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 Systems

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APEX, ApexPro and ApexPro CH

Transmitter Programming Instructions

Software Version 2

2001989-135 Revision A - Draft 7

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T-2 APEX‚ and ApexPro‘ Transmitter Programming InstructionsRevision A - Draft 7

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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.

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Contents

1Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Standards Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Illustrations and Names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Document Revision History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Install the Programming Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Hardware Requirements for the Programming Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Install the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Remove the Previous Version of Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Run the Installation Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connect the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Disconnect the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Run the Apex & ApexPro Programming Box Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Start the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Select the Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Select a Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Generate Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Excel Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Log Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Apex and ApexPro Transmitter Programming Instructions Manual . . . . . . . . 18

Flyover Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

About the Apex Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Program Other Transmitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

2Apex Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Program the Transmitter’s Basic Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

The Main Programming Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Message Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

TTX Number and Frequency Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Band Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Reference Lead Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

For 5- or 6-Lead Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

For 3-Lead Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Alarm Pause Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Firmware Code Revision Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Exit Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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Perform Advanced Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Perform Advanced Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Communication Status Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Set Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Change Alarm Pause Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Monitor the Status of Transmitter Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Apex Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Appendix 1: Apex Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

LED Status Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Programming Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Test Status Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Appendix 2: Access Apex Technical Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Access the Super User Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Appendix 3: Apex TTX Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

3ApexPro CH Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Program the Transmitter’s Basic Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

The Main Programming Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

TTX Number and Frequency Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

For 5- or 6-Lead Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

For 3-Lead Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Alarm Pause Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Filter Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Exit Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

View Transmitter Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

View Test Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Power-up Self Test Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Diagnostic Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Code Version Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Communication Status Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Update Transmitter Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Update Firmware Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Firmware Download . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Erase & Download Application Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Erase & Download Service Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Verify the Transmitter’s Firmware Code Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Verify Transmitter Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Track the Software Upgrade (Field Engineer Use Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

ApexPro CH Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

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Appendix 1: ApexPro CH Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

LED Status Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Programming Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Power-Up Self-Test Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Other Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Reset the Transmitter Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Appendix 2: Access ApexPro CH Technical Functions (Super User) . . . . . . . . . . 52

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Access Super User Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Test Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Modulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Download EEPROM Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

4ApexPro Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Program the Transmitter’s Basic Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

The Main Programming Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Message Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

TTX Number and Frequency Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Reference Lead Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

For 5- or 6-Lead Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

For 3-Lead Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Alarm Pause Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Filter Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Exit Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

View Transmitter Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

View Firmware Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Communication Status Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Code Version Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

IQ Table Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

View Test Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Power-up Self-Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Diagnostic Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Update Transmitter Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Update Firmware Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Firmware Download Decisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Erase & Download Application Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Erase & Download Service Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Erase & Download Application and Service Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Download File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Change the IQ Table Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Verify Correct Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Verify the Transmitter’s Firmware Versions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

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Verify Transmitter Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Track the Software Upgrade (Field Engineer Use Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Perform Advanced Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Set Transmitter Feature Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Feature Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Requirements for Setting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Procedure for Setting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Verify Transmitter Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Update Labels and Dust Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Track the Software Upgrade (Field Engineer Use Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

ApexPro Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Appendix 1: ApexPro Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

LED Status Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Programming Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Power-Up Self-Test Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Other Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Reset the Transmitter Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Appendix 2: Access ApexPro Technical Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Access the Super User Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Appendix 3: ApexPro TTX Labels and Frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

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Introduction

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Introduction

Overview

The 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 Manual

Definitions 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 History

Each 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 Comments

A 04 August 2003 Initial release of this document for software version 2A.

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Introduction

Install the Programming Device

Hardware 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.)

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

MAY work on the following operating systems, but is not supported:

Windows 98

Windows XP

(Installer must have administrator rights to the PC on which the

system is being installed.)

Windows 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.

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NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

To order other TTX number or channel labels or if items are missing

from your kit, contact Technical Support. (See page 78.)

Install the Software

Remove the Previous Version of Software

You 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 421733-003

1 Transmitter programming device

1 9-pin, 6-ft. RS232 serial cable

1USB-to-serial cable

1 Software CD for configuration and transmitter

1 Channel 37 TTX number label set

1 APEX, ApexPro, and ApexPro CH Transmitter Programming Instructions

QTY Programming Kit (Japan)

PN 421733-004

1 Transmitter programming device

1 9-pin, 6-ft. RS232 serial cable

1USB-to-serial cable

1 Software CD for configuration and transmitter

1 ApexPro channel label set

1 ApexPro TTX number label set

1 PT Series TTX ID label set

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Run the Installation Wizard

1. 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 Hardware

1. 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.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

If 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.

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4. 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 Hardware

The 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.

