The SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System is intended for monitoring and alarming of physiologic parameters, including non-invasive blood pressure (systolic, diastolic, and mean arterial pressure), pulse rate, functional arterial oxygen saturation (SpO2), and temperature, on adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients in hospital environments when used by clinical physicians or appropriate medical staff under the direction of physicians.

Device Description

The SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System operates on top of the SmartLinx Medical Device Information System (MDIS) to present patient information to the clinical user for active monitoring purposes at the point of care. It consists of the SmartLinx Vitals Plus Application (a mobile medical application operating on the SmartLinx Neuron 2 Mobile Platform), SmartLinx Vitals Plus NIBP Module, Masimo uSpO2 Pulse Oximetry Cable, Exergen TAT-5000S Thermometer, Covidien FILAC 3000 Thermometer, SmartLinx Vitals Plus Alarm Hub, SmartLinx Neuron 2 Mobile Platform, and optionally the SmartLinx Early Warning Scoring System (EWSS). The system collects vital signs data from sensors connected to the SmartLinx Neuron 2 Mobile Platform, which serves as the user interface and supports connectivity with the electronic medical record (eMR). The proposed device is identical to the predicate device (K171751) with the addition of the option for Nellcor SpO2 Pulse Oximetry solution and software upgrades.

AI/ML Overview

The provided document is a 510(k) summary for the SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System. It outlines changes to an already cleared device, primarily the addition of Nellcor SpO2 pulse oximetry solution and software upgrades.

The document explicitly states that "clinical studies to support substantial equivalence" were not required. Therefore, there is no information in this document regarding:

Acceptance criteria expressed as performance metrics or targets.
A specific study proving the device met such acceptance criteria.
Sample sizes for test sets or training sets.
Data provenance.
Number of experts or their qualifications.
Adjudication methods.
MRMC comparative effectiveness studies or effect sizes.
Standalone algorithm performance.
Type of ground truth used or how it was established for training or testing sets.

Instead, the submission relies on:

Comparison to a legally marketed predicate device (SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System, K171751) and a reference device (Zoe Medical's 740 Select, K130411). The core argument is that the modifications (primarily the addition of Nellcor SpO2) do not raise new questions of safety and effectiveness, as the reference device already supports Nellcor SpO2.
Performance testing: This is described as "hardware and software verification and validation, as well as testing to FDA recognized consensus standards."
Conformance with FDA recognized consensus standards: A table of standards (such as ANSI AAMI ES 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, ISO 80601-2-61, IEC 62304, etc.) is provided to demonstrate adherence to established safety and performance requirements for medical electrical equipment, including pulse oximeters and software.

Therefore, the tables and information requested cannot be derived from the provided text, as this 510(k) relies on substantial equivalence through design and standards conformance, rather than new clinical performance data for the specific changes.

Summary

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August 8, 2018

Capsule Technologie Maylin Truesdell Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs 300 Brickstone Square, Suite 203 Andover, Massachusetts 01810

Re: K180734

Trade/Device Name: SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.2300 Regulation Name: Cardiac Monitor (Including Cardiotachometer And Rate Alarm) Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MWI, DXN, DQA, FLL Dated: April 25, 2018 Received: April 25, 2018

Dear Maylin Truesdell:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, 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 approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.

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Sincerely,

M.A. Wilhelm

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) K180734

Device Name

SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System

Indications for Use (Describe)

The SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System is intended for monitoring and alarming of physiologic parameters, including non-invasive blood pressure (systolic, and mean arterial pressure), pulse rate, functional arterial oxygen saturation (SpO2), and temperature, on adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients in hospital environments when used by clinical physicians or appropriate medical staff under the direction of physicians.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)	Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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510(k) Summary

