GE Medical Systems Information Technologies 2014748 Medical Telemetry Transmitter worn on body User Manual 2001989 135A

GE Medical Systems Information Technologies Inc. Medical Telemetry Transmitter worn on body 2001989 135A

2001989 135A APEX Manual DRAFT

GE Medical SystemsInformation Technologiesggemedical.comAPEX, ApexPro and ApexPro CHTransmitter Programming Instructions Software Version 22001989-135 Revision A - Draft 7Draft
T-2 APEX‚ and ApexPro‘ Transmitter Programming InstructionsRevision A - Draft 72001989-1358/5/03NOTE: NOTE: NOTE: NOTE: The information in this manual only applies to APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions software version 1. It does not apply to earlier software versions. Due to continuing product innovation, specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice.Listed below are GE Medical Systems Information Technologies trademarks used in this manual. All other trademarks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.UNITY NETWORK, ApexPro, CD TELEMETRY, TRAMSCOPE, EAGLE, SOLAR, DASH, MARS, and RSVP are trademarks of GE Medical Systems Information Technologies registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office.CD TELEMETRY®–LAN, CENTRALSCOPE, ICMMS, Octacomm, and Octanet are trademarks of GE Medical Systems Information Technologies.© GE Medical Systems Information Technologies, 2000-2003. All rights reserved.Draft
Revision A- Draft 6 APEX and ApexPro Transmitter Programming Instructions iii2001989-135Contents1Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Standards Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Illustrations and Names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Document Revision History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Install the Programming Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Hardware Requirements for the Programming Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Install the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Remove the Previous Version of Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Run the Installation Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Connect the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Disconnect the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Run the Apex & ApexPro Programming Box Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Start the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Select the Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Select a Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Generate Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Excel Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Log Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Apex and ApexPro Transmitter Programming Instructions Manual . . . . . . . . 18Flyover Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18About the Apex Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Program Other Transmitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192Apex Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Program the Transmitter’s Basic Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23The Main Programming Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Message Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23TTX Number and Frequency Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Band Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Reference Lead Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25For 5- or 6-Lead Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25For 3-Lead Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Alarm Pause Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Firmware Code Revision Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Exit Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Draft
iv APEX and ApexPro Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A- Draft 62001989-135Perform Advanced Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Perform Advanced Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Communication Status Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Set Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Change Alarm Pause Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Monitor the Status of Transmitter Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Apex Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Appendix 1: Apex Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29LED Status Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Programming Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Test Status Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Appendix 2: Access Apex Technical Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Access the Super User Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Appendix 3: Apex TTX Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323ApexPro CH Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Program the Transmitter’s Basic Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35The Main Programming Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35TTX Number and Frequency Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36For 5- or 6-Lead Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37For 3-Lead Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Alarm Pause Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Filter Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Exit Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38View Transmitter Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39View Test Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Power-up Self Test Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Diagnostic Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Code Version Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Communication Status Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Update Transmitter Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Update Firmware Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Firmware Download . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Erase & Download Application Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Erase & Download Service Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Verify the Transmitter’s Firmware Code Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Verify Transmitter Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Track the Software Upgrade (Field Engineer Use Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48ApexPro CH Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Draft
Revision A- Draft 6 APEX and ApexPro Transmitter Programming Instructions v2001989-135Appendix 1: ApexPro CH Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49LED Status Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Programming Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Power-Up Self-Test Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Other Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Reset the Transmitter Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Appendix 2: Access ApexPro CH Technical Functions (Super User) . . . . . . . . . . 52Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Access Super User Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Test Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Modulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Download EEPROM Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 554ApexPro Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Program the Transmitter’s Basic Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59The Main Programming Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Message Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60TTX Number and Frequency Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Reference Lead Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61For 5- or 6-Lead Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61For 3-Lead Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61Alarm Pause Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Filter Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Exit Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63View Transmitter Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64View Firmware Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Communication Status Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Code Version Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64IQ Table Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64View Test Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Power-up Self-Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Diagnostic Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Update Transmitter Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Update Firmware Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Firmware Download Decisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Erase & Download Application Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Erase & Download Service Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Erase & Download Application and Service Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Download File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Change the IQ Table Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Verify Correct Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Verify the Transmitter’s Firmware Versions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Draft
vi APEX and ApexPro Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A- Draft 62001989-135Verify Transmitter Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Track the Software Upgrade (Field Engineer Use Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Perform Advanced Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Set Transmitter Feature Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Feature Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Requirements for Setting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Procedure for Setting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Verify Transmitter Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Update Labels and Dust Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Track the Software Upgrade (Field Engineer Use Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75ApexPro Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Appendix 1: ApexPro Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76LED Status Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Programming Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Power-Up Self-Test Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Other Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78Reset the Transmitter Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78Appendix 2: Access ApexPro Technical Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Access the Super User Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Appendix 3: ApexPro TTX Labels and Frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80Draft
