epoc® eDM Lite Configurations Online Training Course

The eDM Lite software is a simple data management application that supports the epoc® Blood Analysis System. It is intended to provide simple system maintenance and data management functionality for installations using a small number of epoc® Blood Analysis devices.  The eDM Lite software can be configured in the following ways: Facility information – Enter facility information that will appear in printed reports Connect epoc Hosts – Connect to eDM Lite software using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth Update epoc Hosts with the latest epoc System Software eVAD update – Load the latest eVAD file to eDM Lite Automatic printing – Automatically print each new test record to a printer Export results – Enable exporting results to an HL7 formatted file Data backup – Enable backups of the eDM Lite database Support – Enable logging in the event troubleshooting is necessary Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: Describe how to connect Hosts to the eDM Lite software and update Hosts eDM Lite software Describe how to automatically print and export test results from the eDM Lite software List the steps on how to load the latest eVAD file to the eDM Lite software Identify how to backup data from the eDM Lite software to a specific file Congratulations. You have completed the epoc® eDM Lite Configurations Online Training course. Listed below are the key points that have been presented. Take time to review the material before you proceed to the final quiz. Connecting Hosts to the eDM Lite Software  The eDM Lite software can be configured to allow epoc Host connections using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth wireless technologies. In the Settings window, click on Connect epoc Hosts link to configure Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. The Status bar located at the bottom of the main window will indicate the connection status for both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. A green circle in the Link status indicates that the eDM Lite software is ready for epoc Host connections on the corresponding connection type A red circle in the Link status indicates that the eDM Lite software is NOT ready for epoc Host connections on the corresponding connection type. This may be the case if the Link is not configured or an error has occurred ​Updating Hosts The eDM Lite software provides the operator the ability to easily update epoc Host software. Loading epoc Host File Upgrade In eDM Lite Software: Select Settings in the top right corner to open the settings page Select Update epoc Hosts  Select the dotted icon to browse for the desired upgrade file Select Load Upgrade File Alternatively, select Download Upgrade File to download the upgrade from the epoc Live Update Service The Upgrade File Verification message box will open, containing the following information: epoc Host software version epoc Reader software version Sensor configuration Verify that the upgrade file contains the desired software versions Select OK to load the selected file or Cancel to ignore the selection Upgrading Hosts With New Software: Login and upgrade Receive upgrade Verify update ​ Facility Information Facility information that will appear in printed reports can be configured in the eDM Lite software. Select the Settings option in the top right section of the screen Select Facility Information to enter the facility name and address that you wish to appear on printed reports Select the desired language Select Save to save the setting ​ eVAD Updates  eDM Lite eVAD updates can be loaded by selecting a file or by downloading the new file from the epoc Live Service Update.   To load an eVAD file: Select Settings in the top right corner to open the settings page Select  eVAD Update  Select the icon to browse for the desired eVAD file Select Load eVAD file Alternatively, select Download eVAD file to download the new file from the epoc Live Update Service The eVAD File Verification message box will open containing the following information: eVAD filename Sensor configuration Corresponding VAD PDF file Verify that the desired eVAD file is loaded Click OK to load the selected eVAD file orCancel to ignore the selection Synchronize all epoc Hosts to receive the new eVAD file Verify that the epoc Host has loaded the desired eVAD file in the epoc Host information page Once the eVAD fle is properly loaded, each epoc Host will receive it the next time it synchonizes with the eDM Lite software Automatic Printing of eDM Lite Test Records  The eDM Lite software provides an auto-print feature that, when enabled, will automatically send every new test record received by the eDM Lite software to the pre-selected printer.   