PHYSIO CONTROL LIFEPAK CR2 Defibrillator Installation Guide
- June 1, 2024
- PHYSIO CONTROL
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PHYSIO CONTROL LIFEPAK CR2 Defibrillator
Please ensure the LIFEPAK CR2 Defibrillator is ‘Connected and Ready’ for use in an emergency by following these simple instructions.
Before You Begin
Determine your defibrillator type
Follow the Getting Started Guide provided with the defibrillator and determine what type of defibrillator you have:
- USB only
- Wi-Fi® and USB
- Wi-Fi, cellular, and USB
If the defibrillator is USB only, do not attempt this procedure.
Determine your online account type You should have an account on one of the following two websites.
- LIFELINK central AED Program Manager, or
- LIFENET® System
Many health care organizations have existing LIFENET System accounts to manage
their devices. If your organization has a LIFENET System account, do not use
this setup guide. Instead, log in to your account and download the Wireless
Setup Guide for LIFEPAK CR2 defibrillators from the Resource Center.
If you do not have a LIFENET System account, follow this setup guide and use
LIFELINK central AED Program Manager to set up your AED.
Note: In this guide, the term “AED” (Automated External Defibrillator) is used to refer to the defibrillator.
Wireless Setup Overview
A typical wireless setup takes 10-20 minutes.
The following pages will guide you through these steps:
- Download a software application from a website to your computer.
- Run the application on your computer to load Wi-Fi network settings into the AED.
- Connect the AED to the wireless network at its intended location.
- Confirm the AED status in your online account.
Note: Physio-Control recommends that all LIFEPAK CR2 AEDs with Wi-Fi capability be set up with a Wi-Fi network, even if the AED also has cellular capability.
Pre-installation Checklist
a. Set up your LIFEPAK CR2 Defibrillator (AED) as instructed in the
Getting Started Guide and verify the Readiness indicator is flashing.
b. Confirm that the intended location for the AED has a good connection
to the Wi-Fi network.
Test the signal strength of the Wi-Fi network at the intended AED location
using a different Wi-Fi device such as a smartphone.
c. Identify the Wi-Fi network information you will need to connect the
AED to the network.
NETWORK NAME:
SECURITY KEY:
d. Confirm that you have a PC with internet access and Windows® 7 or
above operating system. You will need Administrator rights on the PC.
e. Locate the USB cable included in the shipping box.
f. Review the separation distance and RF Exposure information found in
Appendix F: Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidance of the Operating
Instructions to ensure a distance of 3 cm (1.18 inch) throughout the setup.
FAQs
Q: I need to set up multiple AEDs at locations that have different Wi-Fi
networks. What should I do?
A: In step c above, identify the network information for each Wi-Fi
network.
Q: I want to skip the Wi-Fi setup and only test the cellular connection.
How do I do that?
A: Skip steps b through e above, and begin this procedure at step 4.
Log in to your LIFELINK central AED Program Manager account.
Use the logon name and password from your “Welcome to LIFELINK central” email to log in.
FAQs
Q: I did not receive an email with my logon name and password. What
should I do?
A: Check to see if the email was sent to another person in your
organization. If you cannot find the email, look up the appropriate web
address for your country in the contact list included with this guide. Go to
the website to create your account.
Download and install the Wi-Fi Configuration Tool to your PC.
a. Select Resource Center and then select Wi-Fi Configuration Tool.
b. Click the icon in the upper right corner of the screen to download the Wi-Fi Configuration Tool.
c. After the Wi-Fi Configuration Tool has downloaded, double-click the
WCT.xxxxx_Setup.exe file to install it.
If you don’t see the file, look in your Downloads folder.
If any security warnings appear, select the option to allow the file.
The InstallShield Wizard will appear.
Select your language and click Next >.
d. When you see the InstallShield Wizard Completed screen, make sure the Launch Wi-Fi Configuration Tool checkbox is selected, and then click Finish.
FAQs
Q: My computer rebooted during the installation process. Is this okay?
A : Yes. If your computer reboots, installation should continue
automatically.
Run the Wi-Fi Configuration Tool and follow the onscreen instructions.
This step loads your Wi-Fi network settings into the AED.
a. In the Registration screen, select your country and enter your user name and password. This is the same logon name and password you use to log in to LIFELINK central AED Program Manager.
b. When you are instructed to Connect LIFEPAK CR2 to Computer, use the USB cable included in the shipping box.
c. Continue to follow all onscreen instructions and click Next.
d. In the Specify Wi-Fi Network Settings screen, select a network or click Add Custom Network to enter your Wi-Fi network settings. Click Next to apply the settings.
e. When the Wi-Fi setup is complete, you will see the Update Successful screen.
f. Click Next, disconnect the USB cable, and then click Close.
FAQs
Q: I closed the Wi-Fi Configuration Tool and need to open it again. Where
can I find it?
A: Open the Start menu on your computer, and open the Physio-Control
folder. Click Wi-Fi Configuration Tool.