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8 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135IntroductionOverviewThe programming device can be used to perform these functions:Program the transmitter’s basic functions.View the transmitter’s firmware code version numbers and diagnostic test results.Replace a transmitter’s PCB (by trained service personnel only.)Generate reports for transmitters that have been programmed.(ApexPro and ApexPro CH) Update the firmware code.(ApexPro) Set the transmitter’s feature level.Perform troubleshooting.When you are done programming transmitters, disconnect the transmitter from the programming device and remove the batteries from the transmitter. (See page 12).If you have problems at any time, refer to the troubleshooting section for your specific transmitter.Standards Used in this ManualDefinitions The following methods are used in this manual to describe various features and functions.Button or LED label — The name of a specific LED or a physical button located on the transmitter or the programming device. Press to perform a function. In this manual, a button is shown in bold (for example, RA, LL, Graph, etc.)Screen text — Any text that appears on the PC display for the software. In this manual, screen text is shown in italics (for example, TTX Number, OK, etc.).Illustrations and Names All illustrations in this manual are provided as examples only. They may not necessarily reflect your specific setup or the data displayed on your PC.In this manual, all names appearing in examples and illustrations are fictitious. The use of any real person’s name is purely coincidental.Document Revision HistoryEach page of this document has the document part number and revision letter at the bottom of the page. The revision letter changes whenever the document is updated.Rev. Date CommentsA 04 August 2003 Initial release of this document for software version 2A.Draft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 92001989-135IntroductionInstall the Programming DeviceHardware Requirements for the Programming DeviceIBM-compatible PC with the following:Pentium (or better) processor32 MB available memory20 MB available hard drive space Windows 2000, Service Pack 3 recommended(Installer must have administrator rights to the PC on which the system is being installed.)NOTENOTENOTENOTEMAY work on the following operating systems, but is not supported:Windows 98orWindows XP(Installer must have administrator rights to the PC on which the system is being installed.)orWindows NT 4.0, Service Pack 6 or greater(Service Pack 6 is provided on the installation CD. To perform this upgrade, run sp6i386.exe from the CD.)SVGA monitor with minimum resolution of 800 x 600RS232C serial port or USB portApex, ApexPro, or ApexPro CH telemetry system transmitterTwo new AA alkaline batteriesProgramming Kit (Only one is required no matter how many transmitters are to be programmed.) See the following kit listings.Draft
10 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135IntroductionNOTENOTENOTENOTETo order other TTX number or channel labels or if items are missing from your kit, contact Technical Support. (See page 78.)Install the SoftwareRemove the Previous Version of SoftwareYou must remove the previous version of configuration software before you install the new version.To remove software version 1B or earlier:1. Select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs.2. Select Apex & ApexPro Programming Box Software and select Add/Remove.3. Select Yes to confirm removal of this version of the software.To remove software version 2A:1. Select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs.2. Select Apex & ApexPro Programming Box Software – Version 2A and select Add/Remove.3. Select Yes to confirm removal of this version of the software.QTY Programming Kit (Non-Japan)PN 421733-0031 Transmitter programming device1 9-pin, 6-ft. RS232 serial cable1USB-to-serial cable1 Software CD for configuration and transmitter1 Channel 37 TTX number label set1 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming InstructionsQTY Programming Kit (Japan)PN 421733-0041 Transmitter programming device1 9-pin, 6-ft. RS232 serial cable1USB-to-serial cable1 Software CD for configuration and transmitter1 ApexPro channel label set1 ApexPro TTX number label set1 PT Series TTX ID label set1 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions – JapanDraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 112001989-135IntroductionRun the Installation Wizard1. Close all open applications on the PC. 2. Insert the configuration software CD into the CD drive.3. Run the “Setup.exe” file from the CD.4. Follow the on-screen instructions.Connect the Hardware1. Connect the 9-pin serial cable to the transmitter programming device. On your PC, the port might be labeled “1” or “2”. If so, make a note of this for later identifying the COM port used when running the software. NOTENOTENOTENOTEIf the PC does not have a serial port, install USB-to-serial cable/adapter (PN 2015891-001) and configure it using its accompanying software.2. Replace the transmitter batteries with two new AA alkaline batteries.3. Remove the transmitter’s leadwire set and the interface connector port dust covers.PC Programming DeviceDraft
12 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135Introduction4. Insert the programming device connector into either of the transmitter’s interface connector ports.5. Turn the transmitter on:For ApexPro and ApexPro CH, slide the battery cover over the battery compartment. The LED lights will blink rapidly several times and then slowly two times.For Apex, close the battery cover. The LED lights will blink once and then turn off.Disconnect the HardwareThe transmitter should be disconnected and turned off when it is not in use.1. Disconnect the transmitter from the programming device.2. Turn off the transmitter by sliding the battery cover away from the battery compartment. Doing this greatly extends the life of the batteries. You may wish to remove the batteries and place them in a safe location.3. (Optional) Disconnect the serial cable from the programming device and from the PC.ApexProApexApexPro and ApexPro CH Programming Device010ATransmitter’s interface portBattery cover (on end)ApexPro and ApexPro CHApexApex TransmitterProgramming Device810ATransmitter’s interface portBattery coverApexDraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 132001989-135IntroductionRun the Apex & ApexPro Programming Box SoftwareStart the Software1. Complete the procedure “Install the Programming Device” on page 9.2. Complete the procedure “Connect the Hardware” on page 11.3. Select Start > Programs > GE Medical Systems > Apex & ApexPro Tx Config > Apex & ApexPro Tx Config to start the programming software. You may also have a shortcut on the desktop called Apex & ApexPro Tx Config to start the software.Select the TransmitterSelect the type of transmitter to be programmed and the communications port, as described below.1. Select the type of transmitter.2. Select the correct COM Port.If you know which COM Port is being used, select that. COM1 is most common.If you do not know the correct COM Port, select COM1 and then OK. If this is not the correct COM Port, an error message No communication from the transmitter will appear in the message area of the Program ApexPro Transmitter window. You can then try COM2 and so on. See “The Main Programming Window” on page 23 for explanation of that window.3. Select OK. The software remembers the settings.Table 1. Select TransmitterRef DefinitionAType of transmitter to be usedBCOM port on the computer to which the programming box cable is connectedA105ABDraft
14 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135IntroductionSelect a HospitalIn the Select Hospital window, select the correct hospital. This information is used for reporting purposes. A separate report is created for each hospital. (See “Generate Reports” on page 15.) In this window you can also establish the settings for a new hospital, or change the settings for a hospital already listed. 1. Select the hospital for where the transmitter is located (A). 2. After selecting a hospital, its name and location will be displayed on the right side of the window (B). This information is used for reporting purposes.3. If the correct hospital is not listed, select <New Hospital> at the top of the list (A). Enter the name and location information for that hospital on the right side of the window. Select Save. Do not select OK yet.4. If the name and location displayed are not correct, make the appropriate changes and select Save (B).5. If there is a hospital in the list which is no longer needed, select that hospital and select the Delete button (B).Table 2. Select Hospital windowRef DefinitionAList of hospitalsBSpecific hospital name and location, with Save and Delete buttonsCOption for displaying the Excel Transmitter report, with Browse button for changing the location of the reportDOption to view the Transmitter Report (Ref. C above) when exiting the Programming Box application, with Browse button for changing the location of the reportEOK button to process the Select Hospital dataFCancel button to exit the applicationGFile to be used to save data for the hospital(s) and transmitters (See step 7 below.)A BFE110ADC GDraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 152001989-135Introduction6. The software can automatically generate a Microsoft Excel report of all channels, TTX IDs and frequencies to be used. (See “Excel Report” below for details about generating this report.)7. Identify the data file (G) to be used for storing all information about each hospital and its transmitters. You can choose to store all information for all transmitters programed at this hospital, or all transmitters ever programmed.This file stores all data about all transmitters.You can copy the file and rename it for each individual hospital. You might want to do this to send it to other personnel involved in the installation.Alternatively, you can keep all data for all hospitals in the same file.This file is used to generate the Excel Transmitter Report.8. Select OK (E) to continue programming transmitters. (If you select Cancel (F), you will exit the application.)9. The next configuration window, the Program ApexPro Transmitter window, appears. Within 30 seconds, the transmitter’s settings display, as described in “The Main Programming Window” on page 23.Generate ReportsExcel Report The software can automatically generate a Microsoft Excel report of all channels and TTX IDs used. For each channel and TTX ID within that channel, this report lists:Associated frequencySerial number of transmitter programmedBoard IDDate and time programmedComments you enter manuallyTTX IDs at this frequency, if any are already programmedIncompatible TTX IDsErrorsThis report is a separate Microsoft Excel report. It is displayed only if you select the Exit button. It is not displayed if you quit the application by using the close box. You can edit any data in the report, notably the Comments section.NOTENOTENOTENOTETo keep any changes you make in the report, you should save it with a different name. Otherwise, changes will be overwritten when you regenerate the report.Draft
16 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135IntroductionThis is a section of a sample report:To generate the Transmitter Report:1. Verify that Microsoft Excel is installed on the computer.2. Verify that the In-Band Noise Test has been performed per details in the ApexPro Antenna System Tests and Troubleshooting Instructions manual. Have test results available.3. In the Select Hospital window, select Create Excel Transmitter Report.4. Accept the Excel file location named by default as shown in the Excel File box (Ref. C in Table 2 on page 14), or navigate to another location using the Browse button (C).5. Select Show Transmitter Report On Program Exit (D).6. When done programming the transmitters, select Exit.7. This window appears. Follow the instructions in Table 3 below.Table 3. Select Channel Range windowRef DefinitionAStart Channel: Select the lowest channel to be used for analysis of the systemBEnd Channel: Select the highest channel to be used for analysis of the systemCList of all frequencies that can not be used for transmitter signals.Enter References D, E, F and G and then select Add.DType of signal blockage. Select Noise or Notch.120AAFE125ADGBCDraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 172001989-135Introduction8. Select OK. The Excel Transmitter Report generates and is displayed when you exit the program.Log Report A separate text file called TxReportLog is automatically generated and appears on your PC desktop.This report lists:All hospital names accessedDate and timeApex modelSerial numberTTX numberFrequencyBoard IDYou can print this report and view information for each transmitter. This is a section of a sample report:EList of all channels that can be notched out if Type is Notch: Select the specific channel to notch.FLow frequency within the range: Accept the default lowest frequency of the range or specify another frequency. This will create a slice of the channel’s full range.GHigh frequency within the range: Accept the default highest frequency of the range or specify another frequency. This will create a slice of the channel’s full range.Table 3. Select Channel Range windowRef Definition130ADraft
