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ApexPro software version 4 or later. NOTE For technical documentation purposes, the abbreviation GE is used for the legal entity name, GE Medical Systems Information Technologies. Listed below are GE Medical Systems Information Technologies trademarks. All other trademarks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.
Release of ApexPro software version 4. Updated the product code. Updated the document to address anomalies that the user could encounter when configuring the ApexPro Telemetry System. Conventions Bold Indicates keys on the keyboard, text to be entered, or hardware items such as buttons or switches on the equipment.
Ordering manuals A paper copy of this manual will be provided upon request. Contact your local GE representative and request the part number on the first page of the manual. Safety information...
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WARNING LOSS OF ALARMS/DATA — The ApexPro Telemetry Server (ATS) running ApexPro software v4 is compatible with CIC Pro centers (BCM, Nightshade, and Omnitech) running ApexPro v3.9 and above. Sharing of the same care unit names between ATS and...
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LOSS OF ALARMS/DATA — Do not load any software other than that specified by GE onto the ATS. Installation of software not specified by GE can interfere with, or may cause damage to, the ATS or loss or corruption of data.
This symbol indicates the date of manufacture of this device. The first four digits identify the year and the last two digits identify the month. 2005-08 Information Technology Equipment. LISTED E180881 NKDLS ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Any unauthorized attempt to repair equipment under warranty voids that warranty. It is the user’s responsibility to report the need for service to GE or to one of their authorized agents. Failure on the part of the responsible individual, hospital, or institution using this equipment to implement a satisfactory maintenance schedule may cause undue equipment failure and possible health hazards.
Unity indicator Network IX PS/2 port (MOUSE) network Power supply Power cord connection status LEDs USB ports connector COM 1 Power supply Power fail alarm Unity Network RX switches silence Network connection VIDEO PS/2 port (KEYBOARD) 001a ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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USB ports 002A Peripheral components NOTE The ATS is designed to be a rack-mounted device. User/service interfaces are established through network connections. Direct keyboard, mouse and monitor connections are available, but not considered part of a typical installation. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
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LOSS OF FUNCTION/ALARMS/DATA — Do not connect a keyboard/mouse other than that specified by GE to the ATS. Installation of devices not specified by GE may cause damage to the ATS, can interfere with its operation or cause loss or corruption of data.
EQUIPMENT FAILURE — Recurring audible alarms are a symptom of a serious system malfunction. Do not just reset the alarm when it occurs. Contact GE Technical Support to correct the problem. Equipment failure could result if the problem is not resolved.
See Troubleshooting on page 6-1. Unity Network description/connection The ATS, running the ApexPro Host software, is a telemetry component of the Unity Network family of devices. It is also the physical connection point between ApexPro telemetry devices and the CIC Pro center server.
The Unity Network RX (Receiver eXchange) network is the connection to the Telemetry System. NOTE Details may differ between specific types of ApexPro Telemetry Systems. Network connections labels The following table specifies the labels identifying Unity Network connections on the back of the ATS.
2-2. Theory of operation ApexPro Telemetry System The ATS is part of the ApexPro Telemetry System. The ApexPro Telemetry System provides real-time patient data/alarms to one or more CIC Pro centers. ApexPro telemetry provides clinicians with patient physiological information while allowing for patient mobility.
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Sends data via the Unity Network MC network to the CIC Pro center for patient data display. NOTE The ApexPro host software application does not provide user accessible functions, but instead relies on remote user interfaces, such as the CIC Pro center. Refer to the CIC Pro center documentation for further information.
There are two versions of the antenna system: one for U.S. applications (560–614MHz) and one for international applications (420–474MHz). Refer to the ApexPro Antenna System site survey and installation manual for further details. Access points...
Unity Network device communication The ApexPro system is a component in the GE Unity Network family of devices. GE Unity Network devices have specific communication requirements and behavior. RWHAT data All Unity Network devices periodically broadcast information about themselves in RWHAT packets.
An ApexPro tower can contain a pool of up to 16 receivers. Any number of these receivers from this pool can be reserved to only accept admits from specific units.
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If the transmitter number is between 1 and 960, it belongs to a CDT-LAN system. If it is between 1000 and 9999, it belongs to an ApexPro system. The master tower searches its RWHAT database for an available tower/receiver having the correct telemetry type.
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— a unit’s presence in the list only indicates that at least one receiver in the unit is available on the ApexPro tower. The following priority conditions are used to determine which ApexPro tower should receive the forwarded admit request (in descending priority): A tower that has a receiver reserved for the unit name in the admit packet.
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ApexPro admit request forwarding If the admit request was determined to be of ApexPro telemetry type, the admit request is sent to the selected ApexPro tower, the tower assigns the admit to an available receiver and the admit is processed.
