLEAP 6.4 compatibility 3.0.65: - Added embedded ECG rhythms - capnography waveform now shows when a simulator is receiving positive pressure ventilation - capnography returns sooner after apnea - Various bug fixes 3.0.51: - Various bug fixes VitalsBridge_Connector_ReleaseNotes.txt Displaying VitalsBridge_Connector_ReleaseNotes.txt.