Remstar Auto M Series w/ C-Flex [When does it come out?]

Rastaman · Post by **Rastaman** » Mon Jun 05, 2006 7:27 am

I seem to be having trouble locating a release date for this unit. I've heard the end of this month. I've heard next month. Does Respironics have a release date for this yet?

I've determined that for a basic CPAP, the Remstar Plus w/C-Flex is a very good one. If one only requires CPAP vs. any other PAP then you're getting a very good unit with the Remstar Plus with C-Flex. I can't complain.

As good as it is, I've noticed a few situations that come up on a semi-regular basis that can cause some sort of problem that seems to require some extra help. That would be when I sleep on my side. It seems like I need less pressure. And also when I'm drinking on a Friday night, I tend to maybe need more pressure. So, I'm left wondering if an APAP would suit me better.

I'm going to ask my Sleep Center this week. I got my CPAP for the same center that did my sleep study. It's a one-stop shop I guess. I have a contact name for the equipment itself. I think I'm going to call her and tell her about my findings and see if I can get into an Auto. I don't want to get the non-C-Flex option though. I know there is a Remstar Auto out, just not the M series.

When does it come out? My 1 month on CPAP appt is June 21st? Can I wait that long?

Rastaman · Post by **Rastaman** » Mon Jun 05, 2006 7:36 am

I just checked their website and it merely says coming soon.

Also, I see the Remstar Pro with C-flex is also available soon. How does that unit differ? Obviously it's not an auto. But beyond that, how is it different from the "Plus"?

oldgearhead · Post by **oldgearhead** » Mon Jun 05, 2006 7:49 am

I believe the RemStar Pro M will have advanced software monitoring capability, like the current Pro 2. As I understand it, only the Pro 2 and the auto have the advanced monitoring capability, the Plus and Lite only record compliance.

Rastaman · Post by **Rastaman** » Mon Jun 05, 2006 7:52 am

Okay, that makes sense.

Thanks!

All it says on the their website is "coming soon". LOL! Does that mean that even they don't have a release date?

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Mon Jun 05, 2006 8:20 am

Rastaman wrote:Also, I see the Remstar Pro with C-flex is also available soon.

The Remstar Pro M Series is available right now.

From the cpap.com website:

Plus (On Sale Now) One Pressure, C-Flex, Compliance Data
Pro (On Sale Now) One Pressure, C-Flex, Full Data
Auto (Due Late June) Adjusts Pressure, C-Flex, Full Data

Here's the link to the newsletter that contains this information:

https://www.cpap.com/DisplayNewsletter/23

Rastaman · Post by **Rastaman** » Mon Jun 05, 2006 9:04 am

SWEET! If this is true, then I should be able to approach my DME (inside the sleep center itself) and request this more enhanced model. I don't want the Taj Mahal. I just want the most reasonable choice for me at this particular time. It seems like for some, getting an APAP over a CPAP is like pulling teeth. But my insurance provider assures me it's no problem on their end. So, that's what I'm going to request. I'm a data person. I have no problem with software, and all kinds of good stuff like that. If I had to install this APAP into my computer I could do it no problem. LOL! Then my computer could get some much needed rest.