ApexPro

Apex

ApexPro and ApexPro CH

Programming Device

010A

Transmitter’s interface port

Battery cover (on end)

ApexPro and

ApexPro CH

Apex

Transmitter

Programming Device

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Transmitter’s

interface port

Battery

cover

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Run the Apex & ApexPro Programming Box Software

Start the Software

1. 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 Transmitter

Select 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 Transmitter

Ref Definition

AType of transmitter to be used

BCOM port on the computer to which the programming box cable is connected

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Select a Hospital

In 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 window

Ref Definition

AList of hospitals

BSpecific hospital name and location, with Save and Delete buttons

COption for displaying the Excel Transmitter report, with Browse button for changing the

location of the report

DOption to view the Transmitter Report (Ref. C above) when exiting the Programming Box

application, with Browse button for changing the location of the report

EOK button to process the Select Hospital data

FCancel button to exit the application

GFile to be used to save data for the hospital(s) and transmitters (See step 7 below.)

A B

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6. 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 Reports

Excel 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

Errors

This 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.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

To 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.

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This 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 window

Ref Definition

AStart Channel: Select the lowest channel to be used for analysis of the system

BEnd Channel: Select the highest channel to be used for analysis of the system

CList 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.

120A

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8. 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 ID

You 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 window

Ref Definition

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Getting Help

Apex and ApexPro Transmitter Programming Instructions Manual

You 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.

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Program Other Transmitters

You 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.

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Program the Transmitter’s Basic Functions

The Main Programming Window

The Program Apex Transmitter window displays various configuration

settings for the transmitter. These are described in the sections below.

Message Area

This area is used by the software for general status messages, operator

instructions and error messages.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

If a message indicates No communication from the transmitter, refer to

“Programming Problems” on page 29.

TTX Number and Frequency Settings

The current TTX number which the transmitter is to use and the associated

frequency settings are displayed.

A G

B C E

705A

Table 4. Program Apex Transmitter Window

Ref Definition

AMessage area for the programming application

BTTX number and frequency settings

CBand selection

DReference lead setting

ESerial number of the transmitter

FAlarm pause time

GExit program button

HCommunication status button

ICode version number

JTest status results

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To 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.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

Select 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 Setting

The 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 b

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To 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 Setting

For 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.

805A

Select this

reference lead... to view this

waveform at the CIC

LL (left leg) Lead I

LA (left arm) Lead II

RA (right arm) Lead III

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To 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.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

Activation 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 Number

This is a display of the version number of the transmitter’s firmware.

Exit Button

When 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.

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Perform Advanced Functions

Perform Advanced Programming

Communication 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:

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E5JD0091GP MILWAUKEE, WI USA

Serial number on transmitter

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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 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 Tests

Transmitter 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.

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Apex Appendices

Appendix 1: Apex Troubleshooting

LED Status Problems

Programming Problems

Condition Possible Cause Possible Actions

No 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 Actions

Unable 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.

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Test Status Failures

Technical Support If the above information does not resolve your problem, call:

Condition Possible Cause Possible Actions

EEPROM 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 800-558-7044

Other countries 561-575-5000

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Appendix 2: Access Apex Technical Functions

Several 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.

710A

A B

Table 5. Program Apex Transmitter Technical Functions Window

Ref Definition

ASerial number

BAlarm pause time

CCommunication status button

DCode version number

ETest Status results

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Appendix 3: Apex TTX Labels

Transmitters used with Apex systems require TTX labels that have this

format:

XXX

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Program the Transmitter’s Basic Functions

The Main Programming Window

The 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 Window

Ref Definition

AMessage area for the programming application

BTTX number and frequency settings

CReference lead setting

DAlarm pause setting

EFilter setting

FExit program button

GPower-up self-test status results

HSerial number of the transmitter

ICode part/version numbers

JCommunication status button

A F

JIHG

B C D E

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Message Area

This area is used by the software for general status messages, operator

instructions and error messages.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

If a message indicates No communication from the transmitter, refer to

“Programming Problems” on page 50.

TTX Number and Frequency Settings

The 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.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

Select 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.)

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Reference Lead Setting

For 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 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.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

Activation 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 CIC

Lead I LL (left leg)

Lead II LA (left arm)

Lead III RA (right arm)

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To 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 Setting

The 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 Button

When 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.

Help

At 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.

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View Transmitter Diagnostics

View Test Results

Power-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.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

The 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.

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Diagnostic 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.

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View Firmware Codes

Serial 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.

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Update Transmitter Firmware

Update Firmware Code

Occasionally 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 Code

1. 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.)

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3. Select the Download EEPROM Code button. The message shown below

will display.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

If 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.

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6. 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

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return 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 45

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 Code

1. 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.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

If 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.

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5. 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.

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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 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 42

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.