LOSS OF FUNCTION — Perform a site survey. Failure to perform a site survey may lead to improper performance of the ATS and may affect the performance of the Unity Network as well. The site survey must be performed by authorized GE personnel only. Installation requirements Location...
The ATS is capable of producing heat and must be physically located to allow for ample air circulation to properly dissipate the heat. Keep ATS ventilation openings free of obstructions. The ATS rack installation location should provide at least the following minimal clearances for ventilation and access. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
Power/grounding requirements Power GE requires the use of a UPS device with the ATS, otherwise, improper shut down of the unit could result from a power outage. Connect only the ATS power cord to the UPS. Do not connect any other devices to the UPS.
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A router allows connection between the hospital network and the Unity Network IX network. The router is used mainly for remote service connections. For further details refer to the Unity Router Configuration Document. Routers may not be required for all ATS installations. Refer to the site survey. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
LOSS OF FUNCTION/EQUIPMENT FAILURE — Only external devices specifically designed to be connected to the ATS, or approved by GE for use with the ATS, should be connected, as specified in this manual or as otherwise specified by the manufacturer. Loss of telemetry function or equipment failure could result if this instruction is not followed.
Refer to the site survey to determine if non-standard TCP/IP settings are required for the ATS installation. If non-standard TCP/IP settings are required: Connect a service laptop directly with the ATS via either the ATS Unity Network IX network ethernet port, or via a serial cable connection. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
See Power up on page 3-14. Configure the ATS Unity Network IX network IP address settings. See Set the ApexPro Channelized Telemetry System network name and IP address on page 5-4. Shut down the ATS. See Safe shutdown/restart of the ATS on page 6-21.
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For the different rack mounting options: If you are using either the end, or offset rack mounting option, install the shelf mount to support the off-balanced weight of the ATS. See Rack shelf mounting on page 3-11. 3-10 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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Determine a position in the rack for the ATS shelf. The shelf should be installed on the back rails. Position the shelf as determined in the previous step. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 3-11...
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Secure the rack rails to the ATS with the screws removed in step 1. Select a position in the rack for the ATS. With another person assisting you, position the ATS in place in the rack. Secure the rails/ATS to the rack with 4 rack rail screws. 3-12 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Connect the Unity Network MC network drop cable RJ-45 to the Unity Network MC network port on the back of the ATS. Unity Network IX network connection Connect the Unity Network IX network drop cable to the Unity Network IX network port on the back of the ATS. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 3-13...
Installation Unity Network RX network connection Connect the ATS Unity Network RX network ethernet port to the ApexPro receiver subsystem ethernet port as indicated above. The ATS requires a dedicated connection to the ApexPro receiver subsystem. If the distance between the ATS and the ApexPro Receiver Subsystem is less than 100 meters (328 ft.), connect the devices point-to-point with a crossover...
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Installation FRONT PANEL SYSTEM SYSTEM RESET RESET ALARM ALARM RESET RESET POWER POWER Power switch 009A The ATS beeps three times when startup is complete. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 3-15...
Change password for biomed user on page 4- CAUTION If you change this password, make sure to record and safeguard it. If you forget the password, only GE personnel can reset it for you. prism1,3,5,7 http://[ATS Unity Network IX See Access...
From the Windows taskbar, select Start > Settings > Network and Dial-up Connections. Right-click Local Area Connection. Select Properties. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Select Properties. Record the current IP address and subnet mask so you can restore them later. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
Disable and then right-click again and select Enable. Configure the Internet browser The FE's Internet browser is configured to use GE specific configuration script to access GE internal websites. The following steps must be performed to gain remote access to ATS within the hospital intranet (ATS Webmin / ATS Desktop): On the Desktop, right-click on the Internet Explorer icon and select Properties.
LOSS OF FUNCTION/ALARMS/DATA — Do not connect a keyboard/mouse other than that specified by GE to the ATS. Installation of devices not specified by GE may cause damage to the ATS, can interfere with its operation or cause loss or corruption of data.
To unlock the screen saver in clinical mode, follow this procedure: In the User name field, type cic. In the Password field, type cic and select OK. 064A Webmin service interface Webmin is an internet-based web application used to configure, troubleshoot, and perform checkout procedures. ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
It may be necessary to change the Internet Explorer LAN settings on the intranet computer to connect to Webmin. Complete the following procedure to change the Internet Explorer LAN settings: Start the Microsoft Internet Explorer application. From the Internet Explorer application, select Tools > Internet Options. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
In the Address field, type https://[ApexPro Telemetry Server Unity Network IX network IP address]:10000 and press Enter. NOTE [ApexPro Telemetry Server computer IP address] is the Unity Network IX network IP address for the ATS computer. Make the following entries on the Login to Webmin screen: In the Username field, type biomed.
