Part 1: Get Started; Chapter 1: Begin Your Dexcom G6; Introduction; Resources - Dexcom G6 User Manual

Chapter 1
Get Started:
Begin Your Dexcom G6
Monitoring System (G6) Journey

1.1 Introduction

Welcome to the G6 continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) family!
This User Guide supports you in getting to know your G6. We also have numerous other resources available
to help you to get the most out of your G6.
After this chapter, you'll be able to:
• Locate different training resources
• Explain why you need a Dexcom
Images in this User Guide are representational and may differ from your system.

1.2 Resources

Tutorial
Our tutorial walks you through your first sensor session, including picking a display device, inserting the
sensor, and using alarm/alerts.
Your First Sensor Session tutorial is available two ways:
• Online: dexcom.com/Support
• USB card: In the receiver package
In-App Videos
Watch the videos in your app to find out more:
• Overview: See how your CGM shows where your sensor glucose is now, where it's going, and where it's
been
• Sensor Insertion: Walks through inserting your sensor
• Transmitter Attachment: Walks through snapping your transmitter into place
• Treatment Decisions: Learn how to use your G6 to make treatment decisions, like dosing for highs and
treating for lows
You can watch these videos when you set up your app or anytime at Settings > Help > Videos.
Guides
Getting Started Guides
Two guides included in your receiver package:
• Getting Started: Your First Sensor Session complements the tutorial by providing the same instructions in
a book. You can use it with the tutorial or on its own!
• Beyond Getting Started: Everything Else has information for you to refer to later, like how to troubleshoot
issues and warranty details.
User Guide
This User Guide gives you the most extensive overview of the system, detailing features, important safety
information, and so much more.
To download an eBook of the User Guide visit dexcom.com/guides.
The G6 User Guide is grouped into four parts:

Part 1: Get Started

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