18 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135IntroductionGetting HelpApex and ApexPro Transmitter Programming Instructions ManualYou can access the Apex and ApexPro Transmitter Programming Instructions manual by clicking the Help button on the Program ApexPro Transmitter window, or pressing F1 on your keyboard. Doing so brings up Adobe Acrobat Reader with a PDF file of this document. You can browse the bookmarks, the table of contents or the document itself. You can also perform Find and Search functions.Flyover Windows The program also has informational flyovers that appear when you pause the cursor over various areas of the program windows.About the Apex Program Rightclick on the titlebar to display the About Apex_prg information window. This window includes the part number and version of the transmitter configuration.385ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 192001989-135IntroductionProgram Other TransmittersYou can program more than one transmitter without disconnecting the programming box.If the next transmitter is the same type (both Apex or both ApexPro), you do not need to exit the Apex & ApexPro Tx Config software:1. Disconnect the current transmitter.2. Connect the next transmitter.3. The software will detect the new configuration for you to view or change.If the next transmitter is a different type (Apex vs. ApexPro):1. Exit the Apex & ApexPro Tx Config software.2. Disconnect the current transmitter.3. Connect the next transmitter.4. Restart the Apex & ApexPro Tx Config software.5. Select the new type of transmitter. The COM Port should remain the same. Select OK.6. Select the hospital and then OK.7. The software will detect the new configuration for you to view or change.Draft
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Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 232001989-135Apex TransmitterProgram the Transmitter’s Basic FunctionsThe Main Programming WindowThe Program Apex Transmitter window displays various configuration settings for the transmitter. These are described in the sections below. Message AreaThis area is used by the software for general status messages, operator instructions and error messages.NOTENOTENOTENOTEIf a message indicates No communication from the transmitter, refer to “Programming Problems” on page 29.TTX Number and Frequency SettingsThe current TTX number which the transmitter is to use and the associated frequency settings are displayed.A GHJB C E705AFDITable 4. Program Apex Transmitter WindowRef DefinitionAMessage area for the programming applicationBTTX number and frequency settingsCBand selectionDReference lead settingESerial number of the transmitterFAlarm pause timeGExit program buttonHCommunication status buttonICode version numberJTest status resultsDraft
24 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135Apex TransmitterTo change the settings:1. Select the Set TTX button, reference B in “Program Apex Transmitter Window” on page 23.2. Another window appears.3. This window allows you to:a – Change the TTX Number: Either use the up- and down-arrows to scroll to the desired TTX number or highlight and type in the number to use. The frequency changes automatically as you change the TTX Number.b – View the associated Frequency in MHz. NOTENOTENOTENOTESelect a frequency that is within the frequency range allowed by your location. Operating outside of the allowed frequency range may cause interference problems or data dropout.Some frequencies are reserved. If the TTX number you choose has a reserved frequency, this will be indicated as RESERVED in the frequency display. See the ApexPro Telemetry Transmitter Service Manual for a list of TTX numbers, associated frequencies and reserved frequencies.4. Select OK to save your changes or Cancel to revert to the original settings.5. Update the “TTX Frequency Chart” in the ApexPro Telemetry Transmitter Service Manual to identify changes to the TTX numbers and the frequencies.6. Remove the existing label located on the back of the transmitter, select the appropriate TTX label from the label sheet and apply it to the transmitter.Band SettingThe band setting determines the range of frequencies within which the transmitter is to operate. The band for each transmitter is identified by a label found in the battery compartment.a b715ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 252001989-135Apex TransmitterTo set the band:1. Select the Set Band button, reference C in “Program Apex Transmitter Window” on page 23.2. Another window appears. Select the correct band. (Selecting one eliminates the others.) Select OK.3. The change is shown on the Program Apex Transmitter window.Reference Lead SettingFor 5- or 6-Lead Cables The reference lead setting has no effect when 5- or 6-lead cables are used. For 5- or 6-lead cables, the reference lead defaults to RL.For 3-Lead Cables For 3-lead cables, one of the lead wires (LL, LA, or RA) is used to connect the reference voltage to the patient. Selection of the reference lead determines which ECG waveform will be displayed at the CIC, according to the table below.805ASelect this reference lead... to view this waveform at the CICLL (left leg) Lead ILA (left arm) Lead IIRA (right arm) Lead IIIDraft
26 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135Apex TransmitterTo change the setting:1. Select the Set Lead button, reference D in “Program Apex Transmitter Window” on page 23.2. Another window appears. Select the correct lead. (Selecting one eliminates the others.) Select OK.3. The change is shown on the Program Apex Transmitter window.Alarm Pause Setting. The purpose of the alarm pause setting is to allow clinicians to adjust the transmitter and/or the patient without setting off alarms. The alarm pause setting is an amount of time, in minutes, during which alarms will not activate. After this time has elapsed, the alarm pause will automatically be deactivated and the transmitter will resume normal operation. You can manually turn off the alarm pause at any time by pressing Verify Leads and Graph at the same time.NOTENOTENOTENOTEActivation and deactivation of the alarm pause is done on the transmitter itself. The setting in the software only sets the number of minutes to wait until the alarm pause times out.To change the setting, see “Change Alarm Pause Setting” on page 27.Firmware Code Revision NumberThis is a display of the version number of the transmitter’s firmware.Exit ButtonWhen you are done with changing all configuration settings, select the Exit button (reference F in “Program Apex Transmitter Window” on page 23) to save the settings and exit the program. 215ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 272001989-135Apex TransmitterPerform Advanced FunctionsPerform Advanced ProgrammingCommunication Status Button The Communication status button (reference C in “Appendix 2: Access Apex Technical Functions” on page 31) revolves clockwise to indicate that the hardware (transmitter, programming device, and the PC) is properly connected and the software is processing normally.In addition, by clicking on this button, authorized personnel can access the advanced functions described in this section. A password is needed to access these functions.Set Serial Number This is a display of the serial number of the specific transmitter that uses this software.Whenever a transmitter is replaced, you must enter the new transmitter’s serial number. You must also identify the level of software to be used with the new transmitter.To change the settings:1. Access the high-level technical functions of the software as described in “Access the Super User Mode” on page 31.2. Select the Set S/N button, reference A in “Program Apex Transmitter Technical Functions Window” on page 31.3. A window appears asking for the new serial number. Enter the new serial number, found on the label on the back of the transmitter. (You must use upper-case.)4. Select OK to proceed with the change. (Select Cancel to make no change.)5. The change is shown on the Program Apex Transmitter window.Change Alarm Pause Setting. See “Alarm Pause Setting” on page 26 for a description of this setting.To change the setting:510AE5JD0091GP MILWAUKEE, WI USASerial number on transmitterDraft
28 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135Apex Transmitter1. Access the high-level technical functions of the software as described in “Access the Super User Mode” on page 31.2. Select the Set Pause button (reference B in “Program Apex Transmitter Technical Functions Window” on page 31.)3. Another window appears.4. Set the correct number of minutes. Either use the up- and down-arrows to scroll to the desired number or highlight and type in the number to use.5. Select OK.6. The change is shown on the Program Apex Transmitter window.Monitor the Status of Transmitter TestsTransmitter tests run whenever the transmitter is powered up. You can view the test results with the Apex & ApexPro Tx Config software. The results shown indicate pass-or-fail status for these tests:ROM — Read-Only Memory. If this test fails, the ROM needs to be replaced.RAM — Random-Access Memory. If this test fails, the RAM needs to be replaced.EEPROM Checksum — Indicates whether the transmitter firmware is valid or is corrupt.Synthesizer Lock — Shows the current status of the phase lock loop in the transmitter. This indicates whether or not the transmitter is operating at its programmed frequency. Failure of this test indicates that this transmitter could be operating at a different frequency and could be causing interference with another transmitter programmed to that other frequency. If this is the case, this transmitter should be removed from service until the problem is corrected. Refer to “Test Status Failures” on page 30.If any test has failed:1. Access the high-level technical functions of the software as described in “Access the Super User Mode” on page 31.2. Select the Clear Failures button (reference E in “Program Apex Transmitter Technical Functions Window” on page 31.) If any tests fail again, see “Appendix 1: Apex Troubleshooting” on page 29.220ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 292001989-135Apex TransmitterApex AppendicesAppendix 1: Apex TroubleshootingLED Status ProblemsProgramming ProblemsCondition Possible Cause Possible ActionsNo lights are blinking. Normal status when hardware is properly connected and the software is running.No action needed.Hardware is not connected properly. Check the hardware connections as described in “Connect the Hardware” on page 11.Software is not installed. Install the Apex & ApexPro Tx Config software as described in “Install the Programming Device” on page 9.Software is not running. Start the Apex & ApexPro Tx Config software as described in “Run the Apex & ApexPro Programming Box Software” on page 13.Batteries do not have enough power. Replace the batteries:1. Disconnect the transmitter from the programming device.2. Replace the transmitter batteries with two new AA alkaline batteries.3. Reconnect the transmitter to the programming device.All lights blink once and then turn off. Normal status when hardware has just been properly connected.No action needed.Condition Cause Possible ActionsUnable to display or program the transmitter settings Batteries do not have enough power. Replace the batteries:1. Disconnect the transmitter from the programming device.2. Replace the transmitter batteries with two new AA alkaline batteries.3. Reconnect the transmitter to the programming device.Message indicates No communication from the transmitter:Hardware is not connected properly. Check the hardware connections as described in “Connect the Hardware” on page 11.Incorrect COM port was selected. 1. Exit this window. (Reference G in “Program Apex Transmitter Window” on page 23.)2. Restart Apex & ApexPro Tx Config: In your PC’s Start menu, select Programs > GE Medical Systems > Apex & ApexPro Tx Config > Apex & ApexPro Tx Config. 3. In the Select Transmitter window, choose a different COM Port from what you selected before. Select OK.4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until a connection is established and the message area indicates Connected to the transmitter.5. If the transmitter still is not working after trying all of the COM ports, refer to other sections of this appendix.Draft
