CONNECTIVITY PACK IV
Annex to m-PIMA™ Analyser User Guide UG-m-PIMA-01
EN
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2
3 Sending Results from Archive 3
4 Configuration 4
5 Technical Support & Error Messages 5
USER GUIDE 3
Connectivity Pack IV
Connectivity Pack IV is recommended for use with the m-PIMA™ Analyser
providing a wireless connectivity solution.
Connectivity Pack IV is distributed by:
Abbott Rapid Diagnostics Jena GmbH
Orlaweg 1
D-07743 Jena, Germany
www.abbott.com/poct
Connectivity Pack IV (Samba-3G-G-IV)
FALCOM GmbH
now Lantronix at www.lantronix.com
For technical information about Samba-3G-G-IV please contact the Falcom
Support Team at
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
6 1 INTRODUCTION
6 Scope of Delivery
7 Status LED
7 Prerequisites for the use of Connectivity Pack IV
8 Connectivity Pack IV Specifications
9 Safety Warnings
10 2 GETTING STARTED
10 Setting up the Mobile Network Connection
10 Inserting a SIM card into Connectivity Pack IV
11 Connectivity Check
13 Connectivity Check Parameters
14 3 SENDING RESULTS FROM ARCHIVE
16 4 CONFIGURATION
16 Manual Settings
16 Import Settings
18 5 ERROR MESSAGES & TECHNICAL SUPPORT
18 Error Screens
19 Error Messages
21 Technical Support
22 Index of Symbols
USER GUIDE 5
1 INTRODUCTION
Connectivity Pack IV enables sending of result data from the archive of the m-
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PIMA™ Analyser to a defined remote server using a mobile network modem
connected to an m-PIMA™ Analyser via USB port.
Scope of Delivery
Connectivity Pack IV (catalogue no. 260400059) includes
1x Samba-3G-G-IV
1x USB extension cord
SIM card reader
USB connector
Status LEDs
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Status LED 1
The Status LEDs indicate various operating states of the mobile modem.
The different operating states are described in the table below.
Operating State LED mode
Modem off All LED off
Modem Startup Red LED on
Network initialization Red LED Flashing
Modem Connected Blue LED Flashing
Data Transmission Green LED Flashing
Modem Failure All LED Blinking/Flashing
Prerequisites for the Use of Connectivity Pack IV
Connectivity requires a SIM card with an active account from a local network
provider. To use Connectivity Pack IV an m-PIMA™ Analyser operating
software version 0.26.1 or higher is required.
SIM cards are not within the scope of delivery for these products.
A designated remote server needs to be available to receive the data sent
by the m-PIMA™ Analyser. The m-PIMA™ Analyser has to be specifically
configured to allow data transmission to the remote server.
m-PIMA™ Analyser configuration needs to be performed by or in
collaboration with the remote service provider (please refer to section 4 of
this guide for further information).
Note: Unless specified in a separate agreement Abbott is neither responsible
for set up and operation of the remote server nor for further processing
and use of transmitted data.
Do not use other mobile network modems with the m-PIMA™ Analyser.
The responsibility for validation of other modems lies with the user and
Abbott does not accept responsibility for the correctness of transmitted
data.
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1 Connectivity Pack IV Specifications
Data are reproduced from the original User Manual from the respective legal
manufacturer. For more information please refer to page 4 of this document.
Overall dimensions 89 x 38 x 13.7
(excluding connectors)
Weight 35 g
Operating temperature -40 °C - 85 °C
Power Supply 5 V USB host powered
Antenna internal
Note: Connectivity Pack IV is powered by the m-PIMA™ Analyser and might
therefore impact on the charging state of the analyzer when running
on battery.
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Safety Warnings 1
Connectivity Pack IV utilize the GSM standard for cellular technology.
GSM is an internationally established standard for radio communication.
The modems are actually low power radio transmitters and receivers, similar to
GSM cellular phones. Most electronic equipment, for example in hospitals and
motor vehicles is shielded from radio frequency energy. However, radio waves
may affect some malfunctioning or improperly shielded electronic equipment.
Please consider special local or country specific safety standards, and where
applicable, the relevant wiring rules.
IMPORTANT for the efficient and safe operation of Connectivity Pack IV in
combination with the m-PIMA™ Analyser, READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE
USE!
Turn OFF Connectivity Pack IV in health care facilities should any regulations
posted in the area instruct you to do so.
Always ensure that the use of mobile modems is permitted. The modem
may present a hazard if used in proximity to personal medical electronic
devices (e.g. hearing aids or pacemakers), at hospitals, airports, planes,
gas stations, refueling points, blasting areas or in any other environment
where explosives may be present.
Install the modems at least 20 cm away from any part of the human body.
