MICROPOINT eStation II MBI92 User manual

eStation II
User's Manual
MBI92
EN

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Table of Contents
1.Product Introduction ............................................................ 3
1.1.Intended Use ...................................................................................3
1.2.List of Accessories...........................................................................3
2.Product Overview ................................................................. 4
3.Precautions and Warnings................................................... 6
4.Installation Instructions........................................................ 7
4.1.Connect the Base............................................................................7
4.2.Install Thermal Paper .......................................................................8
4.3.Charge the Meter.............................................................................10
4.4.Connect the Bluetooth.....................................................................10
5.Operating Instructions ......................................................... 11
5.1.Print Report .....................................................................................11
5.2.Data Management and Software Upgrade .......................................11
5.3.LIS/HIS Data Transmission...............................................................11
6.Product Specications......................................................... 12
7.Troubleshooting .................................................................... 13
8.Symbol ................................................................................... 14

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1.Product Introduction
1.1.Intended Use
The eStation II is a base (“Base”) which can be used with the qLabs
Electrometer with REF number Q-3, Q-3 Pro, Q-3 Plus and QV-3 Plus (“Meter”)
for testing Coagulation assay manufactured by Micropoint Biotechnologies Co.,
Ltd. (“Micropoint”) to provide extended functions such as power supply, printing
and data transmission etc.
1.2.List of Accessories
• 1x Power adapter
• 1x USB cable
• 1x Thermal paper (Φ50 x 58 mm)
• 1x USB Flash Driver (With User Manual)

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2.Product Overview

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A. ON-OFF Button
The ON-OFF button controls the power supply of the Base.
B. Printer Cover
Open the printer cover to replace the thermal paper.
C. Printer Cover Button
Rotate this button to open the printer cover.
D. Charging Port
The charging port will charge the Meter. The built-in magnetic interface will
automatically position the Meter for proper alignment.
E. Blue Ring Light Strip
The blue ring light strip indicates the working condition of the Base and the
connection status between the Base and the Meter. Constantly illuminated light
strip indicates the Base is powered on and Bluetooth is connected correctly.
The light strip ashes, indicating the Base is powered on but Bluetooth is not
connected or interrupted;If the ring light strip is ashing, it indicates that the
software is updating now and the process will last for about one minute. Do not
turn off the power.
F. Charging Port Slot
Charge the Meter by placing into this slot.
G. Network Port
The network port enables data transmission by direct connection to a computer.
Data transmission and software upgrade via computer data management
software. Directly connect for LIS/HIS to realize data transmission.
H. Power Interface
Connection port of the AC adapter.
I. Serial Port
Directly connect the serial port to a computer, and then set the Base network
port, upgrade the Base software and transmit data externally via data
management software of the computer.

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3.Precautions and Warnings
eStation II is a base intended for use with the meter to provide
extension functions such as power, print and data transfer. Some
environmental factors and incorrect operation will cause eStation II
unable to run effectively and report correct results. Please read this
manual carefully before use and should strictly abide by it.
☻Please use the device in accordance with the method specied by Micropoint, failure
to do so may damage the protection provided by the device.
☻The device is a delicate instrument and should be handled with care. Dropping or other
mishandling may cause malfunction.
☻Do not disassemble the device.
☻Do not use this device in a place with high frequency vibration.
☻When connecting the power supply or any other external power, care should be taken
to avoid electric shock.
☻Do not use the device in an environment below 10 °C or above 35 °C and humidity
greater than 90%.
☻Do not use the device in a dry environment, especially in the presence of synthetic
materials such as synthetic clothing, carpets, etc. Failure to do so may cause
damaging electrostatic discharges.
☻Do not use the device where aerosol droplets are present or where oxygen is being
controlled.
☻Do not use this device outdoors.
☻Do not use the device near mobile phones or wireless phones, walkie-talkies, garage
door openers, radio transmitters, or other electronic devices. The source of these
electromagnetic radiation may interfere with proper operation of the device.
☻Strict surveillance should be performed when the device is used by or used for
children, persons with disabilities, patients or is used near them.
☻When the device is connected to the adapter, do not leave the device. Unplug the
adapter immediately after use.
☻Do not place the device in a location where it is difcult to remove the adapter. If a
malfunction occurs, the operator should immediately remove the adapter.
☻If the device is abnormal or damaged (such as the adapter or power cord is damaged),
please stop using the device immediately.
☻Other operations are prohibited during use.