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Verify Correct Operation

Verify the Transmitter’s Firmware Code Version

The 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.)

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ApexPro CH Appendices

Appendix 1: ApexPro CH Troubleshooting

LED Status Problems

Condition Possible Cause Possible Actions

No 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.

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Programming Problems

Power-Up Self-Test Failures

Condition Possible Cause Possible Actions

Unable 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 Actions

Synthesizer 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.)

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Other Problems

Reset 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 failed

none of the above processes corrects the problem you are experiencing.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

You 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 Actions

Unexpected 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 800-558-7044

Other countries 561-575-5000

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Appendix 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.

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The 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 Window

Ref Definition

AView factory defaults for the Digital Pots

BTest Pattern conducts a Carrier Frequency test

LED Pattern tests whether the LED lights are working correctly

CCommunication status button in Super User mode

DModulation On/Off selection for enabling/disabling modulation

EDownload EEPROM Code for updating the firmware code

FDiagnostic displays self-test results

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Digital Pots

View only. View the factory RF settings. For factory and engineering use

only.

Test Pattern

Test 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.

Modulation

Modulation 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.

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Download EEPROM Code

Click 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.

Diagnostics

See “Diagnostic Test” on page 40.

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Appendix 3: ApexPro CH TTX Labels and Frequencies

Transmitters used with ApexPro CH systems require TTX labels that have

this format:

The available frequency for the ApexPro CH transmitter is:

600 MHz

U.S. TV

Channel Frequency (MHz) TTX# Range ApexPro CH V2 PN Label

37 608.025 - 613.975 8521 - 8759 2009840-009

XXXXAP (XXXX)

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Program the Transmitter’s Basic Functions

The Main Programming Window

The Program ApexPro Transmitter window displays various configuration

settings for the transmitter. These are described in the sections below.

Table 8. Program ApexPro Transmitter Window

Ref Definition

AMessage area for the programming application

BTTX number and frequency settings

CReference lead setting

DAlarm pause setting

EFilter setting

FExit program button

GPower-up self-test status results

HOptional feature settings

ISerial number of the transmitter

JCode part/version numbers

KIQ table version

LCommunication status button

A F

LKJIHG

B C D E

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Message Area

This area is used by the software for general status messages, operator

instructions and error messages.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

If a message indicates No communication from the transmitter, refer to

“Programming Problems” on page 77.

TTX Number and Frequency Settings

The 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.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

Select 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.

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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 Setting

For 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 CIC

Lead I LL (left leg)

Lead II LA (left arm)

Lead III RA (right arm)

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To 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.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

Activation 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.

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Filter Setting

The 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 Button

When 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.

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View Transmitter Diagnostics

View Firmware Codes

Communication 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 Results

Power-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.

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If 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.

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Update Transmitter Firmware

Update Firmware Code

Occasionally 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 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 Erase & Download App button.

When these conditions occur... Use this Download Function

RA 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)

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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.

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 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 Erase & Download Mfg button.

4. Select OK at this screen.

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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 .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 Codes

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 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.

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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. 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

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settings 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.

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3. 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.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

The 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.

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Verify Correct Operation

Verify the Transmitter’s Firmware Versions

1. 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.)

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Perform Advanced Functions

Set Transmitter Feature Level

Three settings are available, with varying levels of software functions. Using

a password obtained from the packing slip, you can enable these functions.

Feature Levels

Requirements for Setting Features

1. 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 Features

1. 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 Functionality

Multi-Lead ECG acquisition with

fully-functional interface

connector ports

The 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 ports

The 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 ports

The transmitter can only be used

with a single lead and can not be

used with any accessories except the

programming device.

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a. 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.

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Feature Transmitter Appearance

Multi-Lead ECG acquisition with fully-

functional interface connector ports Grey-colored screw cover label

Grey-colored dust covers

Single Lead ECG acquisition with fully-

functional interface connector ports Single Lead screw cover label

Grey-colored dust covers

Dust covers

Screw cover labels

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Track 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 Appearance

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Number Software Feature

MDOC-640 APROT1-APROT1P UPGD APROTX UPG

1-ECG ONLY TO SERIAL PORT

MDOC-641 APROT1-APROTX UPGD APROTX UPG

1-ECG TO MULTILEAD + PORT

APROT1P-APROTX UPGD APROTX UPG

1-ECG W/ PORT TO MULTI + PORT

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ApexPro Appendices

Appendix 1: ApexPro Troubleshooting

LED Status Problems

Condition Possible Cause Possible Actions

No 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.

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Programming Problems

Power-Up Self-Test Failures

Condition Possible Cause Possible Actions

Unable 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 Actions

Synthesizer 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.)

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