1. Administrative Information

Applicant /Manufacturer's Name	Capsule Technologie, SAS76-78 avenue de FranceCS2141675644 Paris Cedex 13
Official Correspondent	Maylin Truesdell Sr. Regulatory Affairs ManagerCapsule Tech, Inc.300 Brickstone Square, Suite 203Andover, MA 01810Phone: 978-482-2365Email: mtruesde@qualcommlife.com
Date Prepared	August 7, 2018
Device Trade Name	SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System
Common Name	Physiological or Vital Signs Monitor, Patient Monitor
Classification Name	Cardiac monitor (including cardiotachometer and rate alarm)
Regulatory Class	II
Product Code	MWI, monitor, physiological, patient (without arrhythmia detection or alarms)
Predicate Device	SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System, K171751This device was selected as the predicate since this submission seeks marketing clearance for design changes implemented in this device, SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System, cleared under K171751. The intended use and fundamental operating principle for the proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus are identical to the cleared predicate SmartLinx Vitals PlusThe predicate SmartLinx has not been subject to a design-related recall

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Reference Devices Zoe Medical's 740 Select. K130411 This device was selected as a reference device since it served as the primary predicate device for K171751. and it supports the functionality of the Nellcor and Masimo SpO2 Modules This reference device has not been subject to a design-related recall. Nellcor K141518 and K012891

2. Device Description

The legally marketed, predicate device, SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System, was cleared in K171751. The SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System operates on top of the SmartLinx Medical Device Information System (MDIS) to present patient information to the clinical user for active monitoring purposes at the point of care.

SmartLinx Vitals Plus Application .
The SmartLinx Vitals Plus Application is a mobile medical application operating on the SmartLinx Neuron 2 Mobile Platform. The SmartLinx Vitals Plus Application controls the externally integrated vital signs modules and the Alarm Hub through interfaces on the SmartLinx Neuron 2 Mobile Platform, and presents patient information to the user for active monitoring purposes at the point of care:
Supported physiological parameters: NIBP (systolic, diastolic, mean arterial pressure (MAP), Pulse Rate, SpO2, and Temperature
Intervals mode for Intervals Mode for NIBP (Automatic repetition of NIBP > measurements)
Physiological alarms for NIBP (Sys, Dia, MAP), Pulse Rate, SpO2, and Temperature: visibly annunciated on the Neuron 2: and audibly annunciated on the SmartLinx Vitals Plus Alarm Hub
Continuous SpO2 monitoring with pulse tone pitches that vary according to oxygen saturation, SpO2 alarm delay, and SpO2 sensor off alarm
Temperature measurements via the Exergen TAT-5000S or Covidien FILAC 3000 thermometer
SmartLinx Vitals Plus NIBP Module .

The SmartLinx Vitals Plus NIBP Module incorporates the SunTech Medical Advantage A+ OEM NIBP module and associated blood pressure cuffs and hoses, it measures systolic, diastolic and mean arterial blood pressures (MAP), and pulse rates for adult, pediatric and neonatal patients, including Intervals Mode for NIBP (Automatic repetition of NIBP measurements). The module is controlled by the SmartLinx Vitals Plus Application to manage the inflation and deflation of blood pressure cuffs, and to measure blood pressures and pulse rates.

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Masimo uSp02 Pulse Oximetry Cable .

The Masimo uSpO2 Pulse Oximetry Cable is a patient cable with an integrated MS-2000 series circuit board contained in an enclosure that connects to Masimo pulse oximetry sensors and provides functional oxygen saturation (SpO2) and pulse rate and other information via a serial digital interface. The SmartLinx Vitals Plus Application controls the operation of the uSpO2 to measure SpO2 and pulse rate in adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.

Exergen TAT-5000S Thermometer .

The Exergen TAT-5000S is designed for accurate, noninvasive temperature assessment by scanning the temporal artery. The thermometer operates independently, but communicates its results to the SmartLinx Vitals Plus Application for display and monitoring.

. Covidien FILAC 3000 Thermometer

The Covidien FILAC 3000 acquires temperature measurements through the application of a probe at Oral, Axillary, and Rectal sites. The typical measurement mode of the thermometer is a Predictive Mode that returns a measurement in 6-10. 8-12, and 10-14 seconds respectively for Oral, Axillary, and Rectal sites. The thermometer also has a Direct Mode (simulating a standard thermometer) and a Cold Mode (a predictive mode for patients at a lower temperature).

SmartLinx Vitals Plus Alarm Hub .