To enable the auto-print feature:   Select Settings in the top right corner to open the settings page Select Automatic printing  Select the box labeled Automatically print received test records Select the printer where the test records will be sent or select the location for saving as a PDF file Select Save to save the settings Exporting eDM Lite Test Results  The eDM Lite Software can export test results to an HL7-formatted text file to a designated folder that can be read by a third-party application such as an LIS or HIS. To configure exporting test results: Select Settings in the top right corner to open the settings page Select Export results  Check the box labeled Allow exporting test results to an HL7 formatted text file Select the desired options and tap Save to save the settings How To Backup the eDM Lite Database The eDM Lite software data backup settings allows users to enable daily backups of eDM Lite database to a preferred location. To configure data backups on the eDM Lite software: Select the Settings button located at the top right of the page Select Data Backup Check the Backup eDM Lite database box Select a backup folder to save the files to Select Backup now Note: Files will be deleted after seven days Support   The eDM Lite software Support settings should remain set to the default values and should not be changed unless requested by Technical Services to assist with more detailed eDM Lite software troubleshooting.   Warning: Changing these settings may significantly increase disk space usage and affect application performance. Use only when advised by Technical Services to assist with eDM Lite software troubleshooting. ​ The eDM Lite software provides the operator the ability to easily update epoc Host software. Updating Hosts Learn more about how to update host software. Tab TitleTextLogin and Upgrade Login as Administrator Select Tools>Perform Upgrade>From EDM Receive Upgrade The epoc Host will receive the upgrade file from the eDM Lite software. Upgrade Received Tap the red X icon at the top right corner of the screen to initiate the upgrade. The epoc Host will reboot and upgrade the software. Verify Update When the login screen appears, verify that the new software version is now running. Loading Host Software Learn more about how to load the new Host software. Checklist TitleChecklist TypeChecklist ContentSettingsHTML Select Settings in the top right corner to opent he settings page.  Update HostHTML Select Update epoc Hosts. Dotted IconHTML Select the dotted icon to browse for the desired upgrade file. Load Upgrade FileHTML Select Load Upgrade File.  Download Upgrade FileHTML Alternatively, select Download Upgrade File to download the upgrade from the epoc Live Update Service.  Upgrade File VerificationHTML The Upgrade File Verification message box will open, containing the following information: epoc Host software version epoc Reader software version  Sensor configuration Verify FileHTML Verify that the upgrade file contains the desired software versions.  Finish UpdateHTML Select OK to load the selected file or Cancel to ignore the selection.  Facility information that will appear in printed reports can be configured in the eDM Lite software. Facility Information Learn more about configuring facility information. Checklist TitleChecklist TypeChecklist ContentSettingsHTML Select the Settings option in the top right section of the screen. Facility InformationHTML Select Facility Information to enter the facility name and address that you wish to appear on printed reports. LanguageHTML Select the desired language. SaveHTML Select Save to save the setting. The eDM Lite software can be configured to allow epoc Host connections using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth wireless technologies. In the Settings window, click on Connect epoc Hosts link to configure Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. The Status bar located at the bottom of the main window will indicate the connection status for both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. A green circle in the Link status indicates that the eDM Lite software is ready for epoc Host connections on the corresponding connection type A red circle in the Link status indicates that the eDM Lite software is NOT ready for epoc Host connections on the corresponding connection type. This may be the case if the Link is not configured or an error has occurred Connecting Hosts To Wi-Fi Learn more about connecting hosts to Wi-Fi. Checklist TitleChecklist TypeChecklist ContentAllow Hosts To ConnectHTML Check the box next to Allow epoc Hosts to connect using Wi-Fi. Test the Host connection to ensure epoc is connected to Wi-Fi. IP AddressHTML Select the IP Address of the computer on which eDM Lite software is running. Default PortHTML The default Port in the eDM Lite software is 13255 and should be sufficient for most installations. Save SettingsHTML Click Save to save the setting (the Save button becomes active only if the address or port is changed). Status FieldHTML The Status field will indicate that the eDM Lite software is listening on the configured IP address:Port. The eDM Lite software is now ready for epoc Hosts to connect over Wi-Fi. Connecting Hosts To Bluetooth Learn more about connecting hosts to Bluetooth. Checklist TitleChecklist TypeChecklist ContentTest ConnectionHTML Check the box next to allow epoc Hosts to connect using Bluetooth. Test the connection to make sure the Host is connected to Bluetooth. Bluetooth AddressHTML Select the Bluetooth address of the Bluetooth adapter installed on the eDM Lite computer. Save SettingsHTML Click Save to save the setting (the Save button becomes active only if the address is changed). Status FieldHTML The Status field will indicate that the eDM Lite system is listening on the configured Bluetooth address. eDM Lite eVAD updates can be loaded by selecting a file or