Vercise™ DBS Physician Manual
Connecting the Stimulator
Connect Left DBS Extension to port 1‑L
1. Fully insert the male end of the DBS Extension into the Stimulator until it stops.
a. Insert the header plug to verify no Setscrews obstruct the socket.
b. Wipe the DBS Extension contacts before inserting.
c. Insert the DBS Extensions into the header. When fully inserted, the tip of the DBS
Extension will slide into the back of the port and the retention sleeve on the DBS
Extension will be located under the Setscrew.
CAUTION: Verify proper DBS Extension insertion by checking impedances before
tightening the Setscrew. Tightening the Setscrew down onto a contact can
damage the DBS Extension.
2. Check impedances to verify connections before tightening the Setscrew.
a. Place the Stimulator partially in the subcutaneous pocket.
b. Test impedances using the Remote Control or Clinician Programmer.
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Dual DBS Lead Connection
Connect Right DBS Extension to port 2‑R
Left
Right
1-L
2-R