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3.7 Program Upgrade
You can upgrade the pulse oximeter software by downloading the upgrade software through a
serial port. The upgrade software can run directly on a personal computer. You can upgrade
the following programs by connecting the pulse oximeter with the personal computer through
a PC communication cable:
Bootstrap program
System program
Multilingual library
BMP resource files (including screen icons, startup screen and standby screen)
General configurations (including password and company name)
System function configurations
SpO
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module program
For details, refer to help and instructions for program upgrade.
Caution
z Disconnect the pulse oximeter from the patient and make sure the important data
are saved before upgrade.
z Do not shut down or power off the equipment when upgrading the bootstrap
program. It may cause the equipment to break down.
z Program upgrade should be performed by qualified service personnel only.
NOTE
z After upgrading the bootstrap program, re-upgrade the system program and other
programs to ensure compatibility.
z Make sure the version of the upgrade package is what you desire. If you want to
obtain the latest upgrade package, contact our Customer Service Department.