COVVI HAND, Technical Manual

Page 1: ...www covvi com Unit 4 Quayside Business Park Leeds LS10 1DJ 020 3949 9500 Technical Manual THE COVVI HAND...

Page 2: ...Anything Is Possible...

Page 3: ...osthetics has historically been very low but as engineers and designers we see this as a challenge to continuously improve our designs to meet the needs of users COVVI started with a blank sheet of pa...

Page 4: ...Connecting Disconnecting the COVVI Hand 16 6 2 E Paper Screen 18 6 3 System Notifications 19 COVVI Hand Features 21 7 1 Passively Flexing Fingers and Thumb 21 7 2 Integrated Flex Wrist 22 7 3 Water an...

Page 5: ...1 8 Operating Modes 57 11 9 Grip Tables 58 11 10 User Defined Grips 60 11 11 Grip Switch Triggers 61 11 12 Additional Setup 64 11 13 Changes 67 11 14 Advanced Configuration 68 11 15 Config History 69...

Page 6: ...ly result in the prosthetic device being rejected which we see as a personal failure In today s world there are so many products and designs that we simply do not need yet in the field of prosthetics...

Page 7: ...Leeds LS10 1DJ 020 3949 9500 COVPS 1600 Shown CCOUP Coupling Piece CAXCOR Coaxial Core CLAMRG Lamination Ring COVSWC Wall Charger Control Panel COVVI Hand COVPS 1600 Prismatic COVPS 2600 Cylindrical...

Page 8: ...rn off If for any reason the power does not turn off while charging using the hand can be potentially unsafe Do NOT use the COVVI Hand if a failure occurs as it could cause damage to your patient or o...

Page 9: ...tion for the hand Do NOT expose the COVVI Hand to an open flame Do NOT expose the COVVI Hand to chemicals such as solvents acids alkalis corrosive substances detergents and similar chemicals as this c...

Page 10: ...rature 4 F 20 C Humidity Maximum 80 non condensing Pressure 101 3kPa 14 7psi The COVVI Hand is to be used exclusively for upper extremity prosthetic fittings Based on the environmental conditions belo...

Page 11: ...ically out of the box then slide the rest of the foam pieces along into the gap left by foam piece 1 Lift the hand from the box and remove foam piece 2 from the EQD and foam piece 5 from the fingers T...

Page 12: ...110 4 5 114 5 4 8 124 Max Chassis Width C 2 76 70 3 75 3 1 80 Diameter of Chassis at Wrist D 1 85 47 1 85 47 1 9 50 Palm Circumference G 7 3 190 7 6 195 7 8 200 Maximum Opening Width Tripod Grip H 4...

Page 13: ...iew Stainless Steel Finger Pivot E Paper Screen Peek 450g Stainless Steel High Impact Polymer Chassis Stainless Steel Knuckle Cast Aluminium Digit Components Stainless Steel Finger Link Stainless Stee...

Page 14: ...49 9500 5 0 The COVVI Hand Flexible Glove FSR s in all the Fingertips Touch Screen Compatibility with the Index Finger EQD Electric Quick Disconnect Thicker Palmar Region E Paper Screen Hardened 60A S...

Page 15: ...VI Hand COVVI Hand Voltage 7 to 8 4V Maximum Current Consumption 5A 1600mAh 8A 2600mAh Device Weight 0 57kg 1 25 lbs Maximum Hand Load Limit A 90kg 198 lbs across knuckle Maximum Hand Load Limit B 32k...

Page 16: ...ectric current from the batteries Turn the power on once the hand is properly connected to the prosthesis Please see the image below for instructions on how to connect the COVVI Hand to your patient s...

Page 17: ...onnected properly When you turn the hand on you will hear the start up beep and the E Paper screen will display COVVI followed by the first grip in Table A Once you use the hand every time you turn it...

Page 18: ...requires no power to display and little power to change display so it doesn t drain the user s batteries When you turn the hand on the E Paper screen will display the following It always shows the cu...

Page 19: ...press to the dorsal button under two seconds puts the hand into Standby Mode where user inputs from the electrodes have no effect on the hand Pressing the dorsal button again will exit Standby Mode a...

