×

Pacing generator programmer with transmission checking circuit

  • US 4,305,397 A
  • Filed: 07/28/1980
  • Issued: 12/15/1981
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/06/1978
  • Status: Expired due to Term
First Claim
Patent Images

1. Apparatus for programming a selected one of a variety of parameters and/or modes of operation into a patient implantable pacing generator for the control thereof in accordance with the programmed parameter and/or mode of operation, said apparatus comprising:

  • (a) keyboard means for operator manipulation to enter the selected parameter and/or mode of operation;

    (b) transmitter means coupled to said keyboard means for encoding the entered parameter and/or mode of operation and for generating a corresponding modulated, encoded signal;

    (c) antenna means coupled to said transmitter for transmitting said modulated, encoded signal to said pacing generator;

    (d) a coil disposed externally of the patient to be inductively coupled to said antenna means for sensing the transmission of a signal thereby, for generating a corresponding output signal; and

    (e) detector means responsive to said output signal for providing a manifestation that the modulated, encoded signal has been transmitted via said antenna means.

View all claims
  • 0 Assignments
Timeline View
Assignment View
    ×
    ×