30 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135Apex TransmitterTest Status FailuresTechnical Support If the above information does not resolve your problem, call:Condition Possible Cause Possible ActionsEEPROM Checksum indicates fail status. The transmitter firmware is incorrect or corrupt. Cycle the power on the transmitter. If the failure occurs again, re-program the transmitter’s functions and cycle the power on the transmitter. If the failure still occurs, contact Technical Support. (See below.)Synthesizer Lock indicates fail status. The transmitter is currently unable to operate at its programmed frequency.Try programming the transmitter to another frequency. If the failure still occurs, contact Technical Support. (See below.)U.S. and Canada 800-558-7044Other countries 561-575-5000Draft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 312001989-135Apex TransmitterAppendix 2: Access Apex Technical FunctionsSeveral high-level technical functions are available by following the steps in “Access the Super User Mode” below. Technical functions are password-protected to prevent accidental use.Requirements You must have the items identified in “Hardware Requirements for the Programming Device” on page 9.Access the Super User Mode Start the software as in “Run the Apex & ApexPro Programming Box Software” on page 13 and then access the Super User mode of the software by following these steps:1. Select the Communication status button, reference H in “Program Apex Transmitter Window” on page 23 and reference C in “Program Apex Transmitter Technical Functions Window” below.2. Type the password mms_aps.3. Select OK.4. The Program Apex Transmitter window will display additional features.5. To exit the Super User mode, select the Communication status button again.710ACEA BDTable 5. Program Apex Transmitter Technical Functions WindowRef DefinitionASerial numberBAlarm pause timeCCommunication status buttonDCode version numberETest Status resultsDraft
32 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135Apex TransmitterAppendix 3: Apex TTX LabelsTransmitters used with Apex systems require TTX labels that have this format:XXXTTX Draft
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Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 352001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterProgram the Transmitter’s Basic FunctionsThe Main Programming WindowThe Program ApexPro CH Transmitter window displays various configuration settings for the transmitter. These are described in the sections below. Table 6. Program ApexPro CH Transmitter WindowRef DefinitionAMessage area for the programming applicationBTTX number and frequency settingsCReference lead settingDAlarm pause settingEFilter settingFExit program buttonGPower-up self-test status resultsHSerial number of the transmitterICode part/version numbersJCommunication status buttonA FJIHGB C D E305ADraft
36 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterMessage AreaThis area is used by the software for general status messages, operator instructions and error messages.NOTENOTENOTENOTEIf a message indicates No communication from the transmitter, refer to “Programming Problems” on page 50.TTX Number and Frequency SettingsThe current TTX number and associated frequency settings are displayed. The board version, important to a technician, is also displayed. This window allows you to change the TTX Number.To change the settings use the up- and down-arrows to scroll to the desired TTX number, or highlight the field and type the number to use. The frequency changes automatically as you change the TTX Number.NOTENOTENOTENOTESelect a frequency that is within the frequency range allowed by your location. Operating outside of the allowed frequency range may cause interference problems or data dropout.Some frequencies are reserved and cannot be used. If the TTX number you choose has a reserved frequency, this will be indicated as RESERVED in the frequency display. See the ApexPro Telemetry Transmitter Service Manual for a list of TTX numbers, associated frequencies and reserved frequencies.Update the “TTX Frequency Chart” in the ApexPro Telemetry Transmitter Service Manual to identify changes to the TTX numbers and the frequencies.Select the appropriate TTX label for ApexPro CH V2 from the label sheet and apply it to the transmitter inside the label depression located on the back of the transmitter. (See “Appendix 3: ApexPro CH TTX Labels and Frequencies” on page 56 for applicable label part numbers.)abc310ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 372001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterReference Lead SettingFor 5- or 6-Lead Cables The reference lead setting has no effect when 5- or 6-lead cables are used. For 5- or 6-lead cables, the reference lead defaults to RL.For 3-Lead Cables For 3-lead cables, one of the lead wires (LL, LA, or RA) is used to connect the reference voltage to the patient. Selection of the reference lead determines which ECG waveform will display at the CIC.Select the desired Reference Lead.Alarm Pause SettingThe purpose of the alarm pause setting is to allow clinicians to adjust the transmitter and/or the patient without setting off alarms. The alarm pause setting is an amount of time, in minutes, during which alarms will not activate. After this time has elapsed, the alarm pause will automatically be deactivated and the transmitter will resume normal operation. You can manually turn off the alarm pause at any time by pressing Verify Leads and Graph at the same time.NOTENOTENOTENOTEActivation and deactivation of the alarm pause is done on the transmitter itself. The setting in the software only sets the number of minutes to wait until the alarm pause times out.Select this reference lead... to view this waveform at the CICLead I LL (left leg)Lead II LA (left arm)Lead III RA (right arm)315ADraft
38 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterTo change the settings use the up- and down-arrows to scroll to the desired alarm pause, or highlight the field and type the number of minutes to pause. Filter SettingThe filter setting is the frequency of the power lines for the country in which the transmitter will be used, either 50 or 60 Hz. In the United States, this is typically 60 Hz. For most other countries, this is typically 50 Hz. Select the appropriate setting.Exit ButtonWhen you are done with changing all configuration settings, select the Exit button (reference F in “Program ApexPro CH Transmitter Window” on page 35) to save the settings and exit the program.HelpAt any time, you can access Help by clicking the Help button (see figure above) or pressing F1 on your keyboard which brings up Adobe Acrobat Reader with a PDF file of this document. You can browse the bookmarks, the table of contents, or the document itself. You can perform Find and Search functions also.The program also has short informational pop-ups that appear when you pause the cursor over various areas of the program windows.320A325A135ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 392001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterView Transmitter DiagnosticsView Test ResultsPower-up Self Test Status Power-up self-tests (reference G in “Program ApexPro CH Transmitter Window” on page 35) run whenever the transmitter is powered up. You can view the test results with the Apex & ApexPro Tx Config software. The results shown indicate pass-or-fail status for these power-up self-tests:Synthesizer Lock Log — Indicates fail status if the transmitter was ever unable to operate at its programmed frequency. A single failure may be caused by a temporary deviation. Repeated failures may indicate a hardware problem. If this is the case, contact Technical Support. (See “Technical Support” on page 51.) EEPROM Checksum — Indicates whether the transmitter firmware is valid or is corrupt.Synthesizer Lock — Shows the current status of the phase lock loop in the transmitter. This indicates whether or not the transmitter is operating at its programmed frequency. Failure of this test indicates that this transmitter could be operating at a different frequency and could be causing interference with another transmitter programmed to that other frequency. If this is the case, this transmitter should be removed from service until the problem is corrected. Refer to “Power-Up Self-Test Failures” on page 50.NOTENOTENOTENOTEThe Clear Faliures button only displays when in Super User mode. (See “Access Super User Mode” on page 52.) If any test has failed, access Super User mode and click the Clear Faliures button. If any tests fail again, see “Power-Up Self-Test Failures” on page 50.335ADraft
40 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterDiagnostic Test Diagnostic tests (reference D in “Appendix 2: Access ApexPro CH Technical Functions (Super User)” on page 52) run at all times but are accessible only by personnel authorized for high-level (Super User) functions.Battery – the specific combined voltage of the two AA batteries in the transmitter. Each AA battery is nominally rated at 1.5V, so two fresh batteries together should register at 3.0V. The lowest total voltage for the transmitter to operate properly is approximately 1.5V.Battery Status – the relative strength of the AA batteries in the transmitter, ranging from zero (dead) to 7 (full power).Lead Status – the status of any leads connected to the transmitter. Since the transmitter is connected to the programming device and not to any leads, the status during the programming process will always be “2F”, indicating no leads attached.Button Status – indicates which buttons on the transmitter are being pressed. You can use this to test the buttons if you suspect they may be stuck.0 = All three buttons are pressed.1 = Attendent Call and Graph buttons are pressed.2 = Attendent Call and Verify Leads buttons are pressed.3 = Attendent Call button is pressed.4 = Graph and Verify Leads buttons are pressed.5 = Graph button is pressed.6 = Verify Leads button is pressed.7 = No buttons are pressed.330ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 412001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterView Firmware CodesSerial Number Displays the serial number of the transmitters’s PCB (Printed Circuit Board). Code Version Numbers Display of the part numbers and their versions (reference I in “Program ApexPro CH Transmitter Window” on page 35) for the application firmware (used when the transmitter is operating independently to send patient data), and the manufacturing firmware (used when the transmitter is plugged into the programming device).Communication Status Button The Communication status button (reference J in “Program ApexPro CH Transmitter Window” on page 35) revolves clockwise to indicate that the hardware (transmitter, programming device, and the PC) is properly connected and the software is processing normally.In addition, by clicking on this button, authorized personnel can access high-level functions (Super User). A password is needed to access these functions. See “Appendix 2: Access ApexPro CH Technical Functions (Super User)” on page 52 for more information.341A345A305ADraft
