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PLEASE NOTE: the upgrade information contained below describes updating AEDs to the AHA 2005 Guidelines (released on 11/28/05). If you are looking for information on the AHA 2010 guidelines (released 10/18/10), please click here.

Philips HeartStart OnSite AED Philips HeartStart OnSite AED - Last Updated: 03/11/12 New AEDs Released? Yes - Philips has released new AEDs which are guidelines compliant. Buy one now from the AED Superstore! Old AEDs Upgradeable? Yes, all OnSite AEDs can be upgraded. NOTE: Philips may stop accepting upgrade orders for OnSite AEDs in the future - make sure to submit your upgrade order as soon as possible! Upgrade Method? Philips will send an upgraded AED first and then you will send back your old AED (which allows you to keep the defibrillator in service at all times.) Upgrade Cost? The upgrade will cost $280. Upgrade Availability? Order forms can be downloaded by clicking on the following links: Exchange Your AED (PDF or Excel).

Philips HeartStart FRx AED Philips HeartStart FRx AED - Last Updated: 03/11/12 New AEDs Released? Yes - Philips has released new AEDs which are guidelines compliant. Buy one now from the AED Superstore! Old AEDs Upgradeable? Yes, all FRx AEDs can be upgraded. NOTE: Philips may stop accepting upgrade orders for FRx AEDs in the future - make sure to submit your upgrade order as soon as possible! Upgrade Method? Philips will send an upgraded AED first and then you will send back your old AED (which allows you to keep the defibrillator in service at all times.) Upgrade Cost? The upgrade will cost $280. Upgrade Availability? Order forms can be downloaded by clicking on the following links: Exchange Your AED (PDF or Excel).

Philips HeartStart FR2/FR2+ AED Philips HeartStart FR2/FR2+ AED - Last Updated: 8/24/06 New AEDs Released? Yes - you can purchase an FR2+ AED which is guidelines compliant at the AED Superstore. Old AEDs Upgradeable? According to Philips, FR2/FR2+ AEDs running software version 1.6 can be optimized for the new guidelines, while FR2/FR2+ AEDs running software version lower than 1.6 can be "reconfigured to meet the pertinent new recommendations." Upgrade Method? FR2/FR2+'s can be reconfigured using the Training & Admin Pack. This pack can upgrade multiple machines, but you may need to purchase the Charger to recharge the pack. Instructions on how to reconfigure the FR2/FR2+ AED can be found here. You can also purchase an Reconfiguration Card from the AED Superstore to easily update your AEDs. Upgrade Cost? The Training & Admin Pack cost can be seen here, and the optional Charger cost can be seen here. If you would prefer to use the Reconfiguration Card from AED Superstore, it's cost is $39.95 (and can upgrade unlimited FR2's). Upgrade Availability? The Training & Admin Pack, the Charger, and the Reconfiguration Card are available for immediate shipment from the AED Superstore.

Philips HeartStart OnSite Trainer Philips HeartStart OnSite Trainer - Last Updated: 11/18/06 New Trainers Released? Yes - Philips has released Trainers which are guidelines compliant. Buy one now from the AED Superstore. Old Trainers Upgradeable? No, none of the OnSite Trainers are upgradeable. Replacement Cost? A guidelines compliant OnSite Trainer can be ordered from the AED Superstore. Replacement Availability? The AED Superstore is already accepting orders for replacement units.

Philips HeartStart FRx Trainer Philips HeartStart FRx Trainer - Last Updated: 7/18/06 New Trainers Released? Yes - Philips has released Trainers which are guidelines compliant. Buy one now from the AED Superstore! Old Trainers Upgradeable? The FRx Trainer was only released in a guidelines compliant version.

Philips HeartStart Trainer 2 Philips HeartStart Trainer 2 - Last Updated: 7/31/06 New Trainers Released? Yes - you can purchase a Philips Trainer 2 which is guidelines compliant at the AED Superstore. Old Trainers Upgradeable? Yes, all Philips Trainer 2's can be upgraded. Upgrade Method? The Trainer 2 can be reconfigured using the Programming Kit. You can also use any standard serial cable and download the upgrade software from Laerdal. Upgrade Cost? The Programming Kit cost can be seen here. Upgrade Availability? The Programming Kit is available for immediate shipment from the AED Superstore.

Philips HeartStart Forerunner AED Philips Forerunner AED - Last Updated: 8/31/06 New AEDs Released? No, the Forerunner AED has been discontinued. Old AEDs Upgradeable? Yes - all Forerunner AEDs can be reconfigured. Upgrade Method? The Forerunner AED can be reconfigured by inserting the Setup Card into the AED and then following the instructions here. Upgrade Availability? Unfortunately, the Setup Card is no longer being manufactured by Philips.

To see Philips' documents regarding the AHA 2005 upgrades, click on the links below: Philips HeartStart OnSite AED Upgrade Information - 4/25/2006 Philips HeartStart FRx AED Upgrade Information - 4/25/2006 Philips HeartStart FR2/FR2+ AED Upgrade Information - 4/25/2006 Philips HeartStart Forerunner Upgrade Information - 4/25/2006 If you have any questions regarding the upgrade process, please contact Philips directly at (800) 263-3342.

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