The Alarm Hub is used with the optional Advanced Monitoring license for the Vitals Plus Application. The Alarm Hub offers a primary speaker for alarm annunciations (with failover to a backup speaker), watchdog functionality, and a USB hub for expansion. The Vitals Plus App running on the Neuron 2 alone evaluates current vital signs values versus upper and lower limits in order to evaluate alarm conditions. When an alarm condition is found to be true, a visual alarm signal is annunciated within the app user interface and on the Neuron LED, and the app sends a command to the directly attached Alarm Hub to make an audible annunciation so long as the condition is true or until the clinical user acknowledges the alarm by touching the screen.

. SmartLinx Neuron 2 Mobile Platform

The SmartLinx Neuron 2 Mobile Platform is a mobile computer utilizing industry standard PC architecture and the Microsoft Windows operating system that is used within the SmartLinx Medical Device Information System and IEC 60601-1 Medical Electrical Systems for collection, transmission, storage and display of medical device data. The Neuron 2 runs different SmartLinx applications depending upon the care area and desired functionality, including SmartLinx Vitals Stream, SmartLinx Chart Xpress, and SmartLinx Vitals Plus. The Neuron 2 is utilized as part of an active monitoring system when running the SmartLinx Vitals Plus Application.

. SmartLinx Early Warning Scoring System
The SmartLinx Early Warning Scoring System (EWSS) is an optional software component that integrates with the SmartLinx Vitals Plus Application and runs on the

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SmartLinx Neuron 2 Mobile Platform. SmartLinx EWSS performs a medical calculation that aids clinical users in patient assessment and condition trending. This calculation, which would otherwise be completed manually, produces an aggregate patient score from a set of sub-scores determined from the values of measured vital signs and manually entered nursing observations. The resulting aggregate score is displayed on the Vitals Plus Application, and may be communicated to other healthcare information systems. EWSS requires the clinical user to attend the patient in order to function. There is no automatic or continuous scoring. The specific scoring method used within SmartLinx EWSS to calculate a patient's score is determined by the customer

The proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System is identical to the predicate SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System, cleared in K171751, with the exception of:

Changes to add the option of Nellcor SpO2 Pulse Oximetry solution, Rev. 1.0 .
. Changes to upgrade SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System from version 2.2.1 to version 2.3
Changes to upgrade SmartLinx Vitals Plus Application from version 9.0.3 to version . 9.2
Software modifications to the SmartLinx Vital Plus Patient Monitoring System cleared . in K171751, documented to file

The function of the proposed device is the same as the predicate SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System in that the SmartLinx Vitals Plus Application enables collection of vital signs data. To do so, various sensors are connected to the SmartLinx Neuron 2 Mobile Platform, a mobile computer utilizing industry standard PC architecture and the Microsoft (MS) Windows operating system. The SmartLinx Neuron 2 collects the vital signs data from sensors and serves as the user interface for the medical staff and supports connectivity with the electronic medical record (eMR).

3. Intended Use

The SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System is intended for monitoring and alarming of physiologic parameters, including non-invasive blood pressure (systolic. diastolic, and mean arterial pressure), pulse rate, functional arterial oxygen saturation (SpO2), and temperature, on adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients in hospital environments when used by clinical physicians or appropriate medical staff under the direction of physicians.

The intended use of the proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System is identical to the intended use for the predicate SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System, which serves as the primary predicate device.

4. Comparison of Similarities and Differences

As previously stated, the modifications to the SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System consist of:

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Changes to add the option of Nellcor SpO2 Pulse Oximetry solution, Rev. 1.0 .
Changes to upgrade SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System from version . 2.2.1 to version 2.3
. Changes to upgrade SmartLinx Vitals Plus Application from version 9.0.3 to version 9.2
. Software modifications to the SmartLinx Vital Plus Patient Monitoring System cleared in K171751, documented to file

The proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System features design characteristics and technologies that are substantially equivalent to those of the predicate SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System, as the predicate device, and 740 Select, the reference device.

The reference device, 740 Select cleared in K130411, is manufactured and marketed by Zoe Medical supports both the Nellcor cleared in K141518 and K012891 and Masimo SpO2 Modules.