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Settings Used to configure the following settings: ApexPro, including the computer language, clinical application mode (Rack or VTOR), the tower name, the unit name, the A/C power frequency, designation of device master, print discharge report option, and localization information. See...
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See Power on page 6-10. Temperatures. See Temperature on page 6-10. Install Check Used to retrieve and check a configuration snapshot of all ApexPro telemetry towers on the network, including the following sections of information: Telemetry Check Results Telemetry System Configuration and Status See Perform installation check on page 5-16.
In the Password field, type the new password. CAUTION Make sure to record and safeguard this password. If you forget the password, only GE personnel can reset it for you. In the Confirm Password field, re-type the password. Select Save.
122A Change the label on the ATS cover displaying the serial number. NOTE The values in the Model, Version, Part Number and Part Number Revision fields are default values and are not editable. 4-12 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
See Temporary bed transfer on page 8-6. The Bed Duplicator application is used to copy patient/bed data from one ApexPro tower to another. This is useful for maintaining patient monitoring when a tower must be shut down for service or maintenance.
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To view beds admitted to a tower, select the plus sign (+) to the left of the tower. 218A Tower/bed properties To view properties information, right-click the bed/tower in the Device List, and select Properties. Tower properties 219A 4-14 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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If there are no available slots on the CIC Pro center, a warning message is displayed and the bed is not monitored. Bed discharge Beds can be discharged as they are no longer needed: Right-click the bed to discharge. Select Discharge. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 4-15...
Type unity viewer and press Enter. ApexPro PTSCONFIG utility Access PTSCONFIG utility via Windows start menu The PTSCONFIG utility is a console application that allows you to configure the ApexPro application. Follow these steps for launching the PTSCONFIG utility: 4-16 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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Displays enabled/disabled state of discharge report printing. display<Space>installcheck Displays the results of the install check. display<Space>ip Displays IP address used by the ApexPro application to talk to the Unity Network. display<Space>patient Displays patient information: TTX, tower, and receiver numbers. display<Space>patreceiver Displays information about the patient’s receiver and transmitter.
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Service interfaces Command Function display<Space>rack Displays IP address used by the ApexPro application to talk to the ApexPro Channelized Telemetry System. display<Space>receiver Displays receiver/unit assignments for this ApexPro tower. display<Space>software Displays software versions for all running software (main, rack, etc.).
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The table below lists other ApexPro software commands. Command Function admit Admits a patient on this ApexPro tower (admit shows usage). clone Duplicates an existing bed on a different tower (clone shows usage). NOTE It is much easier to use the Bed Duplicator application.
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See Unity Viewer application on page 4-16. resetrack Immediately (with no confirmation) resets all racks connected to the tower. shutdown Restarts ApexPro application (DDMM password required: confirmation is also requested). 4-20 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
The steps for accessing the ATS vary, depending on whether the ATS was shipped from GE or reimaged from the field. If you received the ATS from GE, use the IP address information on the stickers to access the ATS.
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Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7. Select the Configuration tab. Select ATS Control > ATS Control. On the ATS Control screen, select Stop (next to ApexPro Commands) to stop the ATS software. NOTE The value in the ApexPro Status field changes to Stopped.
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Configure the laptop on page 4-3. Connect the service laptop to the Unity Network IX network on page B-4. Set the ApexPro Channelized Telemetry System network name and IP address on page 5-4. Verify the IP address settings (if required) on page 5-5.
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Configuration NOTE The ApexPro software does not support DHCP network configuration. You must use Webmin for configuring the IX, MC and RX network IP addresses, and not the Windows Control Panel. Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7.
The OS version 1.3 on ATS (released with ApexPro v3.9) blocks incoming pings on the IX Network. The OS version 2.x on ATS (released with ApexPro v4.0) does not block incoming pings on the IX network. Perform this procedure to verify the IP address settings: Access the command prompt.
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NO TELEM when you admit patients. You may have to reimage the tower and re-perform the mode selection. In the Tower Name field, type a name for the ApexPro Telemetry tower. (Optional) In the Unit Name field, type the name of the unit to which this ATS is to be assigned.
If the list of unit names and their count of reserved receivers is empty (i.e., no unit names are entered), the ApexPro tower accepts admits from any unit. However, if even one unit name is entered, then all unit names needing access to the tower must be entered.