Take the AED to its intended location and test the wireless connection.
a. Take the AED to its intended location.
b. Open the lid and wait until the voice prompts start.
c. Immediately press and hold the LANGUAGE and CHILD MODE buttons simultaneously until you hear “Device ready.”
d. Immediately:
- Close the lid
- Place the AED in its permanent storage location
- (for example, cabinet or vehicle)
- Close the door of the cabinet or vehicle
The AED will attempt a wireless connection and it must be in its permanent
location during this test.
Take the AED to its intended location and test the wireless connection.
Note : Follow these instructions whenever initiating or testing a
wireless connection and maintain a distance of 3 cm (1.18 inch) to ensure
compliance with RF exposure requirements.
e. If you hear “Wi-Fi connection initiated,” go to step 5.
If you hear “Mobile connection initiated,” go to step 6.
FAQs
Q: I pressed both buttons, but never heard the “ Device ready ”
prompt.
A: When you open the lid, you must wait until the voice prompts start
before pressing the two buttons.
After the voice prompts start, you must press the two buttons within 10
seconds. If you miss these time limits, the AED proceeds as it would during
a cardiac arrest.
To try again, close and reopen the lid.
Q: I heard “ Device not ready.” What should I do?
A: This means the AED is not ready for a cardiac emergency. Continue with
the rest of the wireless setup.
When you are finished, contact Physio-Control Customer Support for assistance.
Confirm the Wi-Fi Connection
With the AED in its permanent location, listen for the following voice prompts:
a. “Wi-Fi connection initiated,” followed by “Connection in
progress.” There will be a pause while the AED connects.
b. “Connection established.”
Once a Wi-Fi connection is established, the AED will update your online
account with its current status. The AED beeps every few seconds during the
update process.
c. When all updates are complete, you will hear “ Communication
complete.”
- If the AED does not have cellular capability, you will hear “ Powering off.” Continue with step 7.
- If the AED has cellular capability, continue with step 6.
FAQs
Q: I heard “Unable to establish Wi-Fi network connection.” What
should I do?
A: This may mean that the signal strength at your location is not strong
enough to connect the AED to the Wi-Fi network. After you hear “ Powering
off ,” move the AED installation closer to your Wi-Fi access point and try
again. If you need assistance, contact Physio-Control Customer Support.
Q: I heard “ Wi-Fi not configured ,” and I want to use a Wi-Fi
network. What should I do?
A: Repeat step 3, or contact Physio-Control Customer Support for
assistance.
Confirm the cellular connection, if applicable.
f your AED has cellular capability, it will attempt a cellular connection
immediately after the Wi-Fi connection in step 5. This occurs whether or not
the Wi-Fi connection was successful. Listen for the following voice prompts:
a. “Mobile connection initiated, ” followed by “Connection in
progress.” There will be a pause while the AED connects.
b. “Connection established.” Once a cellular connection is established,
the AED will update your online account with its current status. The AED beeps
every few seconds during the update process.
Note: If your account was already updated during the Wi-Fi connection,
the updates are not repeated.
c. When all updates are complete, you will hear “Communication complete,”
followed by “Powering Off.
FAQs
Q: I heard “Unable to establish mobile network connection.” What should I
do?
A: This may mean that the signal strength at your location is not strong
enough to connect the AED to the cellular network. If possible, move the AED
installation and try again. If you need assistance, contact Physio-Control
Customer Support.
Return to your computer, log in to your account, and verify that the AED is ready.
Note: See step 1 for information about logging in to your account.
Go to the Equipment page and verify that the status of your AED says ‘ Ready ’ in green.
The wireless setup is now complete.
Please return to step 9 in the Getting Started Guide for instructions about
storing your AED.
The Getting Started Guide also has important information about training
options and AED maintenance.
RF Exposure Information
The LIFEPAK CR2 defibrillator is designed and manufactured to not exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government, the Industry Canada (IC) and the Council of the European Union (CE)
The exposure standards for wireless devices employ a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR limits are shown in the table below.
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FCC/IC (1g)
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EU (10g)
---|---|---
Limit
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1.6 W/kg
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2.0 W/kg
The Highest Reported Body Value (3 cm gap)
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< 1.0 W/kg
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< 0.8 W/kg
The maximum SAR level of this device is below the limits. Nevertheless, this device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during wireless data transmission is minimized.
Note : When carrying or using the device, maintain a distance of 3 cm (1.18 inch) to ensure compliance with RF exposure requirements.
How to get help.
If you need assistance, contact Physio-Control Customer Support. See the
contact list included with this guide for region-specific phone numbers. When
you call, be prepared to provide your AED serial number (recorded in step 4 of
the Getting Started Guide).
Stryker Emergency Care PO Box 97006 Redmond, WA 98073-9706 USA + 1 800
STRYKER
+ 1 800 787 9537
+ 1 425 867 4000
stryker.com/emergencycare