Before using the modems in your vehicle, check with the vehicle
manufacturer’s representative to determine if any on board electronic
equipment is adequately shielded from radio signals.
Operating the modem close to other electronic devices, such as antennas,
television sets and radios may cause electromagnetic interference.
Never try to dismantle Connectivity Pack IV or its components. Any attempt
will invalidate the warranty and can harm the user.
Do not use any other than the provided cords.
Use Connectivity Pack IV in combination with the m-PIMA™ Analyser only
indoors when connected to A/C power. When used outdoors disconnect
from mains and avoid direct contact with liquids of any kind.
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2 GETTING STARTED
Setting up the Mobile Network Connection
Note: In order to set up a network connection between the m-PIMA™ Analyser
and a remote server the analyzer needs to be configured.
Please see section 4 for further details.
Two simple steps are required to establish network connection:
2 1) inserting a SIM card with an active account from a mobile network
provider into the modem and
2) connect the modem to the configured m-PIMA™ Analyser.
Inserting a SIM card into Connectivity Pack IV
Insert the SIM card into the corresponding SIM card reader of the modem and
slide it forward until it stops. The beveled corner of the SIM card has to be on
the left side of the SIM card reader and the golden contact area is facing
downwards (1). Make sure that the SIM card sits firmly in the SIM card reader
slot. Push it forward until the spring mechanism is engaged (2). To remove
the SIM card, press the upper edge of the card downwards to release spring
mechanism. See also figures below.
1 2
Never insert or remove the SIM card when the device is under power. This could
lead to problems during the next log-in attempt and may damage SIM card and
modem.
Connect the modem with the provided USB extension cord and plug it in one of
the USB ports of the m-PIMA™ Analyser.
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Connectivity Check
The proper function of the mobile network connection through Connectivity
Pack IV can be tested as follows:
• Connect the modem to one of the 2018-03-23 14:51
USB ports at the back of the m-PIMA™ HOME
Analyser.
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RUN TEST ARCHIVE
• Select «SETTINGS» from the «HOME»
screen.
SETTINGS DEVICE
POWER OFF
• A list of options will open.
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Operator List
Date and Time
Language
Advanced Settings
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• Then select «Connectivity». 2018-03-23
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Connectivity
Calibrate Screen
Test Mode
Signal Tone
• Finally initiate «Connectivity Check» . 2018-03-23
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Connectivity Check
Mobile Network
Manual Settings
Note: The «Connectivity Check» option will
Import Settings
remain inactive until you connect the
modem to the m-PIMA™ Analyser.
Depending on the initialization status
of the process a connectivity check may
take up to 2 minutes.
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Connectivity Check Parameters
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indicates the signal quality of the mobile CONNECTIVITY CHECK
Signal strength
network. The modem has to be placed in a way
Network
that provides sufficient GSM signal quality.
Ensure network coverage at the location you GPRS
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intend to use the modem. Degradation in Remote server
signal quality can be the result of a disturbance in progress
from another source, for example an electronic
device in the immediate vicinity.
For fast and reliable data transmission signal
quality should be stably above 30 %.
Repositioning of the modem and/or m-PIMA™
Analyser may improve signal quality.
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reports the name of the mobile network CONNECTIVITY CHECK
Signal strength %
provider the modem is currently registered
Network Carrier Name
with. If the roaming option is enabled the
displayed provider name may differ from the GPRS available
original SIM card provider. Remote server available
GPRS
indicates if the data connection is available. Successfully connected.
Remote server
indicates if the remote server is available.
Bottom line
shows a summary of the connectivity check.
After successful completion of the connectivity check «Successfully connected»
will be displayed on the bottom of the screen.
If a network connection could not be established an error message will be
displayed (please refer to section 5).
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3 SENDING RESULTS FROM ARCHIVE
To send results connect the Connectivity Pack IV to one USB port of the
m-PIMA™ Analyser.
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HOME
• Select «ARCHIVE» on the «HOME»
screen.
RUN TEST ARCHIVE
SETTINGS DEVICE
POWER OFF
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• Either select a single or multiple
3 ARCHIVE
results, or choose «SELECT ALL» from # Date Sample ID View
the Action Menu to highlight all 107 2019-11-06 06-11-2019-ABC
results in the list. 106 2019-11-06 123456789-ABD-576123
Then select «EXPORT» from the 105 2019-11-05 12345-ABG-123
Action Menu.
SELECT ALL
PRINT
EXPORT
DELETE
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• Select «Mobile Network» to send EXPORT MENU
Storage Device
results to the remote service and
confirm with i. Mobile Network
Local Network
Note: The Export Menu will remain inactive
until you connect the respective export
hardware to the m-PIMA™ Analyser.
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Data export can be aborted at any time this 2018-03-23 15:33
ARCHIVE
screen is shown.
