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Summary of Contents for Sparrow Link Hub
- Page 1 Sparrow Link Hub ® Instructions for Use (tAN : Transcutaneous Auricular Neurostimulation) ®...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
If you have any other questions or concerns, please contact Spark Biomedical, Inc at (844) 654-SPRK (7775). For more detailed instructions, visit Sparrow Link resources at sparkbiomedical.com/research/sparrow-link . S P A R R O W L I N K H U B : I N S T R U C T I O N S F O R U S E... -
Page 3: Device Description
. Connect the Sparrow Link Hub to your PC with a USB-C to USB-A cable (not included) . Then, using the built-in Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) communication protocol, send Sparrow Link API commands to the Sparrow Link Pulse Generator via the Hub . -
Page 4: Sparrow Link Hub - Model 940
Sparrow Link Hub – Model 940 The Sparrow Link Hub has an onboard BLE chip, one USB-C input for serial communication to a PC, and two BNC connections to receive input signals for stimulation triggering . Connect the Hub to your PC, then using the Sparrow Link API, pair the Hub to your Sparrow Link Pulse Generator . -
Page 5: Connect The Hub
Next, find your COM Port by navigating to your PC's Device Manager control panel. Under “Ports (COM & LPT)” the Sparrow Link Hub will appear as “Silicon Labs CP210x USB to UART Bridge”. Here you will find the name of the COM Port into which the Hub is connected . -
Page 6: Using The Api
Pair the Hub to the Sparrow Link Pulse Generator a . Power on the Sparrow Link Pulse Generator then navigate to and select the BLE icon at the bottom of the screen . Select “OK” to turn on Bluetooth . The 6-digit serial number needed to connect is shown when Bluetooth is advertised on the controller . - Page 7 Input Description Serial Enter the 6-digit serial number Connects the Sparrow Link Hub to the Sparrow Link Pulse (SN) displayed on the Sparrow Generator and sets the Sparrow Link Pulse Generator system Link Pulse Generator in time to match the date and time of your computer .
- Page 8 Enable triggering for BOTH the Inner and Outer channels via Channel A & B on the Hub . For the full list of commands, see the Sparrow Link API documentation in the documentation section at sparkbiomedical.com/research/sparrow-link . Note: BLE latency will vary between operating environments but should not exceed 2 seconds .
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Page 9: Triggering
Triggering Sparrow Link Hub supports external hardware trigging . Simply connect your signal to the intended channels using the BNC connections on the Hub and set the Pulse Generator into triggering mode with the API commands . Follow these steps for triggering . -
Page 10: Updating The Hub
Updating the Hub When a new firmware version is available, follow these steps to update your Sparrow Link Hub. First, follow steps 1-3 on page 4 to connect the Hub to your PC . Download Firmware Updates to your PC Four files contain the firmware needed to update the Hub. -
Page 11: Troubleshooting
ConnectSync() command . For help with the Sparrow Link Pulse Generator see the Sparrow Link Instructions for Use . Is the problem not listed here? Contact Spark Biomedical for further assistance at (844) 654-SPRK (7775) . For more detailed instructions, visit Sparrow Link resources at sparkbiomedical.com/research/sparrow-link . -
Page 12: Maintenance And Cleaning
Maintenance and Cleaning Maintenance Changing the Earpiece Earpieces are daily disposable and should be changed out every 24 hours . Earpieces are not intended to be cleaned or reused . Prolonged use may cause damage to the skin and degrade stimulation performance. To change the Earpiece, first stop simulation . - Page 13 The Pulse Generator and Cable may be cleaned and sanitized as needed and should be sanitized between each user . Do not use corrosive substances such as bleach to clean any part of Sparrow Link . Do not use the Pulse Generator or Cable if the devices appear damaged . If a dampened cloth with water is not effective at removing debris from the Pulse Generator or Cable, you may use a cloth dampened with 91% isopropyl alcohol .
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Page 14: Product Handling
System Storage/Transport Conditions • Unplug the Sparrow Link Hub from your PC to power off the device . Remove any cables from the USB-C port and BNC connections for long-term storage . Make sure the Pulse Generator is turned off before storing it . For long-term storage, remove the 3 AAA batteries from the Sparrow Link Pulse Generator . -
Page 15: General Warnings And Cautions
Only connect Sparrow Link or Sparrow Ascent components to approved components listed in this manual . • The Sparrow Ascent Cable model 810 may cause strangulation . Do not allow children to use or play with the Sparrow Ascent . •... -
Page 16: Cautions
Pulse Generator dry . • Do not use the Sparrow Link Hub model 940 in wet environments . Always keep the Hub dry . • Do not use the Sparrow Ascent Cable model 810 in wet environments . Always keep the Cable and Cable connectors dry . -
Page 17: User Safety
• Do not use the device in unintended areas . • Do not use other devices in/on the ear at the same time as Sparrow Link or Sparrow Ascent . Note • Electromagnetic interference—This device conforms to ANSI/AAMI/EN/IEC 60601-1 2:2014 . -
Page 18: Technical Details
BLE communication performance issues . BLE Distance Sparrow Link Pulse Generator can safely be used around other wireless and cellular equipment .Standard BLE distanc- es and line of site requirements apply – direct line of site max distance is 10m, obscured line of site max distance is 3m . -
Page 19: Ble Use
The Sparrow Link Hub offers a wireless configuration of the Sparrow Link Pulse Generator using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) . This interface can trigger stimulation ON or OFF, export Sparrow Link Pulse Generator history, erase history, reset to default factory settings, and configure custom stimulation parameters and Pulse Generator settings . -
Page 20: System Information
System Information Symbols and Nomenclature Description Device Model Number and Name Disposal Manufacture Date Caution Manufacturer Warning Serial # Applied Part FCC Symbol and ID Note Expiration Date Single-Use Follow Instructions for Use Keep Dry Lot # IP Rating Storage Temperature Contact Information Customer Success: Manufacturer:... - Page 21 Version: LBL-084 Rev 0...
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