42 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterUpdate Transmitter FirmwareUpdate Firmware CodeOccasionally there are updates to the transmitter firmware. In addition, in rare cases, you may experience problems with the firmware and may need to download one or more of the files to the transmitter. See “Appendix 1: ApexPro CH Troubleshooting” on page 49 to determine which file(s), if any, should be downloaded.The files to download will have these extensions:.app (Application firmware code – for transmitter operation).mfg (Manufacturing firmware code – for programming the transmitter)When updating the transmitter firmware, these files are installed in C:\Program Files\GE Medical Systems\Apex and ApexPro Programming Box Software, except if a different location is chosen. When downloading specific files after experiencing problems, you will find the necessary files on your hard drive where the firmware was installed.Firmware Download If the transmitter is functioning:These conditions will require downloading the Application and Software code.RA or LA lights on the transmitter are flashing.Transmitter is working correctly but the firmware needs to be updated.The EEPROM Checksum test failed.If the transmitter is not functioning:Manually reset it as instructed in “Reset the Transmitter Manually” on page 51.Erase & Download Application Code1. Access the high-level technical functions of the software as described in “Access Super User Mode” on page 52.2. The Program ApexPro CH Transmitter window will display additional features, including a Download EEPROM Code button (reference E in “Appendix 2: Access ApexPro CH Technical Functions (Super User)” on page 52.)Draft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 432001989-135ApexPro CH Transmitter3. Select the Download EEPROM Code button. The message shown below will display.NOTENOTENOTENOTEIf the above message does not display, you must manually reset the program as instructed in “Reset the Transmitter Manually” on page 51.4. Using a small pointed device (such as the tip of a pen) press in and hold the Clear Transmitter Memory button in the side of the Apex programming device. Another window will display after approximately 4 seconds. Or select Cancel to stop the download process and return to the Super User window.5. Select the type of file to update and select OK. 386A387ADraft
44 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro CH Transmitter6. Click once on the .app file and select Open. The upgrade process starts automatically.7. A code download status bar displays the progress of the code download. In addition, the RA LED light on the transmitter flashes.8. When the code download is complete, a EEPROM update status bar displays the progress of the EEPROM update. In addition, all the LED lights on the transmitter flash.9. A window displays asking if you want to continue downloading code to the transmitter. (The RA and the LA LED lights flash.) Select OK to 389A390A393ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 452001989-135ApexPro CH Transmitterreturn to the Select Download Type window, or Cancel to exit the update process. To download the Service code, proceed with step 5 in “Erase & Download Service Code” on page 45orSelect Cancel to exit the update process and return to the Program ApexPro CH Transmitter window. (Selecting Cancel closes Super User functions.10. Confirm that all Power-up Self Test Status messages indicate Passed. See “Appendix 1: ApexPro CH Troubleshooting” on page 49 if any failures occur.Erase & Download Service Code1. Access the high-level technical functions of the software as described in “Access Super User Mode” on page 52.2. The Program ApexPro CH Transmitter window will display additional features, including a Download EEPROM Code button (reference E in “Appendix 2: Access ApexPro CH Technical Functions (Super User)” on page 52.)3. Select the Download EEPROM Code button. The message shown below will display.NOTENOTENOTENOTEIf the above message does not display, you must manually reset the program as instructed in “Reset the Transmitter Manually” on page 51.4. Using a small pointed device (such as the tip of a pen) press in and hold the Clear Transmitter Memory button in the side of the Apex programming device. Another window will display after approximately 4 seconds. Or select Cancel to stop the download process and return to the Super User window.391A386ADraft
46 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro CH Transmitter5. Select the type of file to update and select OK. 6. Click once on the .mfg file and select Open. The upgrade process starts automatically.7. A code download status bar displays the progress of the code download. In addition, the LA LED light on the transmitter flashes.388A392A390ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 472001989-135ApexPro CH Transmitter8. When the code download is complete, a EEPROM update status bar displays the progress of the EEPROM update. In addition, all the LED lights on the transmitter flash.9. A window displays next asking if you want to continue downloading code to the transmitter. (The RA and the LA LED lights flash.) Select OK to return to the Select Download Type window, or Cancel to exit the update process.To download the Application code, proceed with step 5 in “Erase & Download Application Code” on page 42orSelect Cancel to exit the update process and return to the Program ApexPro CH Transmitter window. (Selecting Cancel closes Super User functions.10. Confirm that all Power-up Self Test Status messages indicate Passed. See “Appendix 1: ApexPro CH Troubleshooting” on page 49 if any failures occur.393A391ADraft
48 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterVerify Correct OperationVerify the Transmitter’s Firmware Code VersionThe transmitter’s code version displays in the Program ApexPro CH Transmitter window. Verify that the App: text string matches the .app file name listed on the data disk. Also verify that the Mfg: text string matches the .mfg file name listed on the data disk.Confirm that all Power-up Self Test Status messages indicate Passed. (See “Power-Up Self-Test Failures” on page 50.) Call Technical Support (page 51) if any failures occur.Verify Transmitter Operation Complete the checkout procedures identified in the ApexPro Telemetry Transmitter Service Manual.Track the Software Upgrade (Field Engineer Use Only)For this upgrade, complete the following.1. Use the MDOC number found on the data disk as the tracking number in the PROACTIVE REPAIR# window of the Clarify case.2. Bill travel and labor only as authorized by Marketing - CIC/ApexPro using the MDOC number as the PO#.3. Fill out and fax the “Update Installation Verification Form” provided with this manual. (Please make additional copies as needed.)345ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 492001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterApexPro CH AppendicesAppendix 1: ApexPro CH TroubleshootingLED Status ProblemsCondition Possible Cause Possible ActionsNo lights are blinking. Hardware is not connected properly. Check the hardware connections as described in “Connect the Hardware” on page 11.Software is not installed. Install the Apex & ApexPro Tx Config software as described in “Install the Programming Device” on page 9.Software is not running. Start the Apex & ApexPro Tx Config software as described in “Run the Apex & ApexPro Programming Box Software” on page 13.Batteries do not have enough power. Replace the batteries:1. Disconnect the transmitter from the programming device.2. Replace the transmitter batteries with two new AA alkaline batteries.3. Reconnect the transmitter to the programming device.One or both firmware files are corrupt. Follow the instructions in “Update Transmitter Firmware” on page 42.All lights blink rapidly several times and then slowly two times.Normal status when hardware has just been properly connected.No action needed.All lights blink on and off every second. Normal status when hardware is properly connected and the software is running.No action needed.RA and LA LED lights are blinking. You have chosen to download an Application or Service file. Follow the instructions in “Update Firmware Code” on page 42.Transmitter is receiving a download of application firmware.No action needed.Draft
50 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterProgramming ProblemsPower-Up Self-Test FailuresCondition Possible Cause Possible ActionsUnable to display or program the transmitter settings. Batteries do not have enough power or are dead. Replace the batteries:1. Disconnect the transmitter from the programming device.2. Replace the transmitter batteries.3. Reconnect the transmitter to the programming device.Message indicates No communication from the transmitter.Hardware is not connected properly. Check the hardware connections as described in “Connect the Hardware” on page 11.Incorrect COM port was selected. 1. Exit this window. (Reference F in “Program ApexPro CH Transmitter Window” on page 35.)2. Restart Apex & ApexPro Tx Config: In your PC’s Start menu, select Programs > GE Medical Systems > Apex & ApexPro Tx Config > Apex & ApexPro Tx Config. 3. In the Select Transmitter window, choose a different COM Port from what you selected before. Select OK.4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until a connection is established and the message area indicates Connected to the transmitter.5. If the transmitter still is not working after trying all of the COM ports, refer to other sections of this appendix.Condition Possible Cause Possible ActionsSynthesizer Lock Log indicates fail status. Transmitter has been unable to operate at programmed frequency.May be caused by temporary conditions. Check the “Synthesizer Lock” test below for current lock conditions.If the Synthesizer Lock test is currently passing:1. Clear the Synthesizer Lock Log (“Power-up Self Test Status” on page 39), under the Super User mode (“Appendix 2: Access ApexPro CH Technical Functions (Super User)” on page 52.)2. Remove the transmitter from the programming box, and allow the transmitter to reboot.3. Reconnect the transmitter to the programming box.4. Check the Synthesizer Lock Log status. If the failure occurs again, contact Technical Support. (See page 51.)Synthesizer Lock indicates fail status. The transmitter is currently unable to operate at its programmed frequency.Try programming the transmitter to another frequency. If the failure still occurs, contact Technical Support. (See page 51.)EEPROM Checksum indicates fail status. The transmitter firmware is incorrect or corrupt. Cycle the power on the transmitter. If the failure still occurs, download new application and service firmware into the transmitter. (See “Update Transmitter Firmware” on page 42.)Draft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 512001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterOther ProblemsReset the Transmitter Manually You can manually reset the transmitter if:the Power-up Self-Test Status section of the Program ApexPro CH Transmitter window shows that the EEPROM Checksum test failedornone of the above processes corrects the problem you are experiencing.NOTENOTENOTENOTEYou need Super User authority, page 52, to complete this procedure.To manually reset the transmitter:1. Complete the procedure “Connect the Hardware” on page 11.2. Using the tip of a pen or other object with a small point, depress the Clear Transmitter Memory button on the side of the programming device and at the same time, turn off the transmitter and turn it back on by sliding the battery cover away from the battery compartment and then back. When reset, the RA and LA LEDs will blink.3. Follow the process “Update Transmitter Firmware” on page 42.Technical Support If the above information does not resolve your problem, call:Condition Possible Cause Possible ActionsUnexpected behavior. Message indicates No communication from the transmitter.Transmitter firmware is corrupt. Manually reset the transmitter and re-load the transmitter firmware. (See “Reset the Transmitter Manually” below.)Transmitter is not connected to the programming device and the LEDs keep flashing repeatedly.The transmitter is resetting: firmware is probably corrupted. Manually reset the transmitter and re-load the transmitter firmware. (See “Reset the Transmitter Manually” below.)U.S. and Canada 800-558-7044Other countries 561-575-5000Draft