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(Use unassigned receivers? Y/N>). Add a receiver configuration entry Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7. Select the Configuration tab. Select Receiver Configuration. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
Select OK to confirm that you want to delete the receiver configuration. Configure the server for Remote Service access The ATS is capable of remote service using InSite ExC Digital Services. Refer to the site survey workbook for required configuration information. 5-10 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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Password fields. If you select a specific Username and None, the Webmin page will Password is required. not save the address, port, Otherwise, select None. username and password. NOTE Remote Service Configuration settings are automatically populated. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 5-11...
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Configuration Remote Service Configuration Parameter Value Notes System ID Identifies the system to the GE backoffice servers. These values are read-only and are unique. Serial Number Identifies the unit and is set at the time of manufacture. Enterprise URL If required, designate the address...
This report is available if the system language is set to English. CIC Pro v4.0.7 or greater is required. The Transmitters battery status report is a summary of battery life for the ApexPro FH transceivers as well as ApexPro CH, ApexPro, and NEC transmitters. This report is available via Webmin and is printable for all admitted, supported telemetry transmitters.
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The user follows these steps to display the Transmitter Information screen: Navigate to and select the favorite that was set up at the CIC Pro center. See FE creates a favorite at the CIC Pro center on page 5-13. The Transmitter Information screen is displayed. 5-14 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Connect the service laptop to the Unity Network IX network on page B-4 To back up the configuration settings, perform the following steps: Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7. Select the Configuration tab. Select Backup/Restore. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 5-15...
ApexPro software version Tower response / communication check Appropriate warnings or errors regarding issues identified for each system-wide check Details for each ApexPro server running on the network, including the following information: Care unit | device name ApexPro software version...
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The number of days, hours, minutes and seconds the tower has been running. Network name The TCP/IP network name. Hardware The GE hardware platform the system is running on. Serial Number The hardware serial number associated with the telemetry tower. NOTE The serial number is displayed only for ATS and later platforms.
Process overview After completing the physical installation of the equipment and you are able to access the ATS, you can configure the standard and specialized functions of the ApexPro FH Telemetry System components. Perform the following procedures: Access the ATS on page 5-2.
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NO TELEM when you admit patients. You may have to reimage the tower and re-perform the mode selection. In the Tower Name field, type a name for the ApexPro Telemetry tower. (Optional) In the Unit Name field, type the name of the unit to which this ATS is to be assigned.
Master, or select Slave to configure the ATS to act as a slave. NOTE Only one ATS can be the master; all other ATSs must be designated as slaves. Set the ApexPro FH Telemetry System network name and IP address WARNING LOSS OF MONITORING/DATA — Be extremely careful not to assign the same IP address to two different devices.
Configuration NOTE The ApexPro software does not support DHCP network configuration. You must use Webmin for configuring the IX, MC and OpenNet network IP addresses, and not the Windows Control Panel. Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7.
Configuration list screen. Repeat steps through for each access point you want to enable in the Device Master configuration. Configure the server for Remote Service access See Configure the server for Remote Service access on page 5-10. 5-22 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Back up the configuration settings See Back up the configuration settings on page 5-15. Perform installation check See Perform installation check on page 5-16. Complete installation checkout procedures Proceed to Installation checkout procedures on page 8-2. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 5-23...
ATS connection failure NOTE Keyboard/Video/Mouse (KVM) may be required in certain cases to access the ATS desktop. Network connection Connect to ATS through the network using Webmin. See Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
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Type the User Name and Password for the connection. NOTE Only the cicadm or administrator logons are enabled on the ATS for direct connection. See ATS service logons on page 4-2. Select Properties. 10. In the Direct Connection window, select Configure. ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Ignore the message, since it has installation failed” error serial port redirection feature in no implication on normal system displays when rebooting BIOS. Under normal working operations. conditions, no device is connected to the serial port, resulting in this message. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
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See CPU boards on page 7-25. Ethernet card failure Network MC Network Ethernet port daughterboard Misconfigured IP address Reconfigure IP address Use the ATS ping functionality to Verify the IP address settings (if required) on page 5-5. ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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“Unknown Hard Drive Error” POST error after Loss of both hard drives Replace both hard drives See Hard drive on page 7-18. scanning IDE drives... Message: “No drives attached to FastTrack controller...” then fails to “Disk boot failure” 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
The ATS is equipped with system status indicators that activate whenever specific system-critical conditions are met. Status indicator system failure alarms call attention to critical system conditions which require immediate attention. ATS status indicators include: ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
EQUIPMENT FAILURE — Recurring audible alarms are a symptom of a serious system malfunction. Do not just reset the alarm when it occurs - contact GE Technical Support to correct the problem. Equipment failure could result if the problem is not resolved.
