It is recommended that the CareLink USB be plugged directly into a USB port on the computer. You may also plug your CareLink USB into USB ports on the front of your personal computer, or into any USB port on a laptop computer. The illustrations at right show the CareLink USB being plugged into the USB port on the back of a personal computer. After you have followed the user guide instructions, plug your CareLink USB into your computer.
Refer to the user guide of your Medtronic Diabetes data management application software for instructions on how to load the CareLink USB drivers onto your computer. Do not plug your CareLink USB into your computer until you have installed the associated drivers and/or are prompted by the CareLink software.
Please follow these installation instructions. Installing the CareLink USB on your computer Your CareLink USB must be properly installed before it can transfer data from Medtronic diabetes therapy management devices. * MWT1 is the brand name for the Medtronic MiniMed proprietary RF telemetry protocol. Contact your local HelpLine for assistance. If your CareLink USB does not seem to recognize your device, this may be the reason. If you purchased your Medtronic diabetes therapy management device and CareLink USB in different regions, they may not work together. RF Compatibility Medtronic diabetes therapy management devices transmit in different radio frequency (RF) bands, depending on the region of the world in which they are sold. Testing conducted with several different cellular phones suggests that interference will not be a problem if the phone is at least 2.3 meters (7.5 feet) from the transmitter or receiving device while the phone is being used (greater separation distance may be required for certain devices). You can also reorient or relocate the CareLink USB and/or the transmitting device to try to correct the interference. Communication problems can typically be resolved by ensuring that the distance between transmitter and receiving device is less than 1.9 meters (6 feet), and by turning off or moving away from other RF transmitting devices. This interference, however, will not cause any incorrect data to be sent and will not cause any harm to your CareLink USB. It is likely that other devices operating in similar frequency ranges will have a similar effect. Most cellular phones and 900 MHz cordless phones, when transmitting or receiving, may cause significant interruption of transmitter-receiver communication. RF interference from other wireless devices Common consumer electronic devices that transmit in the same frequency band used by the MMT-7305 CareLink USB may prevent the CareLink USB from receiving the data sent by Medtronic diabetes therapy management devices. Important: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. These FCC standards are designed to provide reasonable protection against excessive radio frequency interference and prevent undesirable operation of the device from unwanted electromagnetic interference. This device does not interfere with any radio frequency signals transmitted from outside sources. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The following information is provided in accordance with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations. The 868.35 MHz version (MMT-7305WW) conforms to the essential requirements of the Council Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE). Warnings Product may pose a choking hazard for young children.Ĭompliance information This device complies with the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and international standards for electromagnetic compatibility. Introduction Indications for use The Medtronic CareLink™ USB is indicated for use by patients at home and clinicians in a medical office setting to facilitate communication between Medtronic diabetes therapy management devices that use Paradigm-compatible RF telemetry (MWT1)* and a personal computer that uses data management application software. U.S., international, and foreign patent applications pending. CareLink™ is a trademark of Medtronic MiniMed.
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