According to the 740 Select 510(k) Summary, the reference device is a portable and-rugged noninvasive multi-parameter device used for spot checking, continuous monitoring, and recording-of blood pressure, pulse rate, functional oxygen saturation (%SpO2), and predictive body temperature in-a variety of clinical environments. The Monitor includes features that are optional or configurable.

Table 1 shows the similarities and differences between the proposed and predicate SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System (primary predicate device) and the 740 Select (reference device).

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Table 1: Comparison of Similarities and Differences

	UNM DIFIED DeviceSmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient MonitoringSystem	MODIFIED DeviceSmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient MonitoringSystem	Reference Device740 Select
Manufacturer	Capsule Tech	Capsule Tech	Zoe Medical
Regulation Name	Cardiac monitor (includingcardiotachometer and rate alarm)	Same as predicate device	Cardiac monitor (includingcardiotachometer and rate alarm)
RegulationNumber	21 CFR 870.2300	Same as predicate device	21 CFR 870.2300
Product Code	MWI, DXN, DQA, FLL	Same as predicate device	MWI
510(k) #	K171751	Pending	K130411
Intended Use /Indication forUse	The SmartLinx Vitals Plus PatientMonitoring System is intended formonitoring and alarming of physiologicparameters, including non-invasiveblood pressure (systolic, diastolic, andmean arterial pressure), pulse rate,functional arterial oxygen saturation(SpO2), and temperature, on adult,pediatric, and neonatal patients inhospital environments when used byclinical physicians or appropriatemedical staff under the direction ofphysicians.	Identical to predicate device	The 740 Select is indicated for use as abedside, portable device for use byhealthcare professionals, clinicians andmedically qualified personnel for spotchecking, continuous monitoring andrecording of adult, pediatric of adult,pediatric and neonatal patients. Themonitor features world class technologyto facilitate the monitoring of non-invasive blood pressure, pulse rate,functional arterial oxygen saturation(SpO2) and body temperature in avariety of clinical environments.
Technological Characteristics
Design	Intervals Mode for NIBP (Automaticrepetition of NIBP measurements):	Same as predicate device and similarto reference device	Intervals Mode for NIBP (Automaticrepetition of NIBP Measurements):
	UNMODIFIED DeviceSmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient MonitoringSystem	MODIFIED DeviceSmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient MonitoringSystem	Reference Device740 Select
Design,continued	SpO2 Measurement: Masimo uSpO2Oximetry Cable with Masimo SETtechnology. Continuous SpO2Monitoring: Pulse tone pitch varyingwith oxygen saturation, SpO2 alarmdelay, and SpO2 sensor off alarm.Optional: Nellcor® SpO2 algorithms	Different from predicate device withrespect to optional Nellcor® SpO2algorithms; same as reference devicefor optional Nellcor® SpO2 algorithms	Continuous SpO2 Monitoring, Masimo®or Nellcor® SpO2 algorithms (optional) –same as proposed device
	Alarms: Configuration, annunciation,and acknowledgement of physiological(Sys, Dia, MAP, Pulse Rate, SpO2, andTEMP) and technical alarms.	Same as predicate device andreference device	Physiological Alarms: same aspredicate and proposed device
	Temporal Artery TEMP Measurement:Exergen TAT-5000S Thermometer(temporal)	Same as predicate device andreference device	Probe TEMP Measurement: same aspredicate and proposed device
	Probe TEMP Measurement: FILAC3000 Thermometer (oral / axillary /rectal)	Same as predicate device and sameas reference device	Probe TEMP Measurement: same aspredicate and proposed device
	N/A	Minor software / hardware changesunder Design Control program	N/A
Applied PartMaterials	NIBP: SunTech Durable One-Piece,Disposable, and Vinyl blood pressurecuffs and hoses, and GE CRITIKONSOFT-CUF cuffs	Same as predicate device and similarto reference device	NIBP:• Oscillometric step-deflation• Manual, Auto and STAT modes• Systolic, diastolic, MAP & pulsepressure• Adaptive NIBP measurement• Start BP options for spot-checking orcontinuous workflow• NIBP Signal Quality Status indicator(SQS)
	SpO2: Masimo LNCS family of reusableand disposable SpO2 sensors	Same as predicate device andreference device	SpO2: same as predicate andproposed device
	UNMODIFIED DeviceSmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient MonitoringSystem	MODIFIED DeviceSmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient MonitoringSystem	Reference Device740 Select
Applied Parts,continued	SpO2: Nellcor OxiMax family ofreusable and disposable SpO2 sensors	Different from predicate device butsame as reference device	Masimo® or Nellcor® SpO2 algorithms(optional)—both sensors and signalprocessing
	TEMP: Exergen disposable probecovers and sheaths	Same as predicate device andreference device	TEMP: same as predicate andproposed device
	Probe TEMP Measurement: CovidienFILAC probe covers	Same as predicate device andreference device	TEMP: same as predicate andproposed device
Energy Source	Main Battery Neuron 2: Lithium-Ion3S1P 2600 mAh or 3050 mAh	Same as predicate device and similarto reference device	Li-Ion battery: 12 hour run time(continuous SpO2, NIBP/ temperatureevery 15 minutes); similar to thepredicate and proposed device
	Extended Battery Neuron 2: Lithium-Ion3S2P 5200 mAh or 6100 mAh (1 or 2depending on use of Dual Battery Dock)	Same as predicate device and similarto reference device	N/A
	Exergen: 9V alkaline	Same as predicate device andreference device	Exergen: same as predicate andproposed device
	Power Supply: 100-240 V AC, 2.0-1.0A, 50-60 Hz, 65 W max, Class I	Same as predicate device andreference device	Power Supply: same as predicateand proposed device