Low Limit levels displayed. NOTE If an error message displays, View hardware environmental parameter data via BIOS settings on page 6-11. Temperature Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7. Select the Diagnostics tab. Select Hardware > Temperatures. 6-10 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Note the fan speed, power, and temperature information on the PC Health Status screen. 601A Network diagnostics Adaptors - Display adaptor and serial port information Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7. Select the Diagnostics tab. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 6-11...
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Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7. Select the Diagnostics tab. Select Network > Unity. The Unity Network page displays a provides a list and summary of all devices that are communicating over the network. 6-12 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
(2000) ICU:CS4 IP address — Uniquely identifies each device on the network, whether the devices are manufactured by GE, or are part of the hospital information system. Device type — Includes: CENTRAL: Centralscope central station/CIC Pro center MONITOR: Eagle, Solar, Tramscope monitors...
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Troubleshooting Viewing VTXP statistics To view statistics for VTXP activities, including commands and data transferred between the wireless telemetry ambulatory or instrument transceiver and the ApexPro host application, follow these steps. Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7.
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Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7. Select the Diagnostics tab. Select Device Master > AP Statistics. 133A View the network activity information for the access point on the AP Statistics screen. This screen provides the following information: 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 6-15...
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To display all the transceivers that are currently attached to an access point, select the applicable link in the Xmits column. 107A View the information displayed on the Transceiver List. This screen provides the following information: 6-16 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
In the Checking Disk xx (x:) window, select Yes. 10. Select OK to close the Properties window. 11. Select Start > Shut Down > Restart, then select OK. The disk check is performed as the ATS reboots. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 6-17...
Troubleshooting Receiver subsystem diagnostics Use the Rack Diagnostics screen with ApexPro Channelized Telemetry System to perform network-wide receiver subsystem diagnostics. The diagnostics can be performed on any receiver subsystem, and is not limited to the current telemetry tower where Webmin was logged into.
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Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7. Select the Diagnostics tab. Select Receiver Subsystem > Blink Rack. In the Sort box, select the desired option for sorting the tower list. Select the tower from the Tower drop-down list. Select Stop Blink. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 6-19...
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Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7. Select the Diagnostics tab. Select Receiver Subsystem > Blink Receiver. In the Sort box, select the desired option for sorting the tower list. Select the tower from the Tower drop-down list. Select Stop Blink. 6-20 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
See Establish alternate monitoring methods on page B- Follow these steps for performing safe shutdown of the ATS: Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7. Select the Configuration tab. Select ATS Control > ATS Control. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 6-21...
ATS log files ATS logs are located in the c:\Program Files\Marquette\PTS\log directory. View ApexPro log files Use the View Logfiles window to view ApexPro and Windows Dr. Watson log files, as follows: Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7.
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Troubleshooting Select View ApexPro Logfiles. 111A Select the log files you want to view from the ApexPro Logs and/or Dr. Watson Log lists. Select Reset to deselect all files. NOTE Ctrl + click to select multiple items from the lists.
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Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7. Select the Diagnostics tab. Select Download ApexPro Logfiles > System Logs. Click to select the logs you want to download. Select Reset to deselect all logs. NOTE Ctrl + click to select multiple items from the lists.
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Telemetry System. Log onto the Webmin service interface on page 4-7. Select the Diagnostics tab. Select Download ApexPro Logfiles > Telestat Logs. 151A Click to select the logs you want to download. Select Reset to deselect selected logs.
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To open the Windows Explorer folder where the file was saved, select Open Folder. Select Close to close the Download complete window without performing any additional tasks. Select Close this dialog box when download completes, and the Download complete window closes automatically when the download operation is finished. 6-26 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
See Temperature sensor on page 7-32. Field replacement preparation WARNING LOSS OF FUNCTION/EQUIPMENT DAMAGE — Only a qualified service technician should perform the procedures in this chapter. Failure to follow this instruction could result in loss of ATS and/or equipment damage. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
Read and follow the instructions for controlling electrostatic discharge damage. See Controlling electrostatic discharge damage on page 8-11. FRU orientation The following figure illustrates front, back, left and right orientation referred to throughout the field replacement procedures. Back Left Right Front Bottom 050A ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
FRU, replace the foam filter only. If you are replacing the PN 2021512-011 FRU with a new PN 2021512-022 FRU, discard the PN 2021512-011 FRU and install the PN 2021512-022 FRU. Reverse the steps in this procedure to install the fan filter. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
042A Slide the cover backwards until the lip on the front of the cover clears the groove in the chassis. Lift and remove the cover. Reverse the steps in this procedure to install the chassis cover. ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Carefully move the CPU module far enough to allow card removal. Using a phillips screwdriver, remove the screw securing the network card in the slot. 163A Remove the network card from the slot. 164A Reverse the steps in this procedure to install the network card. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
Earlier than 1.3 Software must be executed before replacing part. 2021518-003 See step 4. Use the ATS Software Reload Instructions included in the ATS RAID FRU Kit to reload the ATS to ATS OS image v1.3 or greater. ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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PN 2021518-002/2021518-003 PN 2021518-001 049A & 252A 10. Remove the 3 screws securing the back of the CPU module to the chassis. 046A 11. Remove the 2 screws securing the front of the CPU module to the chassis. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
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15. Using a phillips screwdriver, remove the screw securing the RAID card in the slot. 047A 16. Remove the RAID card from the slot. 033A 17. Reverse the steps in this procedure to install the RAID card. 7-10 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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Disconnect the power connector from the receptacle on the back edge of the SNMP connector board. 022A If a battery is present, disconnect the battery connector from the receptacle on the top of the SNMP connector board. 7-12 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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10. Disconnect the temperature sensor, network port, power fail input, and fan connectors from the receptacles along the right edge of the SNMP connection board. Note the position and orientation of the connectors for reassembly. Network Temperature port connectors sensor connector Power fail connector input connector 022A 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 7-13...
