epoc NXS Host User manual

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Authorized Representative:
Emergo Europe
Prinsessegracht 20, 2514 AP
The Hague, Netherlands
Manufactured by:
Epocal Inc.
2060 Walkley Rd.
Ottawa, ON K1G 3P5 Canada
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epoc NXS Host Quick Start Guide
This quick start guide provides first time setup instructions and other useful instructions
for the epoc® NXS Host (Android™-based mobile computing device, PD470SH-B).
For complete user instructions, please refer to the epoc System Manual with epoc NXS Host,
available at siemens.com/document-library.
epoc NXS Host Components
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Battery Indicator
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Function Key
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Before using the epoc NXS Host for testing,
charge its battery as follows:
• Connect the epoc Reader power supply to
the power jack on the back of the Reader.
• Insert the epoc NXS Host into the epoc
Reader’s pivot slot as shown.
The initial charge will take up to ve hours.
• After the charge is complete, press and hold
the Power button to turn on the epoc Host.
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Prior to use . . .
Note: Prior to using this device, check at the Siemens Healthineers Document Library
(siemens.com/document-library) if any applicable updates Host software and/or operating
system are available. Ensure that the device is running the latest version of Host software and/or
operating system.
Step 1: Charge the epoc NXS Host
Note: To wake up an epoc Host that is already powered on, briey press and release the Power
button.
Note: To suspend the epoc Host, press the Power button on the side of the device.
Note: To restart the epoc Host, press and hold the Power button for at least 10 seconds; the device
will then restart.
For facilities not using a data management system, skip Steps 2 and 3.
• Sign in as the Administrator.
At the Sign-In screen, scan or enter the word
“administrator” into the User ID and Password elds.
To scan, aim the Barcode Scanner at the barcode below
and press the Scan button.
To enter as text, use the soft keyboard.
Step 2: Connect to your Wi-Fi Network
Note: Please read Step 2 in its entirety before starting. It may be necessary to contact your facility’s
Information Technology department to obtain the proper Wi-Fi connection and security settings.

•From the Home page, tap Settings, then Wi-Fi Settings.
•Enable Wi-Fi by moving the toggle key to the right.
•For networks that broadcast their SSID:
Find your network on the list and tap on it. Enter the required network security
information and password provided by your facility’s Information Technology
department, then tap CONNECT.
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• For networks that DO NOT broadcast their SSID:
Scroll down to the end of the list and tap on Add network. Enter the required
network security information as provided by your facility’s Information Technology
department, then tap SAVE.
• Return to the Settings screen by tapping the arrow button at the top left of
the screen.
Step 3: Connect to the data manager
1. Congure data management options.
• Back on the Settings page, scroll down to Data
Management.
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Set the indicator to “Yes” by moving the toggle key to the
right and enter Address (IP address or server name) and
Port for the data manager server location:
Note: The server name and port number shown are examples
only.
Note: Secure synchronization is available only when
Transport Layer Security (TLS) is enabled on the data
manager server.
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2. Return to the Home page and sign out of the Administrator account:
The epoc NXS Host is now ready for use.

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How to install or replace the microSD Card on the epoc NXS Host
Note: epoc NXS Host software and operating system may be upgraded using a microSD card. Refer
to the epoc System Manual with epoc NXS Host for details.
The microSD Card slot is located on the side of the epoc NXS Host.
How to reset the epocNXS Host
If the epoc NXS Host stops functioning or stops responding, press and hold the Power button
for at least 10 seconds; the device will then restart.
Never perform a reset during a test. This ends the test immediately.
Power Button
MicroSD Slot
MicroSD Card Tray
• Open the microSD Card slot on the side of the Host.
• Gently insert an SD Card extraction tool (or a paper clip) into
the small hole next to the microSD Card tray. The microSD Card
tray will pop out.
• If there is a microSD Card in the tray, remove it.
• Hold the Host device horizontally. Carefully place a new microSD Card into the tray
and slide it back into the slot.
• Close the slot.

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To re-install, push the cradle and the Host together until a click is heard.
Note: The cradle and the Host must be properly engaged to ensure that the charging contacts
are connected.
How to remove or install the epoc NXS Host cradle
Your epoc NXS Host comes with a cradle, which allows for a physical link between the Host
and the Reader via the docking pivot on the Reader. On occasion, it might be necessary to
remove the cradle from the Host.
To remove the cradle from the epoc NXS Host:
• Flip the device so that the screen is facing down and the cradle is pointing away
from you.
• Grip the Host with your ngers and push the cradle release with both thumbs until
the cradle separates from the device.
Host Cradle
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