Overview

The Philips IntelliVue M3001A (Option A04C06) is the extended-measurement, newer-hardware-generation configuration of the IntelliVue Multi-Measurement Module for facilities using Nellcor OxiMax sensors. The C06 designation adds a combined invasive pressure and temperature channel to the A04 standard package, making the A04C06 capable of acquiring ECG with arrhythmia and ST monitoring, impedance respiration, Nellcor OxiMax-compatible SpO2, oscillometric NBP, and either invasive arterial pressure or core temperature — all within a single plug-and-play module that docks directly to any compatible IntelliVue host monitor. The A04C06 is the Hardware Revision C equivalent of the A02C06: clinically identical in measurement capability and OxiMax sensor interface, but built on the newer internal platform identified by serial number prefixes DE610, DE632, DE717, and DE907, where the DC/DC power circuit is integrated onto the main board rather than implemented as a separate component as in the A02C06’s earlier hardware generation. From a bedside clinical perspective, the A02C06 and A04C06 are interchangeable — they use the same sensors, the same M1943NL adapter cable, and the same host monitors. The distinction matters to biomedical engineering teams sourcing internal replacement parts, where the hardware revision determines which parameter board and pump assembly are applicable. Patient demographics, trend data, and measurement settings are stored in the module and travel with the patient between IntelliVue host monitors.

The C06 Channel — Invasive Pressure or Temperature

The defining clinical addition in the A04C06 is the C06 measurement channel: a single combined connector on the module that accepts either an invasive pressure transducer (colored red) or a temperature probe (colored brown). This connector enables the module to deliver arterial line pressure waveforms and numerics — including systolic, diastolic, and mean — or continuous temperature monitoring, depending on which transducer or probe is connected at a given time. A critical operational detail confirmed in Philips OEM service documentation is that invasive pressure and temperature cannot be used simultaneously through this single connector. If a clinical situation requires both measurements to be active at the same time, an MMS extension module — such as the M3012A or M3015A — must be added to provide the additional channel. This constraint is specific to the C06 single-port design and applies equally across all A-option C06 configurations regardless of hardware revision. For the large majority of acute care and transport situations where only one hemodynamic or thermal parameter is active at a given time, the A04C06 fully meets the clinical need without supplemental hardware. The invasive pressure channel supports zeroing via a dedicated button on the module and is compatible with standard Philips-approved invasive pressure transducer kits.

A04C06 vs. A02C06 — Hardware Generation and Parts Compatibility

The A04C06 and A02C06 are clinically equivalent — same OxiMax SpO2 interface, same M1943NL adapter cable, same OxiMax sensors, same clinical parameters, and the same C06 pressure/temperature connector behavior. The difference is entirely internal. The A04C06 is built on Hardware Revision C, the newer M3001A platform identified by serial number prefixes DE610, DE632, DE717, and DE907. On this hardware generation, the DC/DC power circuit is integrated onto the main board, a change from the A02C06’s earlier Hardware Revision A and B units where the DC/DC board is a separate removable component. This architectural difference means the internal parts are not interchangeable between the two options. Biomedical technicians sourcing parameter boards, pump assemblies, or other internal components for an A04C06 must confirm the hardware revision from the serial number prefix and option string on the module’s rear label before ordering. The A04C06 parameter board carries OEM part number M3001-68555 for the standard A04 configuration. For clinical purchasing teams and materials managers, the A04C06 and A02C06 can be used in the same IntelliVue fleet without any operational difference at the bedside — the hardware distinction is a parts and serviceability consideration, not a clinical one.

Nellcor OxiMax SpO2 and NBP Measurement

The Nellcor OxiMax-compatible SpO2 interface in the A04C06 provides SpO2 saturation, pulse rate, and a real-time plethysmogram waveform using the OxiMax sensor platform. OxiMax sensors connect to the module’s SpO2 port via the M1943NL adapter cable, which bridges the module’s 8-pin D-Connect to the OxiMax connector standard. The OxiMax platform — maintained by Medtronic — includes a broad catalog of adult, pediatric, and neonatal sensors for finger, forehead, ear, and multisite applications, each with an embedded identification chip that communicates sensor type and calibration status to the monitor. The addition of the C06 pressure/temperature channel does not affect the OxiMax interface or sensor compatibility. Facilities already running OxiMax sensors on A02C06 or A04 standard modules will find the A04C06 uses identical sensors and the same M1943NL adapter cable. Non-invasive blood pressure measurement uses the oscillometric method with adult, pediatric, and neonatal modes, configured through the host IntelliVue monitor’s interface. The NBP pneumatic assembly requires a calibration check once every two years per OEM service documentation.