52 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterAppendix 2: Access ApexPro CH Technical Functions (Super User)Several high-level technical functions are available by following the steps in “Access Super User Mode” below. Technical functions are password-protected to prevent accidental use. These functions are generally used only by qualified service personnel.Requirements You must have the items identified in “Hardware Requirements for the Programming Device” on page 9.You may have a software upgrade kit, PN 2007039-005, containing one software upgrade CD.Access Super User Mode Start the software as in “Run the Apex & ApexPro Programming Box Software” on page 13 and then access the Super User mode of the software by following these steps:1. Click on the Communication status button (reference C below). A password prompt will display.2. Enter the password, mms_aps.3. Click OK.365ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 532001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterThe Program ApexPro CH Transmitter window displays additional Super User features.4. To exit Super User mode, click the Communication status button again.Table 7. Program ApexPro CH Transmitter Technical Functions WindowRef DefinitionAView factory defaults for the Digital PotsBTest Pattern conducts a Carrier Frequency testLED Pattern tests whether the LED lights are working correctlyCCommunication status button in Super User modeDModulation On/Off selection for enabling/disabling modulationEDownload EEPROM Code for updating the firmware codeFDiagnostic displays self-test results370ACBADEFDraft
54 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterDigital PotsView only. View the factory RF settings. For factory and engineering use only.Test PatternTest Pattern – a 4-digit hexidecimal value sent by the transmitter to test the carrier frerquency. See the ApexPro Telemetry Transmitter Service Manual for detailed information on Carrier Frequency Error test patterns.LED Pattern – a 2-digit hexidecimal value used to determine if the LED lights are working.ModulationModulation sets the mode of the frequency being transmitted. Modulation On – Use during normal operation. Data is transmitted in relationship to the “peaks” of the high frequencies and the “valleys” of the low frequencies.Modulation Off – Use during service routines. Transmitts a constant frequency with no modulation.355A360A350ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 552001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterDownload EEPROM CodeClick this button to enter download mode. See “Update Firmware Code” on page 42 for procedure to update the firmware. If the program does not respond after clicking this button, see “Reset the Transmitter Manually” on page 51.DiagnosticsSee “Diagnostic Test” on page 40.375A330ADraft
56 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro CH TransmitterAppendix 3: ApexPro CH TTX Labels and FrequenciesTransmitters used with ApexPro CH systems require TTX labels that have this format:The available frequency for the ApexPro CH transmitter is:600 MHzU.S. TV Channel Frequency (MHz) TTX# Range ApexPro CH V2 PN Label 37 608.025 - 613.975 8521 - 8759 2009840-009XXXXAP (XXXX)TTX Draft
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Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 592001989-135ApexPro TransmitterProgram the Transmitter’s Basic FunctionsThe Main Programming WindowThe Program ApexPro Transmitter window displays various configuration settings for the transmitter. These are described in the sections below. Table 8. Program ApexPro Transmitter WindowRef DefinitionAMessage area for the programming applicationBTTX number and frequency settingsCReference lead settingDAlarm pause settingEFilter settingFExit program buttonGPower-up self-test status resultsHOptional feature settingsISerial number of the transmitterJCode part/version numbersKIQ table versionLCommunication status buttonA FLKJIHGB C D E205ADraft
60 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro TransmitterMessage AreaThis area is used by the software for general status messages, operator instructions and error messages.NOTENOTENOTENOTEIf a message indicates No communication from the transmitter, refer to “Programming Problems” on page 77.TTX Number and Frequency SettingsThe current TTX number and associated frequency settings are displayed. The board version, important to a technician, is also displayed.To change the settings:1. Select the Set Frequency button, reference B in “Program ApexPro Transmitter Window” on page 59.2. Another window appears.3. This window allows you to:a – Change the TTX Number: Either use the up- and down-arrows to scroll to the desired TTX number or highlight and type in the number to use. The frequency changes automatically as you change the TTX Number.b – View the associated Frequency in MHz. NOTENOTENOTENOTESelect a frequency that is within the frequency range allowed by your location. Operating outside of the allowed frequency range may cause interference problems or data dropout.Some frequencies are reserved and cannot be used. If the TTX number you choose has a reserved frequency, this will be indicated as RESERVED in the frequency display. See the ApexPro Telemetry Transmitter Service Manual for a list of TTX numbers, associated frequencies and reserved frequencies.afbcde210AgDraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 612001989-135ApexPro Transmitterc – View the Label. This is a combination of the TTX number and an abbreviation of the transmitter model. The label automatically changes as you change the TTX Number. For example, an ApexPro transmitter set at TTX number 7700 would be labeled “7700AP”.d – View Other Transmitters at This Frequency. If there are any other transmitters set to this frequency, there could be interference with signals from this transmitter. Avoid this whenever possible.e – Check the Clear Failures With This New Setting box. This resets any failed status that was indicated in the Power-up Self-Test Status section of the Program ApexPro Transmitter window. When this option is checked, failures will be cleared when you select the OK button.f – View Incompatible Transmitters. Incompatible transmitters have frequencies within +/– 12.5 KHz. These transmitters cannot be admitted on the same system. If a list of any other transmitters appears in this box, the TTX number selected cannot be used and the OK button is disabled. You must select a different TTX Number.g – Channel and Zone (JAPAN ONLY) are coordinated with TTX Number in that they change as you change the TTX Number. Refer to the Apex and ApexPro Transmitter Programming Instructions (Japan) document for specific usage.4. Select OK to save your changes or Cancel to revert to the original settings.5. Update the “TTX Frequency Chart” in the ApexPro Telemetry Transmitter Service Manual to identify changes to the TTX numbers and the frequencies.6. Select the appropriate TTX label for ApexPro V1, V2 from the label sheet and apply it to the transmitter inside the label depression located on the back of the transmitter. (See “Appendix 3: ApexPro TTX Labels and Frequencies” on page 80 for applicable label part numbers.)Reference Lead SettingFor 5- or 6-Lead Cables The reference lead setting has no effect when 5- or 6-lead cables are used. For 5- or 6-lead cables, the reference lead defaults to RL.For 3-Lead Cables For 3-lead cables, one of the lead wires (LL, LA, or RA) is used to connect the reference voltage to the patient. Selection of the reference lead determines which ECG waveform will be displayed at the CIC, according to the table below.Select this reference lead... to view this waveform at the CICLead I LL (left leg)Lead II LA (left arm)Lead III RA (right arm)Draft
62 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro TransmitterTo change the setting:1. Select the Set Lead button, reference C in “Program ApexPro Transmitter Window” on page 59.2. Another window appears. Select the correct lead. (Selecting one eliminates the others.) Select OK.3. The change is shown on the Program ApexPro Transmitter window.Alarm Pause Setting. The purpose of the alarm pause setting is to allow clinicians to adjust the transmitter and/or the patient without setting off alarms. The alarm pause setting is an amount of time, in minutes, during which alarms will not activate. After this time has elapsed, the alarm pause will automatically be deactivated and the transmitter will resume normal operation. You can manually turn off the alarm pause at any time by pressing Verify Leads and Graph at the same time.NOTENOTENOTENOTEActivation and deactivation of the alarm pause is done on the transmitter itself. The setting in the software only sets the number of minutes to wait until the alarm pause times out.To change the setting:1. Select the Set Pause button, reference D in “Program ApexPro Transmitter Window” on page 59.2. Another window appears.3. Set the correct number of minutes. Either use the up- and down-arrows to scroll to the desired number or highlight and type in the number to use.4. Select OK.5. The change is shown on the Program ApexPro Transmitter window.215A220ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 632001989-135ApexPro TransmitterFilter SettingThe filter setting is the frequency of the power lines for the country in which the transmitter will be used, either 50 or 60 Hz. In the United States, this is typically 60 Hz. For most other countries, this is typically 50 Hz.To change the setting:1. Select the Change Filter button, reference E in “Program ApexPro Transmitter Window” on page 59.2. This changes the filter from 60 Hz to 50 Hz or from 50 Hz to 60 Hz.3. The change is shown on the Program ApexPro Transmitter window.Exit ButtonWhen you are done with changing all configuration settings, select the Exit button (reference F in “Program ApexPro Transmitter Window” on page 59) to save the settings and exit the program.Draft
