PageWriter cardiographs are a range of touch screen ECG readers that provide a uniquely easy to use system supporting, even first-time clinical users in conducting diagnostic ECG tests. Three illuminated color-coded buttons, implemented across both, hardware and software interfaces, lead users through simple steps to ensure easy connection of ECG leads, entering patient ID, acquisition of accurate ECG reports and printing and transmission of results across hospital data systems. The products are compact, yet integrate a full keyboard, color LCD touch screen and full sized paper tray and printer.