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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.
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- 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
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  - Ethernet network 1
- I
  - installing
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  - network configuration 2
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  - PC server
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- Index

Because there are numerous configuration possibilities and each network is unique,

LifeScan recommends you consult with a LifeScan representative for an assessment of your

institution’s connectivity capabilities and needs.

■ NOTE: Consult with your network administrator prior to installing any devices on the

network.

Direct Connection

You may connect either the SureStepPro or the SureStepFlexx meter directly to the

workstation using a connection module. If you are using a SureStepFlexx meter, you can

connect to the workstation using the DataLink serial cable.

Requirements for Direct Connection

• DataLink system software, version 3.2 or later

• MeterLink software, version 3.0 or later

• DataLink serial cable (for SureStepFlexx meter only); or connection module, serial port

connector, and phone cable

Modem Configuration

Data from the meter can be transferred from a sending modem through standard analog

phone lines to a receiving modem. To utilize an existing network, receiving modems can

be connected to a network device, which connects to the network through an Ethernet

connection. See “Network Configuration” below.

Requirements for Modem Configuration

• DataLink system software, version 3.2 or later

• MeterLink software, version 3.0 or later

• DataLink connection module and/or cradle

• Modems

• Analog phone lines

• Serial modem cable (for receiving modem/workstation connection)

• Modem connector and phone cable (for sending modem/connection module connection)

Network Configuration

There are several configuration options available if you have an existing network. By using

a standard personal computer (PC) connected to a network and running DataLink Sync

software, you can transfer data from a meter to the workstation through the PC. You may

also use a serial server or serial client to connect a meter to the workstation through the

network. The serial server/client links the meter or a sending modem to the network. If

you are using modems with a network configuration, you can connect one receiving

modem to a serial server/client and up to eight receiving modems to one terminal server. If

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