Page 20: ...llowing warning message and icon will appear If this message appears please disconnect the hand and allow it to dry in a warm dry environment Any function that refreshes the screen for example a grip...

Page 21: ...have passive flex which increases durability as the spring loaded feature provides impact protection The digits fold out of the way reducing the likelihood of damages and repairs All digits are manufa...

Page 22: ...ilicone glove with a soft touch coating Powder was added into the index finger for touch screen compatibility which is a reliable method The fingertips are hardened to 60A shore and over moulded into...

Page 23: ...umb tap which is a quick intuitive way to change grips or tables Laterally tap the side of the thumb to trigger the rocker switch and activate the powered rotation without the need for a myo input The...

Page 24: ...witch If the next grip is non opposed the thumb will remain in the same position if the next grip is opposed the thumb will rotate to an opposed position For a Right Hand Thumb Tap Pronate Tap the rig...

Page 25: ...rs flex in towards the palm around an object with the thumb completing the grip by locking over fingers 1 and 2 8 0 Grip Patterns Precision Grip Open Close In precision open the thumb moves to a known...

Page 26: ...his grip is not a functional grip The index and little finger remain extended while the middle two fingers flex in towards the palm with the thumb closing over them Tripod Grip The thumb and fingers 1...

Page 27: ...ger Finger Point Grip Fingers 2 3 and 4 flex in towards the palm the thumb closes to a fully flexed position and the index finger remains extended Tap Grip This grip is very similar to the finger poin...

Page 28: ...ing the mouse button When the close signal is released the index finger will straighten Relaxed Grip The hand is open but the fingers and thumb slightly flex Phone Grip This grip is not a functional g...

Page 29: ...ystem weight of 104 grams ideal for users with a short residual limb and 1600mAh prismatic flat cells with a system weight of 74 grams and a web connecting the cells This web allows the batteries to b...

Page 30: ...nit 4 Quayside Business Park Leeds LS10 1DJ 020 3949 9500 9 0 The COVVI Power Supply 1 Battery Silicone Adhesive 1 Battery Dummy Velcro Control Panel Cutting Template Located in the COVPS Box 9 1 What...

Page 31: ...00 Page 31 www covvi com Unit 4 Quayside Business Park Leeds LS10 1DJ 020 3949 9500 9 0 The COVVI Power Supply AU EU USB C Wall Charger UK US Only use with COVVI Batteries...

Page 32: ...om the batteries Do NOT attempt to use the prosthetic device while the batteries are charging When the batteries are charging the power will automatically turn off If for any reason the power does not...

Page 33: ...S10 1DJ 020 3949 9500 9 0 The COVVI Power Supply The 1600mAh Battery is made up of four prismatic cells that can be bent either way along the brown connecting web 9 3 1600mAh Batteries The 2600mAh Bat...

Page 34: ...r Button on the Control Panel for two seconds to turn the Power Supply on The screen will display COVVI for two seconds and then the current charge level for five seconds The system is now providing p...

Page 35: ...wo display modes bars or a percentage level To choose the display mode connect the USB C Wall Charger to the Control Panel turn it on and press and hold the Power Button until the screen starts altern...

Page 36: ...rge Indication 10 blocks equals 100 9 blocks greater than or equal to 90 8 blocks greater than or equal to 80 7 blocks greater than or equal to 70 or or or or 6 blocks greater than or equal to 60 or 5...

Page 37: ...20 1 block greater than or equal to 10 No blocks less than 10 When the system is charging it will show this screen 9 0 The COVVI Power Supply If there is a fault with the Power Supply the OLED screen...

Page 38: ...ividual prostheses will differ from patient to patient We recommend the Control Panel is placed on the upper side of the prosthetic socket away from any area which may be loadbearing when carrying hea...

Page 39: ...be connected to the Control Panel prior to being fitted to the limb or after it is fitted if there is sufficient access space To ensure correct function it is important to inspect the Control Panel ca...