SmartLinx Vitals Plus NIBP Module using SunTech Advantage A+ oscillometric OEM NIBP module with intervals at 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120 and 240 minutes

Proprietary oscillometric design with intervals at 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60 and 90 minutes; similar to predicate and proposed

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The discussion of similarities and differences is structured in accordance with FDA's quidance document "The 510(k) Program: Evaluating Substantial Equivalence in Premarket Notifications Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff", July 28, 2014.

Decision 1: Is the predicate device legally marketed?

YES: the unmodified, primary predicate device SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System is legally marketed and was cleared in K171751.

YES: the reference device, the 740 Select is legally marketed and was cleared in K130411.

Decision 2: Do the devices have the same intended use?

YES: as shown in Table 6 above, the intended use/indication statement for the proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System is identical to the indication statement for the predicate, primary predicate device SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System.

Although the intended use / indications for use of the reference device, the 740 Select is worded differently from that of the predicate and proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System, the intended use is similar in that both devices are used by healthcare professionals for monitoring of neonatal, pediatric and adult patients for non-invasive blood pressure, pulse rate, noninvasive functional oxygen saturation of arteriolar hemoglobin (SpO2) and body temperature.

Decision 3: Do the devices have the same technological characteristics?

NO: the proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System does not have the same technological characteristics as the predicate SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System as follows:

. Changes to add the option of Nellcor SpO2 Pulse Oximetry solution, Rev. 1.0
. Changes to upgrade SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System from version 2.2.1 to version 2.3
Changes to upgrade SmartLinx Vitals Plus Application from version 9.0.3 to . version 9.2
Software modifications to the SmartLinx Vital Plus Patient Monitoring System . cleared in K171751, documented to file

The proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System can be configured with either the previously cleared Masimo SpO2 solution or with the Nellcor SpO2 solution, subject of this Special 510(k), whereas the unmodified SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System can only be configured with the Masimo SpO2 solution.

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The technological characteristics of the proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System are similar to those of the reference device, 740 Select.

Importantly, the proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System is the same as the reference device, the 740 Select, in that both devices support the Nellcor SpO2 solution.

Decision 4: Do the different technological characteristics of the device raise different questions of safety and effectiveness?

NO: the design changes as described in this Special 510(k) resulting in the proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System do not raise different questions of safety and effectiveness compared to the predicate SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System. The predicate device supports the Masimo SpO2 solution which raised the question of safety regarding energy transfer to the patient. The energy transfer properties of the Nellcor SpO2 solution would be expected to raise the same question of safety concerning energy transfer to the patient. The reference device as mentioned under Decision 3 above also supports the Nellcor SpO2 solution and thus, the same question of safety regarding energy transfer properties is raised.

