[Diabetes-Talk] Reading the number on the sensor device

Tue Mar 19 16:35:54 UTC 2019

Oh, wow, that's cool. Good to know.

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From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2019 11:28 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Reading the number on the sensor device

Thanks for the nice compliments. The other important thing to know is that since your data is stored at Dexcom, when you switch to the G6 app, you will be asked if you want to import your data. So you won't lose anything and even the Clarity app stays up to date. 
And I'll give my broken record reminder here. Please call tech support and ask them to send you the overpatches. They work so well with the G6. 
Veronica

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From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2019 7:02 AM
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Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Reading the number on the sensor device

Yes, Veronica is an invaluable resource,, grin.

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From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2019 8:18 AM
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Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Reading the number on the sensor device

That is good.  I made the switch myself, since I had Veronica's wonderful description of how the G6 works.  She was one of the first of us to make the switch, and she gave us a great synopsis of how it all worked!  I switched over soon after she did, so her directions were fresh in my mind.  

I also have a now 21 year old college student living with me who helped me install the G6 app.  It's easy to install, but he helped me do all of the set up for it.  I probably could have done it myself, but he was willing to help.

				Jamie

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From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2019 8:04 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Reading the number on the sensor device

Yep, got it, thanks. Go in to switch and train with a nurse ed this week, grin.

Bridgit

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From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2019 7:12 AM
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Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Reading the number on the sensor device

Bridget,

     Unlike the G5, you have to enter the sensor code each time you change the sensor.  The sensors in each box don't always have the same code, so you need to read it before opening the package.  Just like the transmitter, you can use your phone to take a picture of the code, but I never find that to work for me.  I use Seeing AI to read the code on the package, but you need to do it before opening the package.  You will feel a very distinct flat area on the package, which is where the code is located.

When changing the sensor or using it for the first time, the app will ask you to enter the code either by taking a picture or by entering it manually.  You enter it manually, click on save, confirm the entry and then go back to the main menu.  There will be a Start new sensor button.  Once you tap on it, it says, "Sensor warm up:  1 hour 59 minutes".  You can check this time  to see how much longer you have too.  Once the warm up is complete, you get a message that says "Warm up complete" and you tap OK.  You are done.  You don't even need to enter a blood sugar, unless you really want to compare values.  

When do you start using the G6?  You will need to install the G6 app and delete the G5.  

				Jamie

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From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, March 18, 2019 8:13 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Reading the number on the sensor device

Really? Interesting. I just received my G6 and haven't switched just yet.

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From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, March 18, 2019 8:02 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Jamie Gurganus <jamielgurganus at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Reading the number on the sensor device

With the G6, you have to enter the code that is on the sensor each time you change it.

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> On Mar 18, 2019, at 7:36 PM, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> What do you need the sensor code for unless you need to call and replace one? Or are we talking about the transmitter code?
> 
> Bridgit
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, March 18, 2019 7:06 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Reading the number on the sensor device
> 
> Michael, I use Seeing AI to read the sensor code. I find it easier to get the number before I take the sensor out of its package. If you want the details of how I position it, feel free to give me a call when you have a sensor package in the vicinity.
> Veronica
> 
> 
> "Guide Dogs, First Hand", Veronica Elsea's classic album is now available on iTunes, along with other music from her and from the Guide Dog Glee Club. 
> To learn more, visit:
> http://www.laurelcreekmusic.com
>                Veronica Elsea, Owner
> Laurel Creek Music Designs
> Santa Cruz, California
> Phone: 831-429-6407
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Michael Barber via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, March 18, 2019 4:17 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Michael Barber
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Reading the number on the sensor device
> 
> has anyone come up with a good way to properly read the sensor number on the decks calm unit? I have more trouble doing this than anything else. I have used Seeing AI, and I have also used KNFB Reader, but I’m having trouble getting the correct results.
> 
> Cordially,
> Michael D. Barber
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