This smart card is required for use with any version of the Respironics Encore Pro software, Encore Viewer Software 1.0 and smart card reader. No other smart card is compatible. Return On Warranty Issues Only
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Manufacturer Note:
We are only authorized to sell and ship Philips Respironics products to end-users residing in the United States.
Philips Respironics recommends that new patients purchase their devices, masks and initial accessories from a homecare company that can provide an individualized patient equipment set-up, clinical and after-sales support, and a program to assist patients with therapy success.
Important Tips
Smart cards are included with the Respironics recording machines we sell. A smart card is not included with the smart card reader. This is a replacement or additional card.
Here are links to information that may be helpful in using this smart card:
"Received card in about 2 days and Cpap.com paid the shipping! Great service! Thanks!"
Data valuable
Kiralynx, LA – January 11, 2011
"Having several cards to record data on when traveling and not carrying a computer and card reader is a must. This product is pretty durable -- my cards appear to last around a year. My DME is entirely too slow about getting product to me, so it's best to have several extras on hand in case one decides to die (I ordered some from the SME the beginning od December; they have not yet arrived. I ordered 2 from CPAP.COM, and they arrived in two days). It rates a 4 instead of a 5 because Respironics did not design these cards and their software to hold more than seven sessions of detailed data. Otherwise, they would receive a 5."
smart card
Grant I, Saskatoon, SK – March 29, 2010
"works as advertised delivered in reasonable time by post office"
Can't track your M-Series Pro without it
Chris S, Athens, GA – March 16, 2010
"Before they stopped selling Encore Pro 1.8 software, I was able to buy a copy (overseas). For many years, this software along with this data card have helped me keep track of my progress in the attempt to reduce AHI, track large leaks and get better sleep. The Respironics M-Series has been a standard in the US for many years. This smart card does what it was designed to do - not perfectly - but it is what it is, and has been a respectable and useful tool in my sleep therapy."
Backup Card
Kirk S, IL – February 14, 2010
"I want to track my progress using my cpap machine. The first time my healthcare provider downloaded my information they had trouble, so they ended up keeping my card and mailing it back. I lost a week of information. With this card it will not happen again. Have not used it yet, but do not think I will have any problems. This company is the best."
*Note: The older pre-M Respironics CPAP, APAP and BiPAP Pro 2 with Bi-Flex, the ResMed S7 VPAP III, S8 Elite, and the Puritan Bennett Goodnight 420S, 420SP, and 420E record full data.
What does CPAP software do?
CPAP software allows the downloading of information from certain CPAP machines. Information on breathing, pressure levels delivered, apneas, etc. is available to help determine the effectiveness of CPAP therapy. Software is not required to operate a CPAP machine. CPAP Software also provides more data than obtained through the on screen display or SmartCode. The CPAP Software also allows you and your doctor to drill into any night of data recorded and view the data on an hour by hour basis.
Some CPAP manufacturer maintains a proprietary software package that is only compatible with their machines.
Here is a list of each manufacturer and the name of its related full data software:
Philips Respironics: EncorePro - sold for Sleep Professionals
Philips Respironics: EncoreViewer 1.0 - sold for Patient Use
Puritan Bennett (Legacy 420 Series): SilverLining 3.10 - sold for both
Covidien: Sandman Series Therapy Software 1.2 - sold for both
Resmed: ResScan 3.3 and ResScan 3.7 - sold for Sleep Professionals
DeVilbiss: SmartLink Therapy Management Software - sold for both
Fisher & Paykel: Performance Maximizer - sold for both
Here is a list of each manufacturer and the name of is related compliance software:
AEIOMed: DataRest Compliance Software Kit - sold for both
Fisher & Paykel: Compliance Maximizer - sold for both
What types of Software are available?
There are two types of software available: Compliance software, and Advanced software.
Compliance software provides data such as patient hours, total machine operating hours, your pressure setting, and pressure relief information. Advance software includes compliance data and provides more detail such as AHI (Apnea/Hypopnea Index), Leakage, most pressure used, and a detailed usage histogram.
Compliance software is available with some standard CPAP machines. Advanced software is available with most top of the line CPAP machines, APAPs, and Bi-level machines as well.
How do I interpret my data?
Software data can be interpreted by your physician or clinician. There are also many websites and search engines available to help you research the sleep apnea related terms which will provide you more knowledge in managing your own cpap therapy. CPAPtalk.com. our free Sleep Apnea forum is a great resource for CPAP users who want to understand their condition and take control over their health.