Page 40: ...nfolded Folded Inches 4 1 x 2 2 x 0 35 4 1 x 0 74 x 0 89 Battery Unfolded Folded mm 104 1 x 55 8 x 8 9 104 1 x 18 8 x 22 9 System Weight 74 grams Humidity Maximum 80 humidity non condensing Charge Tem...

Page 41: ...Battery Capacity 2600mAh Nominal Voltage 7 4V Maximum Current Draw 8A Peak Battery Size Inches 2 6 x 1 6 x 0 8 Battery Size mm 70 x 40 x 20 System Weight 104 grams Humidity Maximum 80 humidity non co...

Page 42: ...both Power Supply versions It is imperative that you replace the batteries with those of the same capacity COVSB 1600 is only compatible with the 1600mAh Power Supply and COVSB 2600 is only compatibl...

Page 43: ...mmendations Electrodes Ottobock Electrode 13E200 50 Yes Ottobock Electrode 13E200 60 Yes Ottobock Suction Socket Electrode 13E202 50 Yes Ottobock Suction Socket Electrode 13E202 60 Yes Steeper Electro...

Page 44: ...COVVI website Steeper Espire Pro Elbow Please see COVVI website Steeper Espire Hybrid Elbow Please see COVVI website Steeper Espire Classic Elbow Please see COVVI website Steeper Espire Classic Plus...

Page 45: ...Standard Wrist Rotator 5010045 Black Please see COVVI website Fillauer MC ProWrist Rotator 5010056 Black Please see COVVI website Pattern Recognition COAPT GEN2 BEMF AEMF Yes Must use Motion Control...

Page 46: ...immunity of the COVVI Hand and result in improper operation WARNING Portable RF communications equipment including peripherals such as antenna cables and external antennas should be used no closer th...

Page 47: ...a default setup combining the functionality of other prosthetic devices on the market for efficient interchangeability For new users as they become more familiar with their hand they can test out diff...

Page 48: ...en use your email address and new password to log into the COVVI Go App on your phone or tablet The COVVI Web Portal operates on an invite only basis You need to add your patients for them to be able...

Page 49: ...both the COVVI Hand and your device If Bluetooth isn t enabled on your device the App will notify you When you turn the COVVI Hand on Bluetooth is enabled for 60 seconds and then it turns off to save...

Page 50: ...ck on Report a Bug and fill out the form which will be sent to us along with the hand s serial number so we can assist them Software Update is to perform the remote updates to the Firmware and Gatewar...

Page 51: ...ation an additional threshold will appear on the Input Graph so you can determine the signal needed for Co contraction to be triggered Commonly prosthetic users have background noise also known as bas...

Page 52: ...n and Max thresholds and offers high speed without the need for high magnitude signals but this setup can make it more challenging to get fine control of the hand at lower speeds The closer the On and...

Page 53: ...of the graph The left set of bars represent Input A and the right set of bars represent Input B The inner set of bars closest to the graph have two circles saying ON and MAX slide the circles left or...

Page 54: ...evice In the bars layout click on Input Gain at the top of the screen and the line underneath the two bars will change to have one circle that says GAIN Slide the circle to the right to amplify whiche...

Page 55: ...izard screen you can leave without making any changes Changes are not made in real time all changes will be reflected once you complete all the stages in the Setup Wizard The first screen in the Setup...

Page 56: ...close signal but this can be inverted if the electrodes are wired the other way around 11 0 COVVI Go App Linear Transducer These devices offer proportional control of myoelectric components for users...

Page 57: ...ntained to activate a Long Hold Open grip switch trigger or release the signal and reapply another signal before the Direction Change Time so it is interpreted as another open signal to activate the O...

Page 58: ...for daily activities for example one table for grips used at home another for grips used when at work If the hand is to be used with a COAPT system remove all grips from the tables except the primary...

Page 59: ...showing the hand closing and opening in that grip To exit the video click on it Choose the desired grip and click on Done The grip will now appear in the next available position Grips can only be add...

Page 60: ...ser Defined Grips at once Click on one of the spaces If it doesn t have a grip assigned you only need to click it once if it does have a grip already assigned you will need to double click it This wil...

Page 61: ...Open An Open Open signal is an open signal to fully open the hand followed by another open signal The second open signal must be sent before the Open Open time Long Hold Open A Long Hold Open signal...