by downloading the new file from the epoc Live Service Update. eVAD Updates Learn more about eVAD Updates. Checklist TitleChecklist TypeChecklist ContentSettingsHTML Select Settings in the top right corner to open the settings page. eVAD UpdateHTML Select eVAD Update. IconHTML Select the icon to browse for the desired eVAD file. Load FileHTML Select Load eVAD file. Download FileHTML Alternatively, select Download eVAD file to download the new file from the epoc Live Update Service. Verification MessageHTML The eVAD File Verification message box will open containing the following information: eVAD filename Sensor configuration Corresponding VAD PDF file VerifyHTML Verify that the desired eVAD file is loaded. OK or CancelHTML Click OK to load the selected eVAD file or Cancel to ignore the selection. Verify HostHTML Synchronize all epoc Hosts to receive the new eVAD file. Verify that the epoc Host has loaded the desired eVAD file into the epoc Host information page. Once the eVAD file is properly loaded, each epoc Host will receive it the next time it synchronizes with the eDM Lite software. The eDM Lite software provides an auto-print feature that, when enabled, will automatically send every new test record received by the eDM Lite software to the pre-selected printer. Automatic Printing Learn more about configuring the automatic print option. Checklist TitleChecklist TypeChecklist ContentSettingsHTML Select Settings in the top right corner to open the settings page. Automatic PrintingHTML Select Automatic printing. Automatically PrintHTML Select the box labeled Automatically print received test records. Select PrinterHTML Select the printer where the test records will be sent or select the location for saving as a PDF file. Save RecordsHTML Select Save to save the settings. The eDM Lite Software can export test results to an HL7-formatted text file to a designated folder that can be read by a third-party application such as an LIS or HIS.  Exporting Test Results Learn more about how to configure exporting test results. Checklist TitleChecklist TypeChecklist ContentSettingsHTML Select Settings in the top right corner to open the settings page. Export ResultsHTML Select Export results. Allow ExportingHTML Check the box labeled Allow exporting test results to an HL7 formatted text file. Save ResultsHTML Select the desired options and tap Save to save the settings. The eDM Lite software data backup settings allows users to enable daily backups of eDM Lite database to a preferred location. Note: Files will be automatically deleted after seven days. Configuring Data Backups Learn more about how to configure data backups. Checklist TitleChecklist TypeChecklist ContentSettingsHTML Select the Settings button located at the top right of the page. Data BackupHTML Select Data Backup. Backup eDM LiteHTML Check the Backup eDM Lite database box. Backup FolderHTML Select a backup folder to save the files to. Backup NowHTML Select Backup now. The eDM Lite software Support settings should remain set to the default values and should not be changed unless requested by Technical Services to assist with more detailed eDM Lite software troubleshooting.   Warning: Changing these settings may significantly increase disk space usage and affect application performance. Use only when advised by Technical Services to assist with eDM Lite software troubleshooting. Please note that this learning material is for training purposes only!   For the proper use of the software or hardware, please always use the Operator Manual or Instructions for Use (hereinafter collectively “Operator Manual”) issued by Siemens Healthineers. This material is to be used as training material only and shall by no means substitute the Operator Manual. Any material used in this training will not be updated on a regular basis and does not necessarily reflect the latest version of the software and hardware available at the time of the training. The Operator's Manual shall be used as your main reference, in particular for relevant safety information like warnings and cautions.   Note: Some functions shown in this material are optional and might not be part of your system.   Certain products, product related claims or functionalities (hereinafter collectively “Functionality”) may not (yet) be commercially available in your country.  Due to regulatory requirements, the future availability of said Functionalities in any specific country is not guaranteed. Please contact your local Siemens Healthineers sales representative for the most current information. The reproduction, transmission or distribution of this training or its contents is not permitted without express written authority. Offenders will be liable for damages. All names and data of patients, parameters and configuration dependent designations are fictional and examples only. All rights, including rights created by patent grant or registration of a utility model or design, are reserved. epoc® Blood Analysis System Enterprise Data Manager Lite and all associated marks are trademarks of Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc., or its affiliates. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Copyright © Siemens Healthcare GmbH Published by Siemens Healthcare GmbH ©  Siemens Healthcare GmbH, 2019 Please proceed to taking the course assessment.