64 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro TransmitterView Transmitter DiagnosticsView Firmware CodesCommunication Status Button The Communication status button (reference L in Table 8, “Program ApexPro Transmitter Window,” on page 59) revolves clockwise to indicate that the hardware (transmitter, programming device, and the PC) is properly connected and the software is processing normally.In addition, by clicking on this button, authorized personnel can access high-level functions. A password is needed to access these functions. See “Appendix 2: Access ApexPro Technical Functions” on page 79 for more information.Code Version Numbers This is a display of the part numbers and their versions (reference J in Table 8, “Program ApexPro Transmitter Window,” on page 59) for the application firmware (used when the transmitter is operating independently to send patient data) and the manufacturing firmware (used when the transmitter is plugged into the programming device.)IQ Table Version This is a display of the version number of the IQ table (reference K in Table 8, “Program ApexPro Transmitter Window,” on page 59), which is used for modulation.View Test ResultsPower-up Self-Tests Power-up self-tests (reference G in Table 8, “Program ApexPro Transmitter Window,” on page 59) run whenever the transmitter is powered up. You can view the test results with the Apex & ApexPro Tx Config software. The results shown indicate pass-or-fail status for these power-up self-tests:Synthesizer Lock Log — Indicates fail status if the transmitter was ever unable to operate at its programmed frequency. This fail status can be cleared in the window for TTX number and associated frequency settings: check the Clear Failures With This New Setting box (Ref. e on page 60). A single failure may be caused by a temporary deviation. Repeated failures may indicate a hardware problem. If this is the case, contact Technical Support. (See “Technical Support” on page 78.) EEPROM Checksum — Indicates whether the transmitter firmware is valid or is corrupt.Synthesizer Lock — Shows the current status of the phase lock loop in the transmitter. This indicates whether or not the transmitter is operating at its programmed frequency. Failure of this test indicates that this transmitter could be operating at a different frequency and could be causing interference with another transmitter programmed to that other frequency. If this is the case, this transmitter should be removed from service until the problem is corrected. Refer to “Power-Up Self-Test Failures” on page 77.Fourth Test Status — Reserved for future use.Draft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 652001989-135ApexPro TransmitterIf any test has failed:1. Select the Set Frequency button, reference B in “Program ApexPro Transmitter Window” on page 59.2. Check the Clear Failures With This New Setting box. If any tests fail again, see “Power-Up Self-Test Failures” on page 77.Diagnostic Tests Diagnostic tests (reference D in “Appendix 2: Access ApexPro Technical Functions” on page 79) run at all times but are accessible only by personnel authorized for high-level functions. The results shown are:Battery voltage – the specific combined voltage of the two AA batteries in the transmitter. Each AA battery is nominally rated at 1.5V, so two fresh batteries together should register at 3.0V. The lowest total voltage for the transmitter to operate properly is approximately 1.5V.Battery Status – the relative strength of the AA batteries in the transmitter, ranging from zero (dead) to 7 (full power).Lead Status – the status of any leads connected to the transmitter. Since the transmitter is connected to the programming device and not to any leads, the status during the programming process will always be “3F”, indicating no leads attached.Button status – indicates which buttons on the transmitter are being pressed. You can use this to test the buttons if you suspect they may be stuck.0 = Both Verify Leads and Graph buttons are pressed.1 = Verify Leads button is pressed.2 = Graph button is pressed.3 = Neither button is pressed.Draft
66 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro TransmitterUpdate Transmitter FirmwareUpdate Firmware CodeOccasionally there are updates to the transmitter firmware. In addition, in rare cases, you may experience problems with the firmware and may need to download one or more of the files to the transmitter. See “Appendix 1: ApexPro Troubleshooting” on page 76 to determine which file, if any, should be downloaded.The files that may be involved have these extensions:.app (Application firmware code – for transmitter operation).mfg (Manufacturing firmware code – for programming the transmitter).tbl (IQ table – for modulation)When updating the transmitter firmware, these files are installed in C:\Program Files\GE Medical Systems\Apex and ApexPro Programming Box Software, except if a different location is chosen. When downloading specific files after experiencing problems, you will find the necessary files on your hard drive where the firmware was installed.Firmware Download Decisions Follow these instructions if the transmitter is functioning.If the transmitter is not functioning at all, try manually resetting it as instructed in “Reset the Transmitter Manually” on page 78.Erase & Download Application Code1. Access the high-level technical functions of the software as described in “Access the Super User Mode” on page 79.2. The Program ApexPro Transmitter window will display additional features, including a Download Functions section (reference D in “Appendix 2: Access ApexPro Technical Functions” on page 79.)3. Select the Erase & Download App button.When these conditions occur... Use this Download FunctionRA light on the transmitter is flashing. Erase & Download App (page 66)LA light on the transmitter is flashing. Erase & Download Mfg (page 67)Transmitter is working correctly but the firmware needs to be updated. Erase & Download App & Mfg(page 68)The EEPROM checksum test failed.The transmitter was manually reset.There is a problem with the transmitter but you don’t know what it is. Download File (page 70)Draft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 672001989-135ApexPro Transmitter4. Select OK at this screen.5. Locate the transmitter firmware, generally in C:\Program Files\GE Medical Systems\Apex and ApexPro Programming Box Software, or where the firmware was installed. 6. Click once on the .app file and select Open. The upgrade process starts automatically.7. During the upgrade, the message box on the Program ApexPro Transmitter window displays a countdown timer and the transmitter settings appear greyed out. In addition, sometimes the RA LED light on the transmitter flashes and sometimes all the LED lights flash.8. Wait until the first line in the message box displays the text Connected to the transmitter. If there are any problems, refer to “ApexPro Appendices” on page 76.Erase & Download Service Code1. Access the high-level technical functions of the software as described in “Access the Super User Mode” on page 79.2. The Program ApexPro Transmitter window will display additional features, including a Download Functions section (reference D in “Appendix 2: Access ApexPro Technical Functions” on page 79.)3. Select the Erase & Download Mfg button.4. Select OK at this screen.405A410A415A420ADraft
68 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro Transmitter5. Locate the transmitter firmware, generally in C:\Program Files\GE Medical Systems\Apex and ApexPro Programming Box Software, or where the firmware was installed.6. Click once on the .mfg file and select Open. The upgrade process starts automatically.7. During the upgrade, the message box on the Program ApexPro Transmitter window displays a countdown timer and the transmitter settings appear greyed out. In addition, sometimes the LA LED light on the transmitter flashes and sometimes all the LED lights flash.8. Wait until the first line in the message box displays the text Connected to the transmitter. If there are any problems, refer to “ApexPro Appendices” on page 76.Erase & Download Application and Service Codes1. Access the high-level technical functions of the software as described in “Access the Super User Mode” on page 79.2. The Program ApexPro Transmitter window will display additional features, including a Download Functions section (reference D in “Appendix 2: Access ApexPro Technical Functions” on page 79.)3. Select the Erase & Download App & Mfg button.4. Select OK at this screen.5. Locate the transmitter firmware, generally in C:\Program Files\GE Medical Systems\Apex and ApexPro Programming Box Software, or where the firmware was installed. 425A430A405ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 692001989-135ApexPro Transmitter6. Click once on the .app file and select Open. The upgrade process starts automatically.7. During the upgrade, the message box on the Program ApexPro Transmitter window displays a countdown timer and the transmitter settings appear greyed out. In addition, sometimes the RA LED light on the transmitter flashes and sometimes all the LED lights flash.8. Next, the download process downloads the .mfg file. Select OK at this screen.9. Locate the transmitter firmware, generally in C:\Program Files\GE Medical Systems\Apex and ApexPro Programming Box Software, or where the firmware was installed.10. Click once on the .mfg file and select Open. The upgrade process starts automatically.11. During the upgrade, the message box on the Program ApexPro Transmitter window displays a countdown timer and the transmitter 410A415A420A425ADraft
70 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro Transmittersettings appear greyed out. In addition, sometimes the LA LED light on the transmitter flashes and sometimes all the LED lights flash.12. Wait until the first line in the message box displays the text Connected to the transmitter. If there are any problems, refer to “ApexPro Appendices” on page 76.Download File This function helps determine which firmware file to download, either the application code or the manufacturing code.1. Access the high-level technical functions of the software as described in “Access the Super User Mode” on page 79.2. The Program ApexPro Transmitter window will display additional features, including a Download Functions section (reference D in “Appendix 2: Access ApexPro Technical Functions” on page 79.)3. Select the Download File button.4. Follow the instructions at this screen.If the RA light is flashing, select RA Flashing and then select OK.If the LA light is flashing, select LA Flashing and then select OK.If neither LED is flashing on the transmitter, there is no need to update the firmware, so you can select Cancel.Change the IQ Table Version The IQ table is used to generate the RF modulation in the transmitter.If you receive a new IQ table file:1. Access the high-level technical functions of the software as described in “Access the Super User Mode” on page 79.2. Select the Load I/Q Table button, reference B in “Appendix 2: Access ApexPro Technical Functions” on page 79.430A440ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 712001989-135ApexPro Transmitter3. A window opens for you to navigate to the I/Q Table you need.4. Locate the transmitter firmware, generally in C:\Program Files\GE Medical Systems\Apex and ApexPro Programming Box Software, or where the firmware was installed. 5. Click once on the .tbl file and select Open.6. Select OK.7. The transmitter’s settings will disappear temporarily from the Program ApexPro Transmitter window. When the settings reappear, verify that the I/Q Table Version matches the last three digits of the .tbl file name listed on the CD.NOTENOTENOTENOTEThe version has 4 digits and is stored inside the table itself. The version number may not correlate to the file name or to the firmware part number.8. Confirm that all Power-up Self Test Status messages indicate Passed. See “Appendix 1: ApexPro Troubleshooting” on page 76 if any failures occur.445A450A455ADraft