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4.Installation Instructions
4.1.Connect the Base
1). Connect the Base to the AC power supply with the power adapter
supplied with the Base (For detailed specication, please see the
working voltage in Chapter 6).
2). Connect the Base to the USB port on the PC with the USB cable
supplied with the Base.

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4.2.Install Thermal Paper
Rotate down the printer cover button to open the thermal printer cover.
Rotatedown the
printer cover button

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Place the new thermal paper into the paper roll slot. (Note that the curled side of
the paper as shown below, allow a small portion of the paper extended outside
of the printer cover).
CAUTION:
The printer head may generate high temperature during printing. Please take
care to prevent burns.

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4.3.Charge the Meter
Charge the Meter by placing onto the charging port slot. Please pay attention to
the direction of the Base. (The interface of the charging port is magnetic and will
properly align the Meter automatically.)
4.4.Connect the Bluetooth
Locate the Bluetooth setting from the settings screen of the Meter. When
disabled, the Bluetooth option is grayed out, and the blue ring light strip of the
Base will ash, indicating Bluetooth is not enabled. When Bluetooth is enabled,
the Meter automatically will search for the Base and connect. The light strip will
illuminate, indicating successful connection. Once the Meter is turned off and
restarted, it will connect to the eStation II automatically within 10 seconds. No
additional operations are required.

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5.Operating Instructions
5.1.Print Report
1) Print test/QC results immediately
After the Bluetooth connection is established between the Meter and the Base,
select the report to be printed via the Meter print screen, the Base will print the
selected report. Please refer to the User Manual of the Meter for details.
2) Print history test record
If you select a test/QC record from the history record screen of the test/QC
results, the specic information of the record will be displayed. Then the result
can be printed by pressing the Print button at the bottom of the screen. Please
refer to the User Manual of the Meter for details.
5.2.Data Management and Software Upgrade
After the Bluetooth connection is established between the Meter and the Base,
and the Base is connected to the computer through the serial port or network
port, the following operations can be performed on the computer's data
management software:
1). Manage the data stored on the Meter.
2). Upgrade the software of the Base.
3). If the Base and the computer are connected via USB, you can set
the network port of the Base. Please refer to the Data Management
Software Operation Guide for details.
5.3.LIS/HIS Data Transmission
After the Bluetooth connection is established between the Meter and the Base,
and the Base is connected to the LIS or HIS system of hospital through the
network port, data can be transparently transmitted between the Meter and the
LIS/HIS.

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6.Product Specifications
Working voltage
Input voltage: 100-240V~1.6A (max),
50~60Hz
Output voltage: +12V 4.17A
Working temperature 10 ° C ~ 35 ° C
Relative humidity 10% ~ 90% (without condensation)
Communication Interface Type-B data cable, network port
Thermal paper width 58mm
Max diameter of thermal paper Φ50 mm
Dimensions 280mm*110mm*60mm
Weight 550g ( Exclude Thermal Paper )

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7.Troubleshooting
Error Description Possible Causes Solution
The blue ring light strip
is not illuminated
The ON-OFF button is
not turned on.
Turn the ON-OFF button
on.
Unable to upload data
The Bluetooth
connection between
the Meter and the
Base is interrupted
or the Base is not
connected to the Data
Management Software
correctly.
Check to ensure the
Bluetooth connection
between the Meter
and the Base is
maintained, and check
the connection between
the Base and the Data
Management Software.
The paper is jammed
during the printing
The thermal paper is
not installed correctly;
or the specications of
the thermal paper do
not match.
Reinstall the thermal
paper as shown in
section 3.2; ensure
the width of thermal
paper is 58 mm and the
diameter is less than 50
mm.
The Bluetooth
connection is not
maintained between
the Meter and Base.
Check to ensure
Bluetooth connection
between the Meter and
Base is remained.
The thermal paper
runs out.
Replace with new
thermal paper.
MICROPOINT PART #
4.50.450-00005
If the problem persists, please contact Micropoint’s Customer Service by
emailing [e-mail] or calling [phone] for
technical support.
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8.Symbol
Symbol Explanation Symbol Explanation
In Vitro Diagnostics Expiry Date
Caution. Read
Carefully Fragile
Keep Dry Biological Risk
Separate Collection Do Not Reuse
Temperature
Limitation Manufacturer
Authorized
Representative
in the European
Community
Consult
Instructions For
Use
Catalogue Number Serial Number
CE Marking Lot Number

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