Exporting
• Press c and confirm with y to
abort data transfer. After a couple of
seconds the «Export Menu» screen
will open again. in progress
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the following screen.
Confirm with i to go back to the Export completed.
result list.
USER GUIDE 15
4 CONFIGURATION
Every m-PIMA™ Analyser needs to be specifically configured in order to
communicate with the remote server.
Configuration needs to be performed by or in collaboration with the remote
service provider.
Manual Settings
The option «Manual Settings» must only be used on advice by Technical
Support or in collaboration with the FTP service provider.
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Note: Any unauthorized change of connectivity CONNECTIVITY
Connectivity Check
features will cause potential malfunction
of the modem and may invalid warranty Manual Settings
claims. Import Settings
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Import Settings
If your m-PIMA™ Analyser was delivered without pre-configured connectivity
settings, configuration can be done via importing a configuration file using a
USB storage device. The configuration file needs to be provided by your local
distributor or the remote service provider.
For data import connect the USB storage device containing the configuration
file to one of the m-PIMA™ Analyser USB ports.
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CONNECTIVITY
screen followed by «Advanced settings», Connectivity Check
«Connectivity» and «Import Settings».
Manual Settings
Import Settings
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• Select the respective configuration file IMPORT SETTINGS
example1.xml
and confirm with i.
The successful import of the configuration file is indicated by a
respective message screen.
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5 ERROR MESSAGES & TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Error Screens
The following error screens may appear during data transfer or uploading of the
configuration file.
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following screen, sending will be aborted
automatically.
Check if the modem is properly connected to
an m-PIMA™ Analyser USB port. EXPORT FAILED
Repeat data export.
If the problem persists, please perform a
connectivity check for a more detailed error
description (please refer to page 11).
The following screen appears if file import has
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ERROR
failed (mainly caused by an invalid
configuration file).
Restore configuration file on the USB storage
device and try again. IMPORT FAILED.
If this error persists contact your local distri-
buter to request a valid configuration file and
repeat import (please refer to section 4).
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Error Messages
When carrying out a connectivity check the m-PIMA™ Analyser performs a series
of checks to ensure that all steps of the process are completed successfully.
Should one of these checks discover an error, one of the following error
messages may appear in the bottom line of the «Connectivity Check» screen.
Please follow the suggested action to resolve the problem.
Error Message Action
Check if Connectivity Pack IV is properly
connected to an m-PIMA™ Analyser USB port.
Check if the green LED is blinking.
Connection to modem
Disconnect modem for at least 5 seconds,
failed.
then reconnect to m-PIMA™ Analyser.
If problem persists, contact your local distributor
or your regional Technical Support.
Insert correct SIM card.
Insert valid SIM card. If problem persists contact your local
distributor.
Configure PIN. For valid PIN contact your local distributor.
Check if SIM card matches m-PIMA™ Analyser
connectivity configuration or contact your local
distributor to request a valid PIN.
Wrong PIN.
After changing the PIN disconnect modem for
at least 5 seconds, then reconnect to
m-PIMA™ Analyser.
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SIM card locked. Contact your local distributor.
Check signal quality (see details about
connectivity check on page 11).
No network found. Repeat sending from a different position.
If problem persists contact your local
distributor.
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Error Message Action
Roaming not enabled. Contact your local distributor to enable roaming.
Contact your local distributor to request access
Configure access point.
point settings.
Connection to access point Contact your local distributor to confirm access
failed. point settings.
Contact your local distributor to request sever
Configure server settings.
settings.
Repeat sending.
Connection to server failed. If problem persists contact your local
distributor to confirm server settings.
Repeat sending.
If the problem persists contact your local
Login to server failed.
distributor or the remote service provider to
confirm server settings.
Check if Connectivity Pack IV is properly
connected to an m-PIMA™ Analyser USB port.
Check if green LED is blinking.
Unspecified error. Disconnect modem for at least 5 seconds,
then reconnect to the m-PIMA™ Analyser.
If problem persists contact your local
distributor or your regional Technical Support.
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Technical Support
For Technical Support please contact your local distributor or call the
respective number for your region:
Europe
+44 161 483 5884 [email protected]
Russia & CIS
+57 2 6618916
Latin America [email protected]
+57 2 6618797
USER GUIDE 21
Index of Symbols
CE Mark
Manufacturer
Attention symbol.
Indicates special problems or important information.
Read the accompanying text carefully.
This product must be recycled or discarded according to applicable
local and national regulations.
Consult instructions for use
Catalogue number
To keep dry
LOT number
IMEI IMEI number
S/N Serial number
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RoHS Restriction of Hazardous Substances
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Abbott Rapid Diagnostics Jena GmbH
Orlaweg 1
D-07743 Jena, Germany
www.abbott.com/poct
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