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by robertmarilyn
Tue Mar 31, 2009 9:32 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Newbie-what software is compatible w/Autoset II?
Replies: 3
Views: 771

Newbie-what software is compatible w/Autoset II?

Hi, I mention this in my "newbie needing help with data" post but for those who don't want to wade through all the details, I wanted to post this question about software for getting detailed data from my Autoset II. I don't have software but know I need a better handle on my data and would like to f...
by robertmarilyn
Tue Mar 31, 2009 9:25 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Newbie (Marilyn) needing help with settings
Replies: 7
Views: 1002

Newbie (Marilyn) needing help with settings

Hi folks, I would like some help understanding my data from last night. This is the first time I have looked at it using the clinician settings. I don't have software but know I need a better handle on my data and would like to find out what software is compatible with my Resmed Autoset II. Also can...
by robertmarilyn
Tue Mar 31, 2009 6:47 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: POLL: How many hours actual sleep time a night do you get?
Replies: 30
Views: 3088

Re: POLL: How many hours actual sleep time a night do you get?

My mind wants to take things literally and also wants to over analyze everything so of course a poll worded as "loophole-y" as yours, basically short circuits my brain after just one reading...and then I keep reading it over and over, making things even worse. I know I am my own worst enemy...more ...
by robertmarilyn
Tue Mar 31, 2009 1:18 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: POLL: How many hours actual sleep time a night do you get?
Replies: 30
Views: 3088

Re: POLL: How many hours actual sleep time a night do you get?

I tried to give you enough loopholes. For one thing, the question in the title of the thread doesn't quite match the question of the poll. For another, how can someone be silly enough to ask for an estimate of an average then put "every night" in the poll question? Was I drunk? Not to mention that ...
by robertmarilyn
Mon Mar 30, 2009 8:40 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: HOW DO YOU WEAR YOUR SWIFT LT?
Replies: 13
Views: 1941

Re: HOW DO YOU WEAR YOUR SWIFT LT?

I wear mine just hanging down, tonight I might try putting that tube on top of my head, and see what happens, I really never thought about this. I clip my hose in the little holder on the top of my head and then run the hose to a plant hanger up above the head of my bed. Then the hose runs down to ...
by robertmarilyn
Mon Mar 30, 2009 4:17 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: My experience with a reptile heater.
Replies: 8
Views: 3345

Re: My experience with a reptile heater.

For new readers who might be wondering... "Reptile heater??? What for?" LINKS to discussions about the Aussie heated hose - to prevent rainout http://www.cpaptalk.com/viewtopic.php?t=5305 That's me (the newcomer wondering "What for?"). You, along with others, have been so very helpful to me in my q...
by robertmarilyn
Mon Mar 30, 2009 11:22 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Need help with the Swift LT Nasal pillows
Replies: 35
Views: 4801

Re: Need help with the Swift LT Nasal pillows

If you wake up in the morning and look in the mirror and see the ResMed logo imprinted in the skin under your nose, you know you had the nasal pillows inserted in the mask upside down. But you probably won't make it to morning if that is the case because wearing the pillows like that hurts and no am...
by robertmarilyn
Sun Mar 29, 2009 7:12 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Do you use a battery backup? if so what type?
Replies: 24
Views: 3292

Re: Do you use a battery backup? if so what type?

Why don't you look into using the ResMed DC-12 converter? https://www.cpap.com/productpage/DC-12-Inverter.html It is more efficient than an inverter, and is designed for use with the autoset II. It is not inexpensive at ~$80 but is less costly then some of the previously mentioned options. That's w...
by robertmarilyn
Sat Mar 28, 2009 9:44 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Do you use a battery backup? if so what type?
Replies: 24
Views: 3292

Re: Do you use a battery backup? if so what type?

For my machine, I needed something like this: http://www.dcacpowerinverters.com/customkititems.asp?kc=APS30012-8AWG . I attached it to an Optima marine battery and I could run it for three days if needed. I live in the woods and we have had 3-day outages before so I figured I better be prepared. I ...
by robertmarilyn
Sat Mar 28, 2009 9:34 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Do you use a battery backup? if so what type?
Replies: 24
Views: 3292

Re: Do you use a battery backup? if so what type?

Hi, If you are going to by out and about without access to power for a week, then you had better look into getting a set of 6 volt Heavy duty batteries and have them hooked up like a RV. I don't have the unit that you have but, I think that you need a special 12 volt convert. I suggest that you nee...
by robertmarilyn
Sat Mar 28, 2009 7:05 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Do you use a battery backup? if so what type?
Replies: 24
Views: 3292

Re: Do you use a battery backup? if so what type?

Check this one out at about $140 for a 28 Amp-Hour (600W series) (should runabout 6 hours on a full charge if using xPAP and heated Humidity on M-Series setup and direct DC - no inverter) ://www.amazon.com/Duracell-DPP-600HD-Powerpack-Starter-Emergency/dp/B000TKHMWK/ref=pd_sim_auto_2 How many hours...
by robertmarilyn
Sat Mar 28, 2009 9:44 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Ultra Mirage vs Quattro - one night's observation
Replies: 15
Views: 2885

Re: Ultra Mirage vs Quattro - one night's observation

....And yes, I have had that same "too much CO2" experience with the Quattro, especially if I'm ramping up to full pressure and maybe a little breathless when I put the mask on (have just bounded up the stairs and leapt into bed or something like that). You do realize that a sleep therapist would t...
by robertmarilyn
Fri Mar 27, 2009 11:39 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Nasal pillow masks
Replies: 12
Views: 4281

Re: Nasal pillow masks

I have the Swift LT and really like it, but it has started to irritate my nares. Does anyone have a recommendation to prevent irritation? Tony The first night I used the Swift LT for Her my nares felt raw and I knew I couldn't stand that another night of that kind of discomfort. So I bought Lansino...