PhysioTel Hardware
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Ponemah Error Overview for PhysioTel, PhyioTel HD, and PhysioTel Digital Systems
Common Errors (both PhysioTel Digital and MX2) POPUP TEXT MEANING RECOMMENDATION The Matrix XXX is synchronized [within YYY ms] CLC/MX2 is now synchronized with PC (should only popup ...
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A Consideration When Comparing DSI’s Ambient Pressure Monitor Readings to Other Barometers and the Weather Service
When using DSI pressure transmitters, it is necessary to use an Ambient Pressure Reference. DSI’s ambient pressure monitors report the absolute pressure measured in the room where it is placed. H...
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Accessing the Communication Link Controller (CLC) or Matrix 2.0 (MX2) Diagnostic Page Using a Web Browser
The Matrix 2.0 (MX2) and PhysioTelTM Digital CLC diagnostic page can be accessed directly by using Internet Explorer 11 or the Mozilla FireFox® web browser. Before beginning, you will need to know...
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Activating PhysioTel Digital Implants using the Power On Detector (POD)
The Power On Detector (POD) is a handheld device which can be used to determine if PhysioTel Digital implant is successfully turned on during the magnet swipe. When an implant is first turned on, i...
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Adjusting the RSSI Threshold for a Transceiver (TRX) and a Digital Implant
The RSSI Threshold for the PhysioTel Digital Implants and Transceivers (TRX) can be adjusted in the Communication Link Controller (CLC) Diagnostic page in Ponemah. Changes to the RSSI Threshold sh...
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Ambient Pressure Reference (APR) Specifications and Dimensions
APR-2 Specifications Barometric pressure range 0-1000 mmHg (torr) Initial accuracy +/- 1 mmHg Stability over time ...
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Can an MX2 be reprogrammed to be a CLC or vice versa?
No, the MX2 may not be reprogrammed to a CLC by installing a CLC SD card or by installing CLC firmware onto an MX2. Same is true for a CLC to MX2. The model number and serial number are stored else...
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CLC Firmware Release Notes
Model: Communication Link Controller (CLC) Version: 2.1.23 Date: June 2020 Firmware Release Notes for CLC v2.1.23 indicate revisions made to the CLC Firmware ...
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CLC/MX2 Dimensions
The Matrix 2.0 (MX2) and Communication Link Controller (CLC) have the same dimensions. Dimensions: 7.3 x 4.5 x 2.5 in (185 x 114 x 64 mm)
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CLC/MX2 Power Requirements
The following outline the power requirements/specifications of the CLC and MX2. PoE – this is a 12.95W Max PoE, conforming to the IEEE 802.3af Power-over-Ethernet standard DC jack – 5V @ 2.5A Max ...
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Decontaminating Hardware
All products returned to DSI must be cleaned and decontaminated. Shipments that have not been cleaned and decontaminated will be charged a $100 USD, €82 or £56 handling fee per item. These products...
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DEM Power Specifications
Description Specification Input Voltage 120 VAC / 60 Hz Output Voltage 9 VDC @ 1 Amp (max) Power AC-75 W
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Downloading the MX2 and Communication Link Controller (CLC) Syslog
The Syslog on the PhysioTelTM MX2 and PhysioTel Digital CLC can be used to help DSI Technical Support diagnose problems with a Digital system. The log is stored automatically stored on the MX2 and...
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DSI does not supply Plenum Rated Ethernet cables
Plenum Rated Ethernet cables are similar to normal Cat5 Ethernet cables, only more fire retardant. Unfortunately, the cables DSI provides are standard Cat5 Ethernet cables, and thus are not Plenum ...
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DSI Product Firmware Overview
Product To locate Firmware version: Current Firmware Version RMC-1 (OpenART) Launch ART Diagnostics | Display menu | Diagnostics PLD: 54 Diag reports “45” RPC-1 (OpenART) PLD:...
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Finding the IP Address of a CLC or MX2
There may be times when it is helpful to know the IP Address of the CLC or MX2. There are two easy ways to locate the IP Address of the CLC or MX2. The instructions below outline the 2 methods fo...
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How to Clean the PhysioDetect Tablet
The PhysioDetect tablet is made with a variety of materials, and each product might have specific cleaning requirements which vary by the part you're cleaning. To get started, here are some tips th...
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How to install the Quad04 Sync Card for use with Ponemah and OpenART
The Measurement Computing PCI board CTR05, which provides time synchronization between DSI’s PhysioTel and PhysioTel HD implants and analog signals, has been discontinued by the manufacturer and is...
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How to monitor small animal subjects in cages with larger dimensions
If a cage is being used that is larger than a single RPC-1, the receivers can be arranged in a Distributed Receiver Array (DRA) to cover a larger area. The DRA feature allows groups of receivers t...
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How to Replace the MX2/CLC SD Card
The following video will walk you through the process used to replace an MX2/CLC SD Card.
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Installing CLC Firmware
Prior to installing, it is recommended to review the CLC Firmware Release Notes. The firmware may be updated from a web browser (video below) or from Ponemah (instructions below video) . The follow...
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Installing MX2 Firmware
Prior to installing, it is recommended to review the MX2 Firmware Release Notes. The firmware may be updated from a web browser (video below) or from Ponemah (instructions below video) . The follow...
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Installing TRX Firmware
Prior to installing, it is recommended to review the TRX Firmware Release Notes. The following are the instruction to install the firmware update. TRX Firmware Compatibility Newer TRX Firmware vers...
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Large Animal Receiver (RMC-1/TRX) Dimensions
The RMC-1 (used with PhysioTel implants) and TRX (used with PhysioTel Digital implants) are typically used when monitoring large animals housed in metal cages. Key Features Stainless steel and pol...
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Maximum cable length specification between PhysioTel Telemetry hardware
The maximum recommended cable length between all PhysioTel Telemetry hardware is 100 meters. This includes: Router → Switch PC → Switch APR-2* → Switch CLC/MX2 → Switch CLC → TRX MX2 → RPC/RSC/R...
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MX2 / CLC Power Light Turns On but is Unresponsive
Symptom When using a power supply instead of PoE, the MX2 / CLC power light immediately turns on but doesn't go through the boot up sequence. The MX2 / CLC is unresponsive and unable to be recogniz...
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MX2 and Receiver Setup Grounding Considerations
Below is a guide to installation and what to look/watch out for when installing or upgrading to an MX2 system. MX2 & Receiver Isolation Isolation is required either at the receiver side or power si...
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MX2 Firmware Release Notes
Model: Matrix 2.0 (MX2) Version: 2.1.164 Date: June 2019 Firmware Release Notes for MX2 v2.1.164 indicate revisions made to the MX2 Firmware version since the relea...
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PhysioTel and PhysioTel HD Cage Spacing Best Practices
DSI has experience using the typical shoe box sized cages but more and more customers are finding that lab space is difficult to come by. Many different configurations are possible depending on th...
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PhysioTel Digital RF Assessment Procedure Using Ponemah
The RSSI Threshold for the PhysioTel™ Digital Implants and Transceivers (TRX) can be adjusted in the Communication Link Controller (CLC) Diagnostic page in Ponemah. Changes to the RSSI Threshold s...
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