Newbie - which auto CPAP machine?!

[Pachyderm's Nose]

Check secondwindcpap, they usually have some great deals on slightly used xpaps

[joeyjernigan]

You cannot go wrong with either S9 Autoset or PRS1 Auto both equally good machines but its the mask that can make or break the therapy.
It is vitally important to find a mask that fits properly and is comfortable to wear.

I use the PRS1 Auto. I really like it...very good machine. Haven't tried any Resmed products.

[lazer]

You cannot go wrong with either S9 Autoset or PRS1 Auto both equally good machines but its the mask that can make or break the therapy.
It is vitally important to find a mask that fits properly and is comfortable to wear.

I use the PRS1 Auto. I really like it...very good machine. Haven't tried any Resmed products.

+1 , although I wouldn't mind getting my hands on that S9 Autoset someday.

[Pachyderm's Nose]

You cannot go wrong with either S9 Autoset or PRS1 Auto both equally good machines but its the mask that can make or break the therapy.
It is vitally important to find a mask that fits properly and is comfortable to wear.

I use the PRS1 Auto. I really like it...very good machine. Haven't tried any Resmed products.

+1 , although I wouldn't mind getting my hands on that S9 Autoset someday.

Sure you just want an owl.

viewtopic.php?f=1&t=77077&p=749375&hilit=s9+owl#p749375

[chunkyfrog]

Sometimes, if I leave my hearing aid in, I can hear a very faint "coo-ing"
Very, very faint. Not like an owl at all.

[Slartybartfast]

I have both an S9 Autoset and a DeVilbiss Intellipap. I just returned to work after an overnight business trip, and I've got to say I'd far rather travel with my Intellipap than with my S9. It's easier to set up and take apart, no brick to fiddle with/lose, and it's just as quiet as the S9 without the faint "whoo" sound. Oh, and it costs half that of the S9, too.

Unless you really need airflow data, save your money.

Here's a sample SmartCodes report. https://www.cpap.com/SmartCode-Report-A ... s-Used.pdf
If you spend more and get the SmartLink module and run SleepyHead (free), you'll generate a nicer report with more complete data, but while it's nice to have, you don't really need it.

I bought both machines out of pocket. After 2 years on the S9 Autoset with my Intellipap at the wife's house (long-distance marriage), I have to say that if my S9 suddenly died, I'd replace it with an Intellipap and sleep just as well.

[2Tim215]

When switching from a single setting machine like the S9 Escape to an Autoset, how would I set my lows and highs? I believe I read in a few threads not to run it wide open, 4cm-20cm. I am currently locked into 7cm, any advice on a starting point for high and low? Also it seems that a understanding DME is a must. I won't ask for any information on who to avoid, but could someone suggest a good one for Central NY? I have Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO out of the Rochester region.

[archangle]

You're flying half blind at best without airflow waveforms. While event data is useful, it's nowhere near as good as airflow waveforms.

This is especially true if you can't eliminate all your problems with the event only data. With the airflow waveforms, you have a much better chance of figuring out why you still have problems and how to fix them. An airflow waveform also makes it much easier to tell how serious the individual apnea event is.

If you choose a non-airflow recording machine, realize that you're giving up a lot of ability to monitor your therapy.

[Pugsy]

When switching from a single setting machine like the S9 Escape to an Autoset, how would I set my lows and highs? I believe I read in a few threads not to run it wide open, 4cm-20cm. I am currently locked into 7cm, any advice on a starting point for high and low

Since you have been using 7 cm for a long time I would set the APAP at something relatively close to that and not vary it much because you are used to a set fixed pressure and the change itself can be disruptive so I would do a small tight range to start with and then watch the reports and make adjustments in small increments as needed.

If doing APAP mode...I would do 6 cm minimum and maybe 9 or 10 maximum and if you are using EPR keep it the same as with the Escape.
You could probably use a lower minimum but I suspect that lower than 6 cm will feel rather stifling and uncomfortable.

Since coming from the no data Escape...if you are getting the S9 Autoset you might want to simply use the same settings that you use with the current Escape and set it for CPAP mode and see what that data shows and base any changes on that starting point.

[2Tim215]

When switching from a single setting machine like the S9 Escape to an Autoset, how would I set my lows and highs? I believe I read in a few threads not to run it wide open, 4cm-20cm. I am currently locked into 7cm, any advice on a starting point for high and low

Since you have been using 7 cm for a long time I would set the APAP at something relatively close to that and not vary it much because you are used to a set fixed pressure and the change itself can be disruptive so I would do a small tight range to start with and then watch the reports and make adjustments in small increments as needed.

If doing APAP mode...I would do 6 cm minimum and maybe 9 or 10 maximum and if you are using EPR keep it the same as with the Escape.
You could probably use a lower minimum but I suspect that lower than 6 cm will feel rather stifling and uncomfortable.

Since coming from the no data Escape...if you are getting the S9 Autoset you might want to simply use the same settings that you use with the current Escape and set it for CPAP mode and see what that data shows and base any changes on that starting point.

Since coming from the no data Escape...if you are getting the S9 Autoset you might want to simply use the same settings that you use with the current Escape and set it for CPAP mode and see what that data shows and base any changes on that starting point.

That sounds like a great way to start. I am waiting for Oximeter to arrive, possibly today. For some reason Post Office hasn't updated the tracking but the seller shipped it right away Priority Mail so I will have it Monday for sure. That would give me at least some data as starting point as I am not sure how long before I can upgrade. I'm trying to gather as much information as possible to take with me when I request my new prescription, thinking about going with the S9 Autoset because I believe it is the same H5i Heated Humidifier I have with the Escape and would have a back-up piece just in case. I was surprised at the 7cm from what I'm reading here as that put my O2 at 91-98, I would have thought they would have shot for closer to 98 at the bottom? Just a thought from a learner with only a few days here but still reading, everyday!