Welch Allyn Spot Vision Screener
The Spot Vision Screener is a handheld, portable device designed to help quickly and easily detect vision issues in patients as young as six months. Backed by peer-reviewed clinical evidence, the Spot Vision Screener enables fast and objective detection of six amblyopic risk factors: myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, anisometropia, strabismus, and anisocoria.
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Overview
Meet the Spot Vision Screener
Are You Ready to Help Save Sight in Children?
Adding instrument-based vision screening to your workflow means more children have their vision screened1 and potentially referred for vision-saving treatment. Giving our children a chance at an even brighter future.
Designed to Help Detect Vision Issues in Seconds
Auto Capture Within Seconds
With point-and-shoot auto capture, quickly take an image of both eyes in seconds.
Efficient
Directly export reports to Epic and Cerner with SpotConnect, or easily download for manual upload to any EMR.
Wireless
Print screening reports wirelessly with built-in driverless printing
Clear Results
View results to learn if a complete eye exam is recommended
Six Vision Risk Factors
Backed by peer-reviewed clinical evidence, the Spot Vision Screener enables fast and objective detection of six amblyopic risk factors (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, anisometropia, strabismus and anisocoria) in children as young as six months old.
Features
Key Features of the Spot Vision Screener
Discover the capabilities that help make the Spot Vision Screener an essential tool for fast, accurate vision screenings.
Designed for efficiency and ease of use, these features help clinicians detect common vision issues early and improve patient outcomes:1
- Supports AAP screening guidelines for early detection of amblyopic risk factors2
- Minimal training required
- Captures readings 97% of the time3 to help screen otherwise difficult subjects4
- Captivating lights and sounds help engage children for a more efficient pediatric vision screening experience
- EMR integration available for Epic and Cerner with the Welch Allyn SpotConnect EMR application
- Portable vision screener holds adequate power for mass screening events
- Driverless printing is built into the vision screening device
- Summary reports are automatically uploaded with SpotConnect, exported wirelessly or via USB
EMR Integration Available for CERNER & EPIC
Streamline clinical workflows by allowing the EMR to communicate directly with the device to:
- Send orders
- Receive results
- Attach the report to the patient’s chart
Spot Vision Screener Options & Specifications
For all available Spot Vision Screener options and specifications visit our U.S. Catalog.
| Available Options | |
|---|---|
| VS100S-B | Spot Vision Screener, power supply and cord, wrist strap, DFU and carrying case |
| S1-VS100 | Extended warranty option: Spot Vision Screener, Baxter Service Program, 1-Year |
| S1-VS100-2 | Extended warranty option: Spot Vision Screener, Baxter Service Program, 2-Year |
| S1-VS100-5 | Extended warranty option: Spot Vision Screener, Baxter Service Program, 5-Year |
Spot Vision Screener Parts & Accessories
For all available Spot Vision Screener parts and accessories visit our U.S. Catalog.
Neck Strap for Spot VS100 Vision Screener
Item Number: 106145
VS100 CARRYING CASE W/FOAM
Item Number: 413338
VS100 POWER SUPPLY SET/PLUGB/US
Item Number: 106369
Order & Support
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Ordering and Support Information for Spot Vision Screener
Get additional ordering, customer, technical, and medical support information for Spot Vision Screener by contacting Baxter using the links below.
U.S. Catalog
To buy this product, purchase OEM parts and accessories, find a distributor, or look for options and specs please visit U.S. Catalog.
Current Promotion
Unlock a $2,000 rebate when you purchase a Spot Vision screener with a one-year, two-year or five-year Baxter Service Program extended warranty.
U.S. Support
For manuals and documentation, product training, technical support and services, submit repair and return requests or check order status for Hillrom, Allen Medical and Welch Allyn product please visit U.S. Support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to fully charge the Spot screener battery and how long does the change last?
Once the battery is fully depleted, recharging takes two hours. The battery will last over four hours on a single charge.
What is included in my Spot Vision Screener?
You will get a carrying case, cleaning cloth, instructions for use and an accessory box that includes:
- Quick Start Guide
- AC power cord
- Power supply/charger
- Hook-and-loop cable straps
Damages incurred by shipping the device in non-approved packing material will void the limited warranty.
Do NOT store your vision screener in the case while the power cord is plugged in.
Does my Spot Vision Screener require calibration?
No, your screener will arrive calibrated as part of the manufacturing process and won’t require calibration from that point.
When the Spot Vision Screener is fully charged, how many screenings can occur on average before needing to be charged again?
There is no set number of screenings per charge due to variation in screening time needed for each particular patient; however, your screener should operate for over four hours before requiring a recharge.
How do I updated the software?
The unit must be returned to our service facility for a software update. It is free of charge (including shipping) by contacting customer support.
What is the warranty on my Spot Vision Screener?
There is a standard one-year manufacturer warranty. Extended warranties are available for 1, 2 and 5 years. Use our Warranty Lookup Tool to check the warranty on your unit.
Where is the serial number located?
It is located on a label on the bottom of the unit or in the “Tools” section on the device.
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Disclaimers
Baxter, Hillrom, Spot, SpotConnect and Welch Allyn are trademarks of Baxter International Inc. or its subsidiaries.
Cerner is a trademark of Cerner Corporation.
Epic is a trademark of Epic Systems Corporation.
References
- Modest, Jonathan R., Katherine M. Majzoub, Bruce Moore, Vijeta Bhambhani, Sarah R. McLaughlin, and Louis Vernacchio. “Implementation of Instrument-Based Vision Screening for Preschool-Age Children in Primary Care.” Pediatrics 140, no. 1 (July 2017): e20163745.https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2016-3745. Accessed April 26, 2023.
- Visual System Assessment in Infants, Children, and Young Adults by Pediatricians. American Academy of Pediatrics. www.pediatrics.org/cgi/doi/10.1542/peds.2015-3596
- Crescioni M, Miller JM, Harvey EM. Accuracy of the Spot and Plusoptix photoscreeners for detection of astigmatism. J AAPOS. 2015 Oct; 19(5):435-40.
- Cotter, S. A., Cyert, L. A., Miller, J. M., & Quinn, G. E. for the National Expert Panel to the National Center for Children’s Vision and Eye Health. (2015). Vision screening for children 36 to <72 months: Recommended practices. Optometry and Vision Science, 92(1), 6-16. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4274336/pdf/opx-92-06.pdf Accessed August 31, 2023.