Users Manual Part 2
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4 Setting Up Your Omnipod5 Application
Omnipod 5 App. You can nd a list of compatible smartphones at omnipod.com/
compatibility.
If you choose to use the Omnipod 5 App on your smartphone, you will need to
sign into the Insulet-provided Controller rst to conrm that your healthcare
provider has prescribed the use of the Omnipod 5 System. Aer signing into the
Controller and conrming prescription and training requirements, you will be
able to sign into the Omnipod 5 App on your smartphone and continue setting up
the Omnipod 5 System.
Settings and history are stored on the device (Omnipod 5 Controller or
smartphone) that you choose.
Note: Once you have signed into the Controller with your Omnipod ID, you will
not be able to sign in using a dierent Omnipod ID. For example, when resetting
a Controller, you will need to use the original Omnipod ID to sign in again and
begin setting up your device.
4.4. General Settings on Insulet-provided Controller
Warning: DO NOT start to use your system or change your settings without
adequate training and guidance from your healthcare provider. Initiating and
adjusting settings incorrectly can result in over-delivery or under-delivery of
insulin, which could lead to hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia. Settings that
impact insulin delivery mainly include: Pod Shut-O, basal rate(s), Max
Basal Rate, Max Bolus, Correction Factor(s), Insulin to Carb (IC) Ratio(s),
Minimum Glucose for Calculations, Target Glucose and Correct Above, and
Duration of Insulin Action.
Note: Tapping the back arrow on the screen returns you to the previous screen.
However, tapping the CANCEL button in any of these setup steps takes you to the
rst screen of each section and erases any entries in that section. A pop-up screen
warns you that you could lose these entries.
Turning On and Signing in to Your Controller
Caution: Connect ONLY to trusted Wi-Fi networks with your Controller or
smartphone. AVOID connecting to public Wi-Fi networks, such as those found
in airports, coee shops, etc, as these networks are not secure and could result
in exposing your Controller or phone to malware. DO NOT connect to public
Wi-Fi networks during rst-time setup of your Omnipod 5 System.
1. Press and hold the Power button on the right side until the device
manufacturer logo appears.