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Disclaimer LifeScan reserves the right to change its products and services at any time to incorporate the latest technological developments. This guide is subject to change without notice.
Trademarks OneTouch, DataLink, SureStepFlexx, and SureStepPro are registered trademarks of LifeScan, Inc.
MeterLink is a trademark of LifeScan, Inc.
Lantronix is a registered trademark of Lantronix.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
InstallAnywhere is a registered trademark of Zero G Software, Inc.
- DataLink® Connection Overview 1
- DataLink Sync Configuration 4
- Modem-to-Modem Configuration 9
- Serial Server/Client-to-Ethernet Configuration 10
- Serial Server/Client-to-Ethernet Configuration Using Modems 11
- Terminal Server-to-Ethernet Configuration Using Multiple Receiving Modems 13
- Connecting to the Workstation 14
- Wireless Communication 16
- Establishing Connectivity Using MeterLink™ Software 20
- Transferring Data 26
- Troubleshooting 31
- Specifications 36
- Glossary 38
- Index 42
- Table of Contents
  - DataLink® Connection Overview
    - Figure 1 Connectivity configurations
Direct Connection
- Requirements for Direct Connection
Modem Configuration
- Requirements for Modem Configuration
Network Configuration
- Requirements for Network Configuration
- Additional Requirements for DataLink Sync Configuration
- Additional Requirements for Network Device Configuration
Using This Guide
- DataLink Sync Configuration
Installing DataLink Sync Software on a PC Server
- 1 Install DataLink Sync on the workstation. Follow the instructions provided with the DataLink Sync Installation CD.
- 2 From the PC where you wish to install DataLink Sync software, use the Search/ Find feature to search for the DataLink workstation computer on the network.
- 3 Enter the name of the DataLink workstation. The default name should be LFS_DATALINK or LFS-DATALINK.
- 4 Locate and open the DataLink Sync directory on the C drive.
- 5 Double-click install.htm.
- 6 Click Start Installer for Windows.
- 7 Click Next in the Introduction window.
- 8 Click Install to install DataLink Sync software in the default directory (C:/Program Files/LifeScan/DataLink Sync). Or, if you wish to install the program in another location, click Choose and select a new directory.
- 9 Click Done in the Install Complete window.
- 10 Close the browser window.
Connecting a DataLink Connection Module to the PC Server
Using DataLink Sync Software
- Configuring DataLink Sync Software
  - 1 Click OK.
  - 2 Refer to the descriptions for each Properties tab field listed in the table below.
- DataLink Sync Software Main Screen
  - Figure 2 DataLink Sync software main screen showing active connection with the workstation
- Transferring Data Using DataLink Sync
  - 1 Place the meter in the connection module. Or, connect the SureStepFlexx meter to the PC using a serial cable.
- Modem-to-Modem Configuration
Connecting a DataLink Connection Module to a Sending Modem
- 1 Connect the 3-pin plug of the connection module power cord to the receptacle on the AC adapter. Then, plug the AC adapter into an AC power outlet.
- 2 Set the switches on the back of the modem as follows:
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Connecting a DataLink Connection Module to a Serial Server/Client
- 1 Connect the 3-pin plug of the connection module power cord to the receptacle on the AC adapter. Then, plug the AC adapter into an AC power outlet.
- 2 Connect a phone cable between the connection module and the serial server connector. Then, connect the serial server connector...
- 3 Connect the power cord from the serial server/client to an AC power outlet.
- 4 Connect the network patch cable from the serial server/client to the network jack or hub.
  - Figure 4 Serial server/client-to-connection module connection
- Serial Server/Client-to-Ethernet Configuration Using Modems
Connecting a Receiving Modem to a Serial Server/Client
- 1 Set the switches on the back of the modem as follows:
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Connecting a Receiving Modem to a Terminal Server
- 1 Set the switches on the back of the modem as follows:
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Connecting a DataLink Connection Module to the Workstation
- 1 Connect the 3-pin plug of the connection module power cord to the receptacle on the AC adapter. Then, plug the AC adapter into an AC power outlet. If you’re connecting a SureStepFlexx meter to the workstation using a serial cable, skip this step.
- 2 Connect a phone cable from the connection module to the serial port connector. Then, connect the serial port connector to the ...
- 3 If applicable, connect the network patch cable from the workstation to the network jack.
- 4 Turn on the workstation.
  - Figure 7 Connection module-to-workstation connection
Connecting a Receiving Modem to the Workstation
- 1 Set the switches on the back of the modem as follows:
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Setting Up the Wireless Unit
- 1 Connect a phone cable to the serial port connector. Then, connect the serial port connector to the workstation’s serial port.
- 2 Open a HyperTerminal session in Windows.
- 3 Click Restore Defaults on the Port Settings screen. The COM properties for the port should be:
- 4 Connect the charger to the wireless unit. Then, plug the charger into an AC power outlet.
- 5 While holding down the x key on the keyboard, connect the other end of the phone cable (from step 1) to the Setup jack on the side of the wireless unit.
- 6 Press Enter when prompted.
  - Figure 9 Setting up the OneTouch DataLink Wireless unit
- Configuring Network Parameters and Channel Settings
  - 1 From the Change Setup menu, select option 0 and press Enter.
  - 2 Continue with the appropriate instructions below depending on whether you are using static IP addresses or DHCP.
- For a Static IP
- For DHCP
Charging the Wireless Unit
- 1 Plug the charging adapter into the charger receptacle on the front of the wireless unit.
- 2 Plug the other end of the charging adapter into an AC power outlet.
- 3 Unplug the charging adapter from the wireless unit.
Cleaning the Wireless Unit
- 1 Clean the exterior of the unit using a cloth moistened with a 10% bleach solution. Follow with a cloth moistened with water to remove residual bleach.
- 2 Dry the unit thoroughly.
- Establishing Connectivity Using MeterLink™ Software
MeterLink Application Window
- Connection List
  - Figure 10 MeterLink software window
- Event List
- Tool Bar
- Administrator/Viewer Access Mode
  - 1 Select Administrator Access from the File menu.
  - 2 Enter the password in the access dialog box.
Establishing a Connection with a Serial Server, Terminal Server, or Serial Client
- 1 Select Add Network Device Connection from the Connections menu.
- 2 Enter information in each field:
- 3 Click OK.
Establishing a Connection with a PC Server/Client
- 1 Select Add PC Server/Client Connection from the Connections menu.
- 2 Enter information in each field:
- 3 Select PC Server for DataLink Sync.
- 4 Click OK to establish the connection.
Establishing a Connection with the Workstation Serial Port
- 1 Select Add Serial Port Connection from the Connections menu.
- 2 Enter up to 20 characters in the Connection name field to identify the connection.
- 3 Select the workstation COM port where the connection will be established.
- 4 Click OK to establish the connection.
- Transferring Data
SureStepPro Bedside Unit
- 1 Turn on the bedside unit and press Cont at the Status screen.
- 2 Select Transfer Data from the Main Menu.
- 3 Place the bedside unit in the connection module.
- 4 Remove the bedside unit from the connection module cradle and press Cont.
SureStepFlexx Meter
- Using a Connection Module
  - 1 Place the meter into the connection module cradle.
  - 2 Remove the meter from the connection module cradle and press Cont.
- Using a Serial Cable
  - 1 Connect the serial cable (either the DataLink serial cable or the cable in the cradle) to the meter.
  - 2 Unplug the serial cable from the meter and press Cont.
- Using a Wireless Unit
  - 1 Perform a glucose test.
  - 2 Following data transfer:
- Troubleshooting
MeterLink Event Errors
Meter Error Messages
Wireless Unit LED Error Conditions
Ethernet Connection from the PC Server
Ethernet Connection from the Meter Location
Ethernet Connection from the Workstation
- Specifications
Connection Module
Wireless Unit
- Glossary
- A
  - adding
- C
- D
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  - Ethernet network 1
- I
  - installing
- M
- N
  - network configuration 2
- P
  - PC server
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- T
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- Index