72 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro TransmitterVerify Correct OperationVerify the Transmitter’s Firmware Versions1. Disconnect the transmitter from the programming device and wait for the transmitter to reboot. (All the LED lights flash rapidly several times and then slowly two times.)2. Reconnect the transmitter to the programming device.3. When the transmitter’s settings reappear in the Program ApexPro Transmitter window, verify that the Code Version App: text string matches the .app file name listed on the data disk. Also verify that the Code Version Mfg: text string matches the .mfg file name listed. 4. Confirm that all Power-up Self Test Status messages indicate Passed. Call Technical Support (page 78) if any failures occur.Verify Transmitter Operation Complete the checkout procedures identified in the ApexPro Telemetry Transmitter Service Manual.Track the Software Upgrade (Field Engineer Use Only)For this upgrade, complete the following.1. Use the MDOC number found on the data disk as the tracking number in the PROACTIVE REPAIR# window of the Clarify case.2. Bill travel and labor only as authorized by Marketing - CIC/ApexPro using the MDOC number as the PO#.3. Fill out and fax the “Update Installation Verification Form” provided with this manual. (Please make additional copies as needed.)460ADraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 732001989-135ApexPro TransmitterPerform Advanced FunctionsSet Transmitter Feature LevelThree settings are available, with varying levels of software functions. Using a password obtained from the packing slip, you can enable these functions.Feature LevelsRequirements for Setting Features1. Verify the transmitter firmware is at version 2A or later.2. Verify you have the packing slip identifying the software feature password. The password is specific to each transmitter’s serial number. (To get the password, contact Technical Support. See page 78.) 3. Verify you have the items identified in the “Hardware Requirements for the Programming Device” on page 9.4. Verify the transmitter programming software is at version 2A or later: Under your PC’s Start menu, select Programs > Apex & ApexPro Tx Config > Readme.txt to identify the configuration software version, shown in the headings.Procedure for Setting Features1. Complete the procedure “Install the Programming Device” on page 9.2. Complete the procedure “Connect the Hardware” on page 11.3. Run the programming software. (See “Run the Apex & ApexPro Programming Box Software” on page 13.)4. Access the high-level technical functions of the software as described in “Access the Super User Mode” on page 79.5. Confirm the features available in the Optional Feature Status field, reference A in “Appendix 2: Access ApexPro Technical Functions” on page 79.6. To enable a feature, complete the following steps:Feature Level FunctionalityMulti-Lead ECG acquisition with fully-functional interface connector portsThe transmitter can be used with multiple leads and can be used with accessories that use the serial ports. This is the typical level.Single Lead ECG acquisition with fully-functional interface connector portsThe transmitter can only be used for single-lead acquisition but can be used with a number of accessories, including the programming device.Single Lead ECG acquisition with service-use only interface connector portsThe transmitter can only be used with a single lead and can not be used with any accessories except the programming device.Draft
74 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro Transmittera. Select the Change Features button.b. Click on the desired software level, then select OK. Note that if you downgrade, you will lose some features.c. Enter the password. (To get the password, contact Technical Support. See page 78.) Then select OK.7. The change is shown on the Program ApexPro Transmitter window. Check the Optional Feature Status field to verify that the features you selected were enabled.Verify Transmitter Operation Complete the checkout procedures identified in the ApexPro Telemetry Transmitter Service Manual.Update Labels and Dust Covers The screw cover labels and the dust covers are used to visually identify the software features of the transmitter. If the feature level is changed, the labels and the dust covers should be updated according to the table below. 520A530AFeature Transmitter AppearanceMulti-Lead ECG acquisition with fully-functional interface connector ports Grey-colored screw cover labelGrey-colored dust coversSingle Lead ECG acquisition with fully-functional interface connector ports Single Lead screw cover labelGrey-colored dust coversDust coversScrew cover labelsDraft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 752001989-135ApexPro TransmitterTrack the Software Upgrade (Field Engineer Use Only)For this upgrade, complete the following:1. Use the appropriate MDOC number in the table below as the tracking number in the PROACTIVE REPAIR# window of the Clarify case. 2. Bill travel and labor only as authorized by Marketing - CIC/ApexPro using the MDOC number as the PO#.3. Fill out and fax the “Update Installation Verification Form” provided with this manual. (Please make additional copies as needed.)Single Lead ECG acquisition with service-use only interface connector ports Blue-colored dust coversScrew cover label:Feature Transmitter Appearance535ANumber Software FeatureMDOC-640 APROT1-APROT1P UPGD APROTX UPG 1-ECG ONLY TO SERIAL PORTMDOC-641 APROT1-APROTX UPGD APROTX UPG 1-ECG TO MULTILEAD + PORTAPROT1P-APROTX UPGD APROTX UPG 1-ECG W/ PORT TO MULTI + PORTDraft
76 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro TransmitterApexPro AppendicesAppendix 1: ApexPro TroubleshootingLED Status ProblemsCondition Possible Cause Possible ActionsNo lights are blinking. Hardware is not connected properly. Check the hardware connections as described in “Connect the Hardware” on page 11.Software is not installed. Install the Apex & ApexPro Tx Config software as described in “Install the Programming Device” on page 9.Software is not running. Start the Apex & ApexPro Tx Config software as described in “Run the Apex & ApexPro Programming Box Software” on page 13.Batteries do not have enough power. Replace the batteries:1. Disconnect the transmitter from the programming device.2. Replace the transmitter batteries with two new AA alkaline batteries.3. Reconnect the transmitter to the programming device.One or both firmware files are corrupt. Follow the instructions in “Download File” on page 70.All lights blink rapidly several times and then slowly two times.Normal status when hardware has just been properly connected.No action needed.All lights blink on and off every second. Normal status when hardware is properly connected and the software is running.No action needed.RA LED light is blinking. You have chosen to “Download File” as on page 70 and need to download the .app file.Follow the instructions in “Erase & Download Application Code” on page 66.Transmitter is receiving a download of application firmware.No action needed.LA LED light is blinking. You have chosen to “Download File” as on page 70 and need to download the .mfg file.Follow the instructions in “Erase & Download Service Code” on page 67.Transmitter is receiving a download of service firmware. No action needed.Draft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 772001989-135ApexPro TransmitterProgramming ProblemsPower-Up Self-Test FailuresCondition Possible Cause Possible ActionsUnable to display or program the transmitter settings. Batteries do not have enough power or are dead. Replace the batteries:1. Disconnect the transmitter from the programming device.2. Replace the transmitter batteries.3. Reconnect the transmitter to the programming device.Message indicates No communication from the transmitter.Hardware is not connected properly. Check the hardware connections as described in “Connect the Hardware” on page 11.Incorrect COM port was selected. 1. Exit this window. (Reference F in “Program ApexPro Transmitter Window” on page 59.)2. Restart Apex & ApexPro Tx Config: In your PC’s Start menu, select Programs > GE Medical Systems > Apex & ApexPro Tx Config > Apex & ApexPro Tx Config. 3. In the Select Transmitter window, choose a different COM Port from what you selected before. Select OK.4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until a connection is established and the message area indicates Connected to the transmitter.5. If the transmitter still is not working after trying all of the COM ports, refer to other sections of this appendix.Condition Possible Cause Possible ActionsSynthesizer Lock Log indicates fail status. Transmitter has been unable to operate at programmed frequency.May be caused by temporary conditions. Check the “Synthesizer Lock” test below for current lock conditions.If the Synthesizer Lock test is currently passing:1. Clear the Synthesizer Lock Log (“Power-up Self-Tests” on page 64), under the Super User mode (“Appendix 2: Access ApexPro Technical Functions” on page 79.)2. Remove the transmitter from the programming box, and allow the transmitter to reboot.3. Reconnect the transmitter to the programming box.4. Check the Synthesizer Lock Log status. If the failure occurs again, contact Technical Support. (See page 78.)Synthesizer Lock indicates fail status. The transmitter is currently unable to operate at its programmed frequency.Try programming the transmitter to another frequency. If the failure still occurs, contact Technical Support. (See page 78.)EEPROM Checksum indicates fail status. The transmitter firmware is incorrect or corrupt. Cycle the power on the transmitter. If the failure still occurs, download new application and service firmware into the transmitter. (See “Erase & Download Application and Service Codes” on page 68.)Draft
78 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro TransmitterOther ProblemsReset the Transmitter Manually You can manually reset the transmitter, if:the Power-up Self-Test Status section of the Program ApexPro Transmitter window shows that the EEPROM Checksum test failedornone of the above processes corrects the problem you are experiencing.NOTENOTENOTENOTEYou need Super User authority, page 79, to complete this procedure.To manually reset the transmitter:1. Complete the procedure “Connect the Hardware” on page 11.2. Using the tip of a pen or other object with a small point, depress the Clear Transmitter Memory button on the side of the programming device and at the same time, turn off the transmitter and turn it back on by sliding the battery cover away from the battery compartment and then back. When reset, the RA LED will blink.3. Follow the process “Erase & Download Application and Service Codes” on page 68.Technical Support If the above information does not resolve your problem, call:Condition Possible Cause Possible ActionsUnexpected behavior. Message indicates No communication from the transmitter.Transmitter firmware is corrupt. Manually reset the transmitter and re-load the transmitter firmware. (See “Reset the Transmitter Manually” below.)Transmitter is not connected to the programming device and the LEDs keep flashing repeatedly.The transmitter is resetting: firmware is probably corrupted. Manually reset the transmitter and re-load the transmitter firmware. (See “Reset the Transmitter Manually” below.)U.S. and Canada 800-558-7044Other countries 561-575-5000Draft
Revision A - Draft 7 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions 792001989-135ApexPro TransmitterAppendix 2: Access ApexPro Technical FunctionsSeveral high-level technical functions are available by following the steps in “Access the Super User Mode” below. Technical functions are password-protected to prevent accidental use.Requirements You must have the items identified in “Hardware Requirements for the Programming Device” on page 9.You may have a software upgrade kit, PN 2007039-005, containing one software upgrade CD.Access the Super User Mode Start the software as in “Run the Apex & ApexPro Programming Box Software” on page 13 and then access the Super User mode of the software by following these steps:1. Select the Communication status button, reference L in “Program ApexPro Transmitter Window” on page 59 and reference C below.2. Type the password mms_aps.3. Select OK.4. The Program ApexPro Transmitter window will display additional features.605ACBADEDraft
80 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions Revision A - Draft 72001989-135ApexPro Transmitter5. To exit the Super User mode, select the Communication status button again.Appendix 3: ApexPro TTX Labels and FrequenciesTransmitters used with ApexPro systems require TTX labels that have this format:Frequencies available for ApexPro transmitters are in these ranges:600 MHz400 MHzTable 9. Program ApexPro Transmitter Technical Functions WindowRef DefinitionAOptional Features selectedBIQ Table versionCCommunication status buttonDDownload Functions availableEDiagnostic test resultsU.S. TV Channel Frequency (MHz) TTX# Range ApexPro V2 PN33 584.025 - 589.975 7561 - 7799 2009840-005 34 590.025 - 595.975 7801 - 8039 2009840-006 35 596.025 - 601.975 8041 - 8279 2009840-007 36 602.025 - 607.975 8281 - 8519 2009840-008 37 608.025 - 613.975 8521 - 8759 2009840-009Frequency (MHz) TTX# Range ApexPro V2 PN420.000 - 425.950 1000-1238 2009841-001425.975 - 431.925 1239-1477 2009841-002431.950 - 437.900 1478-1716 2009841-003437.925 - 443.875 1717-1955 2009841-004443.900 - 449.850 1956-2194 2009841-005449.875 - 455.825 2195-2433 2009841-006455.850 - 460.000 2434-2600 2009841-007XXXXAP (XXXX)TTX Draft
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