Decision 5a: Are the proposed scientific methods for evaluating new/different characteristics' effects on safety and effectiveness acceptable?

YES: the safety and effectiveness of the proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System have been confirmed through performance testing, i.e., bench testing, testing to FDA recognized consensus standards, and software verification and validation testing.

Decision 5b: Are the proposed scientific methods for evaluating new/different characteristics' effects on safety and effectiveness acceptable?

YES: The proposed scientific methods for evaluating new/different characteristics' effects on safety and effectiveness are drawn from a robust Design Control, Risk Management, Software Development programs, and testing to FDA recognized consensus standards.

Decision 6: Do the data demonstrate substantial equivalence?

YES: The results from performance testing of safety and effectiveness demonstrate that the proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System is substantially equivalent to the predicate SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System, and the reference device, the 740 Select, with respect to the Nellcor SpO2 solution,

5. Performance Testing

Performance testing assures that essential device characteristics have been appropriately implemented to provide safe and effective function and performance for the device's intended use. The performance testing consists of hardware and software verification and validation, as well as testing to FDA recognized consensus standards.

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The SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System conforms with FDA recognized consensus standards listed in the table below.

Category	Standard	Title
ElectromagneticCompatibility,Electrical Safetyand SafetyStandards	ANSI AAMI ES 60601-1:2005/ (R):2012& A1:2012& C1:2009/ (R):2012& A2:2010/ (R):2012	Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: Generalrequirements for basic safety and essentialperformance (IEC 60601-1:2005, MOD)
	IEC 60601-1-2:2007	Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: Generalrequirements for basic safety and essentialperformance - Collateral standard:Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements andtests
	IEC 60601-2-49:2011	Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-49: Particularrequirements for the basic safety and essentialperformance of multifunction patient monitoringequipment
	ISO 80601-2-61:2011	Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-61:Particular requirements for basic safety andessential performance of pulse oximeterequipment
Usability	IEC 60601-1-6:2013	Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-6: Generalrequirements for basic safety and essentialperformance - Collateral standard: Usability
	IEC 62366-1:2015	Medical devices - Part 1: Application of usabilityengineering to medical devices
Software	IEC 62304:2006	Medical device software-Software life cycleprocesses 13-32 Declaration of Conformity
Batteries	IEC 62133:2012	Secondary Cells And Batteries Containing AlkalineOr Other Non-Acid Electrolytes - SafetyRequirements For Portable Sealed SecondaryCells, And For Batteries Made From Them, ForUse In Portable Applications [Including:Corrigendum 1 (2013)]
Alarms	IEC 60601-1-8:2012	Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-8: Generalrequirements for basic safety and essentialperformance - Collateral Standard: Generalrequirements, tests and guidance for alarmsystems in medical electrical equipment andmedical electrical systems

Table 2: FDA Recognized Consensus Standards

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6. Clinical Studies

This Traditional 510(k) for the proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System did not require clinical studies to support substantial equivalence.

7. Conclusions

Substantial equivalence of the proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System is demonstrated through performance testing and conformance with FDA recognized consensus standards. The proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System results in an equivalent design, features and functionality as compared to the predicate SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System (primary predicate device) and 740 Select (reference device) with few exceptions that do not raise new questions of safety or effectiveness.

Capsule Tech, therefore, views the proposed SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System to be eligible for a decision of substantial equivalence when compared to the predicate SmartLinx Vitals Plus Patient Monitoring System (primary predicate device) and 740 Select with Nellcor SpO2 solution (reference device)

Regulation Number and Section

§ 870.2300 Cardiac monitor (including cardiotachometer and rate alarm).

(a)
Identification. A cardiac monitor (including cardiotachometer and rate alarm) is a device used to measure the heart rate from an analog signal produced by an electrocardiograph, vectorcardiograph, or blood pressure monitor. This device may sound an alarm when the heart rate falls outside preset upper and lower limits.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).