Configure the server for Remote Service access on page 5-10. Verify that the serial number is correct. From Webmin, select Information > System Information > System Information. Complete the preparation procedures. See Field replacement preparation on page 7-3. 7-14 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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Using a phillips screwdriver, remove the 2 screws securing the outside edge of the drive bay to the right side of the chassis. 017A Disconnect the connector from the back of the temperature sensor located along the left edge of the CD/top hard drive carrier. 7-16 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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See Bottom hard drive on page 7-18. See Top hard drive on page 7-19. See CD ROM drive on page 7-22. See Temperature sensor on page 7-32. 10. Reverse the steps in this procedure to install the drive bay. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 7-17...
Verify that the rebuild procedure completed successfully on page 7-20 Replace the hard drive NOTE GE recommends that you replace the defective hard drive with a known blank, formatted hard drive supplied as a FRU. The top and bottom hard drives have different procedures. Refer to the appropriate...
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CD/hard drive carrier on both sides. 063A Slide the top hard drive out of the back of the CD/hard drive carrier. 069A Using a phillips screwdriver, remove the screw securing the temperature sensor to the back left of the hard drive. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 7-19...
Right-click on the drive icon and select Login. 255A From the Login dialog box: In the User name field, type administrator. Leave the Password field blank. Select OK. Navigate to Logical Disk View in the left-hand tree view, and expand that entry. 7-20 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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If the rebuild process does not occur automatically, restart the ATS unit and verify that the PAM application is rebuilding the new hard drive. 12. Verify that after the rebuild is complete, the 100% complete information is displayed, and the status of the array has returned to Functional. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 7-21...
Using a phillips screwdriver, remove the 2 screws securing the left side of the CD ROM drive into the CD/hard drive carrier. 063A Using a phillips screwdriver, remove the 2 screws securing the right side of the CD ROM drive into the CD/hard drive carrier. 7-22 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Note the position and orientation of the connector for reassembly. Fan power connector 019A Rotate the latches securing the memory card out and down. Remove the memory card from the slot in the CPU main board. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 7-23...
Remove the chassis cover. See Chassis cover on page 7-6. Disconnect the cabinet fan power connectors from the receptacles along the left edge of the SNMP connector board. Note the position and orientation of the connectors for reassembly. 7-24 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Power connector connector 097A Disconnect the ATX, serial port and USB connectors from the receptacles near the back left corner of the main CPU board. Note the position and orientation of the connectors for reassembly. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 7-25...
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10. Carefully move the CPU module far enough to allow card removal. 11. Using a phillips screwdriver, remove the 2 screws securing the USB/mouse/ Unity Network MC network ports and the back of the main CPU board in the CPU module. 7-26 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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Do not pull the main CPU board out any further than necessary to allow access to the external keyboard plug in the back right corner of the main CPU board, or damage to the external keyboard plug/wires may result. External keyboard plug 092A 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 7-27...
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216A 16. Remove the CPU fan. See CPU fan on page 7-23. 17. Using a phillips screwdriver, remove the screw securing the network card in the slot. 163A 18. Remove the network card from the slot. 7-28 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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21. Using a phillips screwdriver, remove the top screw securing the L bracket to the top of the CPU module. Loosen the bottom screw securing the bracket and pivot the bracket 90°. Loosen bottom screw Remove top screw 020A 22. Disconnect the power cable connector from the CPU module. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 7-29...