Page 62: ...ned to switch to a non opposed grip the thumb will move to a non opposed position The hand must be fully open Thumb Tap Supinate at Non Opposed The thumb is tapped outwards but will remain in a non op...

Page 63: ...evious grip in the table is selected Next Table The first grip in the next table is selected Previous Table The first grip in the previous table is selected Switch to Table A B C D The first grip in T...

Page 64: ...ingers sense an object is starting to slip they reapply a small continuous force or pulse to gently grasp the object It monitors the grip every half a second Auto Relax After a certain period of inact...

Page 65: ...reduced This is a feature designed to aid new users who are still adapting to using a prosthetic device Mode Specific Parameters Digit Hold Time This is the time you have to apply pressure on the FSR...

Page 66: ...speed for just opening or just closing the hand This is a feature designed to aid new users who are still adapting to using a prosthetic device For Single Site Alternating the following parameters ca...

Page 67: ...ore and after values of everything you are changing Click on Finish in the top right of the Changes screen and all changes will be saved and sent to the hand There is a prompt to save your configurati...

Page 68: ...k on Advanced in the Config Overview screen There are five sections you can edit which follow the same order as the Setup Wizard Click on Edit to right of the section you would like to make a change t...

Page 69: ...d to the internet to save a new config If you want to view a configuration click on View to the right of the name Another box will appear showing all the details of that configuration including the co...

Page 70: ...t a Bug feature enables the user to report any issues they may experience with their COVVI Hand Click on Report a Bug and a form will appear for the user to fill out and submit to COVVI When submittin...

Page 71: ...updates Do the Firmware update first then the Gateware update To perform the update click on it and a box will appear summarising the changes the update includes Click on Start Update The update first...

Page 72: ...pp Clicking on Console will bring up a list of actions one of which is Reset Hand This feature allows you to reset the hand s configuration to the default configuration There is the option to choose o...

Page 73: ...nded to service the COVVI Hand every year If the user notices any problems with their COVVI Hand please contact COVVI Customer Services so COVVI Ltd and COVVI USA INC can perform a service and assist...

Page 74: ...claimed warranties Our obligation is limited only to the repair or replacement of defective parts within the warranty period or at the sole discretion of COVVI to refund the purchase price of a full r...

Page 75: ...tation in those instances where changes alterations or modifications are made in materials at the request or instruction of the customer the customer agrees not to claim or commence suit against COVVI...

Page 76: ...s that are covered and not covered under warranty Any product out of warranty that is sent in to COVVI will be evaluated by our Quality Department and quoted with repair parts and labour as required O...

Page 77: ...tomer Services so COVVI Ltd and COVVI USA INC can perform a service and assist with any maintenance issues Clinicians will need to fill out a Repair Form and obtain a COVVI Repair Number Get in touch...

Page 78: ...covvi com Unit 4 Quayside Business Park Leeds LS10 1DJ 020 3949 9500 16 0 Disposal Please check your local regulations prior to disposing any items to avoid having a detrimental impact on health and t...

Page 79: ...llowing two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation United States...

Page 80: ...or on his behalf by a third party General Product Name COVVI Wrist Kit Legal Manufacturer Name on Label COVVI Ltd Unit 4 Direct House Quayside Business Park George Mann Road Leeds LS10 1DJ United Kin...

Page 81: ...half by a third party General Product Name COVVI Power Supply Legal Manufacturer Name on Label COVVI Ltd Unit 4 Direct House Quayside Business Park George Mann Road Leeds LS10 1DJ United Kingdom Manuf...

Page 82: ...half by a third party General Product Name COVVI Hand Legal Manufacturer Name on Label COVVI Ltd Unit 4 Direct House Quayside Business Park George Mann Road Leeds LS10 1DJ United Kingdom Manufacturers...

Page 83: ...ect House Quayside Business Park Leeds LS10 1DJ Phone 44 0 20 3949 9500 Email customerservice covvi com Website www covvi com v1 3 3b July 2022 Advena Ltd Tower Business Centre 2nd Flr Tower Street Sw...