Ethernet Connection from the Meter Location

If you are not able to successfully transfer data between the meter and the workstation, and

you have established that all network connections and settings are valid, proceed through

the following flow chart to eliminate any problems with hardware or hardware

connections.

Problem Cause Solution

Cannot transfer data

over a network, from

the meter to the

workstation

1. Meter battery power is low. 1. Check the meter battery status to ensure adequate power.

The meter’s battery power may be too low to operate the

barcode scanner. If this happens the Scan button does not

appear on the data entry screens. Replace the batteries if

necessary.

If you are using a SureStepPro bedside unit with a

connection module, turn on the bedside unit and select

Transfer Data from the Main Menu before placing the unit

in the connection module.

2. Meter has a old version

software.

2. Upgrade meter software.

3. MeterLink is not open and

running at the workstation.

3. Call the lab to see if MeterLink is running. Ensure the list

of connections is correct.

4. Loose hardware or power

connection.

4. Check the connection module and serial or terminal

server connections and power plugs. If using a wireless

unit, ensure serial cable is securely connected between

meter and wireless unit. Ensure all connections are

secure.

5. Problem with meter. 5. Try another meter in the connection module or tote (if

using a wireless unit). If it works, there may be a problem

with the meter. Contact LifeScan’s Healthcare Professional

Line at 1 800 524-7226.

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