SHOCK HAZARD — Never open the power supply. There are no field serviceable components inside. Capacitors inside the power supply case present a shock hazard even with the power switched off and the power cord removed. 7-30 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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If you turn off/remove the wrong power supply, the ATS will shut down and the ApexPro system will stop functioning. CAUTION BURN HAZARD — Do not touch the power modules with your bare hands.
CD/hard drive carrier on both sides. 063A Slide the top hard drive out of the back of the CD/hard drive carrier. 069A Using a phillips screwdriver, remove the screw securing the temperature sensor to the back left of the hard drive. 7-32 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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075A NOTE Note the position of the temperature sensor DIP switches for re-assembly. Number Position Disconnect the temperature sensor wiring harness plug from the receptacle at the back right edge of the SNMP. 076A 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 7-33...
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Note the position of the temperature sensor DIP switches for re-assembly. Number Position 10. Remove the temperature sensors and the associated temperature sensor wire harnesses, cutting/removing any ties as required. 11. Reverse the steps in this procedure to install the temperature sensors. 7-34 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
See External surfaces on page 8-9. Inspect power supply. See Check for power supply problems on page 6-3. Perform installation check. See Perform installation check on page 5-16. Perform disk check, if needed. See Disk check on page 6-17. ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Checkout Perform ApexPro Channelized Telemetry System receiver check. See ApexPro Channelized Telemetry System receiver check on page 8-15. Perform power fail alarm verification test (power). See Power fail alarm verification test (power) on page 8-16. Perform ground continuity test. See Ground continuity test on page 8-13.
See Perform installation check on page 5-16. Perform disk check, if needed. See Disk check on page 6-17. Perform ApexPro Channelized Telemetry System receiver check. See ApexPro Channelized Telemetry System receiver check on page 8-15. Perform power fail alarm verification test (power).
See Hard drive on page 7-18. PM form For the latest PM form regarding this product, contact GE Service. Make a copy of the GE Unity Network Information Suite Server PM form and use the copy to help guide you as you go through this section of the manual. The PM form can then be archived for reference after completion of all the steps required to completely test the equipment.
ATS to be shut down, you must discharge the duplicated patients from the other ATS. NOTE The following procedure requires an alternate ApexPro tower running on the network, with a sufficient number of open receivers to accommodate copies of the beds admitted to the ATS.
These fans draw outside air into the tower to cool the components inside. Connectors Inspect all external connectors for damaged pins, prongs and connector housings. Refer damaged equipment to qualified service personnel for repair. Ensure that all connections are properly seated and secure. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
If you have any questions concerning disposal of a product, please contact GE or its representatives. Cleaning NOTE For additional information, refer to the How to Reach Us page provided with this manual for contact information.
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Any type of Ammonium Chloride such as, but not limited to: Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride Quaternary Ammonium Chloride solutions Abrasive cleaners or solvents of any kind Acetone Ketone Betadine Alcohol-based cleaning agents Sodium salts WARNING Never autoclave or steam clean the device. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
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Wipe off cleaning solutions with a clean, moist cloth. Dry thoroughly with a dry lint-free cloth and let air dry for at least 30 minutes. NOTE Drying times may vary based on the environmental conditions. 8-10 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Do this frequently and repeatedly while working on the unit. Wear a grounded, antistatic wristband (3M part number 2046 or equivalent) or heel strap at all times while handling or repairing assemblies containing semiconductors. Use properly grounded test equipment. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 8-11...
Failure to implement a satisfactory maintenance schedule may cause undue equipment failure and possible health hazards. To help you establish a systematic maintenance routine, GE recommends that you perform all safety tests presented in this chapter: Upon receipt of the device,...
Connect the positive (+) lead of the ohm meter to all exposed metal surfaces on the DUT. If the metal surfaces are anodized or painted, scrape off a small area in an inconspicuous area for the probe to make contact with the metal. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 8-13...
When taking this measurement, move the customer’s power cord around. No fluctuations in resistance should be observed. Test completion Disconnect all test equipment from the device. Disconnect the device power cord plug from the leakage tester power receptacle. Disconnect the leakage tester from the wall receptacle. 8-14 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Checkout ApexPro Channelized Telemetry System receiver check NOTE This procedure applies to the ApexPro Channelized Telemetry System only. If you replace a receiver card, you can also use Webmin’s Receiver subsystem diagnostics on page 6-18. Perform this procedure to demonstrate that all receivers in the receiver subsystem are functioning.
Set the polarity switch on the leakage tester to RVS (reverse). Read the current leakage indicated on DMM. If the reading is greater than 3.5mA, the device under test fails and should be repaired and tested again. Set the leakage tester power switch to OFF. 8-16 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Set the polarity switch to NORMAL and observe the same meter readings as in the previous step. 10. Set the leakage tester power switch to OFF and remove the meter lead connected in step 2. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry 8-17...