ECG, Arrhythmia, ST, and Respiration

ECG monitoring in the M3001A A04C06 supports 3-lead and 5-lead configurations using the connected ECG trunk cable and leadset. Arrhythmia analysis delivers alarm notification for lethal and non-lethal rhythm events through the host IntelliVue monitor’s alarm infrastructure, with configurable limits and lead selection. ST segment monitoring provides continuous analysis across the monitored leads with threshold-based alarms and on-screen visualization on the host display. Respiration rate is derived from thoracic impedance using the ECG electrodes already in place, adding a continuous respiratory waveform and rate numeric without any additional patient connections beyond the ECG cable setup. All alarm processing and display are managed by the host IntelliVue monitor once the M3001A is docked or connected via MSL cable. The A04C06 is well suited to high-acuity environments where a complete vital signs picture — cardiac rhythm, oxygenation, blood pressure, and at least one hemodynamic line or temperature measurement — is required at the bedside alongside a Nellcor OxiMax sensor infrastructure.

Patient Data Portability and Trend Storage

The M3001A A04C06 stores its complete patient record internally. Up to eight hours of numeric trend data at one-minute resolution — spanning ECG-derived values, SpO2, respiration rate, NBP, and invasive pressure or temperature depending on what is active — is held within the module rather than on the host monitor. Patient demographic information, active measurement settings, and NBP calibration data are also resident in the module. When the A04C06 connects to a new IntelliVue host, this data uploads automatically without manual re-entry. Invasive pressure calibration and zeroing settings are also preserved in the module, meaning the clinical team does not need to reconfigure the pressure channel when the patient is reconnected at a new bedside monitor. The module retains the full patient record for up to six hours while disconnected from any host, supporting handoffs between the ICU and OR, transport to imaging, or temporary monitor swaps without data loss.

MMS Extensions and Simultaneous Pressure and Temperature

For facilities that need simultaneous invasive pressure and temperature monitoring, the A04C06’s single shared C06 port can be supplemented with MMS extension modules. The M3012A Measurement Server Extension adds an additional pressure and temperature channel, enabling both the C06 connector on the M3001A and the extension’s channels to be used concurrently — in practice allowing one channel for invasive pressure and one for temperature at the same time. The M3015A extension adds sidestream CO2 capnography and an additional pressure/temperature channel. The M3016A adds mainstream CO2. These extensions attach physically to the M3001A and inherit power and network connectivity from the host monitor through the module without requiring separate power supplies or additional MSL cables. Facilities that routinely need simultaneous pressure and temperature may also wish to consider the A04C18 configuration, which provides a different connector arrangement supporting more concurrent measurements in a single module without an extension.

Host Monitor Connectivity and System Integration

The M3001A A04C06 connects to compatible IntelliVue host monitors in either the direct-dock configuration — locking to the rear of the host monitor without cables — or the remote configuration via MSL cable for placement in the patient vicinity. Once connected, all monitoring, alarm, and configuration functions are managed through the host monitor’s interface. The A04C06 is compatible with the full IntelliVue MP-series platform (MP20 through MP90), the MX-series monitors, and the M3046A (M/M4 series) running Release E or higher software. Biomedical staff should verify that the specific host monitor’s software revision is supported by the Hardware Revision C platform before deploying A04C06 units. When the host monitor is networked to the IntelliVue Information Center, all measurement data from the A04C06 — including invasive pressure waveforms and temperature — flows transparently for central monitoring, trend archiving, and clinical reporting alongside all other networked patient data.

IPR Medical — Buy, Sell, Repair, and Parts

IPR Medical is a secondary market specialist for Philips IntelliVue patient monitoring equipment, including the M3001A across all option configurations and hardware revisions. For the M3001A A04C06, IPR Medical purchases Hardware Revision C units, sells tested and refurbished modules, and provides repair services for component-level issues including the NBP pneumatic assembly, OxiMax SpO2 interface circuitry, invasive pressure and temperature interface, ECG acquisition hardware, and MSL connectivity. Because the A04C06 uses hardware-revision-specific internal components, IPR Medical’s familiarity with the M3001A hardware revision structure is a meaningful advantage when sourcing replacement parts or evaluating repair options. IPR Medical also stocks commonly requested accessories for the A04C06, including ECG trunk cables and leadsets, the M1943NL OxiMax adapter cable, Nellcor OxiMax sensors, NIBP cuffs and hoses, invasive pressure transducer kits, temperature probes, and MSL cables. Contact our team to confirm current availability, hardware revision, or parts compatibility for your specific fleet.

IPR Medical buys, sells, repairs, and stocks parts for the Philips IntelliVue M3001A. Contact IPR Medical at 855-477-8866 or cs@iprmed.com with service or software questions.

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