Probe to exposed conductive chassis DMM set to measure AC voltage Repair log A repair log is included for your convenience to record the repair history of this product. Unit serial number: Institution name: Date Maintenance/repair Technician 8-18 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
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Technical specifications Technical specifications Due to continual product innovation, GE designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. OEM compliance specifications Listed/labeled by the OEM Mfg. as compliant with: Safety Certificate Item number Country UL (listed ITE) E149282 LR50978...
512 MB RAM, CD-ROM drive, 80 GB hard drive. Software updates Via Network, CD-ROM drive. Serial/COM outputs External asynchronous RS-232 serial port. Video output Integrated Video, 1024 x 768 @ 75 Hz. Audio output Integrated Audio. Additional ports 4 USB Type A. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
49.5 cm (19.5 in) Width 48.2 cm (19 in) Weight 15.8 kg (35 lbs.) Certification IEC/EN/UL 60950-1 CAN/CSA C22.2 No.950 IEC/EN 60601-1-4 EN 55022 (Class A) EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3 CE marked to the Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
ATS. CAUTION The software upgrade path from ApexPro v3.9 on the ATS to the ApexPro v4.0 is a complete re-image, since it also involves an OS update. Do not use these instructions, but rather refer to the ApexPro Telemetry Server Reload Instructions shipped with the ATS hardware or the ApexPro v4 software re-image kit.
ATS to another system if the following conditions are met: One of the CIC Pro centers has empty, unlocked patient slots available. The ApexPro receiver connected to the ATS not being reloaded has empty patient slots available. Use the Bed Duplicator application to temporarily transfer patients to an alternate ApexPro tower.
From the Windows taskbar, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Network and Dial-up Connections. The Network and Dial-up Connections window displays. Right-click on the network port connected to the Unity Network IX network, and select Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties window displays. ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Disable and then right-click again and select Enable. Start the software transfer utility Insert the CD containing the software packages into the service laptop’s CD drive. After approximately one minute, the GE Healthcare Software Transfer Utility window automatically displays on the laptop’s display. NOTE If the GE Healthcare Software Transfer Utility does not automatically display, navigate to the contents of the CD and double-click the auto.bat file.
Enter the Unity Network IX network addresses of ATSs to be updated Complete the following procedure to manually type in the ApexPro Unity Network IX network addresses or automatically upload the ApexPro Unity Network IX network addresses from a .txt file:...
(up arrow). Install the software on the target ATSs Once the GE Healthcare Software Transfer Utility > Add Target IP Address list only displays the IP addresses of the ATSs you want to update, you are ready to start installing the software packages.
LOSS OF MONITORING — This procedure requires you to reboot the ATS. Rebooting an ATS stops active patient monitoring. When a care unit has only one working ATS, notify the site’s biomedical department to provide alternate bedside patient monitoring. Establish alternate monitoring methods on page B-3. ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Complete the checkout procedures After activating the installed software and before using the ATS in a patient environment, you must verify proper operation of this device in the patient care and networking environments. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
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Upgrading ATS software To verify proper operation in the patient care and networking environments, complete all of the Installation checkout procedures on page 8-2. B-10 ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Record the current IP address and subnet mask so you can restore them later. Select Specify an IP address. Type IP address, subnet mask and default gateway values matching the Unity Network IX network domain for the ATS. For example: IP Address: 192.168.x.x ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
From the Windows taskbar, select Start > Control Panel > Network Connections. Right-click Local Area Connection. Select Properties. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Select Properties. Record the current IP address and subnet mask so you can restore them later. Select Use the following IP address. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
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10. Select OK. 11. For Windows XP, instead of restarting the service laptop, you can select Start > Control Panel > Network Connections, right-click on Local Area Connection, select Disable and then right-click again and select Enable. ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
Electromagnetic compatibility Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Changes or modifications to this system not expressly approved by GE could cause EMC issues with this or other equipment. This system is designed and tested to comply with applicable regulation regarding EMC and needs to be installed and put into service according to the EMC information stated in this appendix.
Power frequency magnetic fields should be Hz) Magnetic Field at levels characteristic of a typical location in a typical commercial or hospital EN 61000-4-8 environment. NOTE is the AC mains voltage prior to application of the test level. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
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The customer and/or the user of the CIC Pro center and ATS should assure that they are used in an electromagnetic environment as described below. Manage (increase) distance between sources of EMI and susceptible devices. ApexPro™ Telemetry 2001989-203C...
P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer. NOTE These guidelines may not apply in all instances. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people. 2001989-203C ApexPro™ Telemetry...
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