Laerdal SimPad SkillReporter User Manual

SimPad SkillReporter

User Guide

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INTRODUCTION

SimPad is a wireless touchscreen device for use with Laerdal manikins. This version
is installed with SkillReporter software for Basic Life Support (BLS) training. To get
feedback on the CPR performance, use QCPR enabled manikins, either Resusci Anne
or Resusci Baby. SkillReporter has two modes, BLS Learner and BLS Instructor.

BLS Learner gives
feedback on CPR done
on a single manikin.

BLS Instructor

enables the instructor
to provide AED training.
Feedback can be displayed
from up to 6 manikins.

Introduction

SkillReporter

Adjust brightness, clock,
and more.

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Introduction

CONTENT

1 Introduction 2

Content 3
What’s in the box 4

2 Get Started 5

Charge the battery 5
Startup 5

3 Connect 6

Connectors 6
Connecting manikins 6
Connect to one manikin using USB cable 7
Connect using WiFi 7
Select manikins 8
Set up and select network 9
Laerdal Router 9
Edit manikin name 10
Can’t find a manikin? 10

4 SimPad SkillReporter 11

How to use SimPad SkillReporter 11
BLS Learner 12
BLS Instructor 13
Choose algorithm 14
Manage Learners 15
Event registration 17
Defibrillator features 18
Live feedback 20
Timeline 21
Results 22
BLS Settings 25
Get manikin information 26

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5 Manikin Error State 27
Red light on Resusci Anne Manikin 27

1

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

Introduction

SimPad

SimPad to Manikin Cable

SimPad to PC Cable

User Guide for SkillReporter Important Product Information

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SimPad Sleeve

Power Cable

Power Adaptor

SimPad

Important Product Information

Get Started

CHARGE THE BATTERY

Connect SimPad to the AC adapter and plug it into a wall outlet.
When the battery charges, the yellow LED flashes.
When the battery is fully charged, the yellow LED glows steadily.
If you start SimPad when the battery level is very low, the red LED flashes.

STARTUP

Press and hold down the Power button for half a second to switch on the SimPad. The
first startup can take a few minutes. You are prompted to set the time, date, language,
and device name.

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CONNECTORS

Connect

USB port for
connection to
manikin or PC

CONNECTING MANIKINS

There are several ways to connect SimPad to the manikins. When connecting SimPad
to only one manikin, use either the USB cable or WiFi. No router is needed.

When connecting SimPad to more than one manikin (up to 6), use a WiFi connection
with a router. We recommend using the Laerdal Router as it simplifies the setup and
improves stability.

Ethernet LAN
connection

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Power adaptor
connection

Connect

CONNECT TO ONE MANIKIN USING USB CABLE

The USB cable provides the most reliable connection when connecting SimPad to
one manikin. When using the USB cable, the manikin is powered by SimPad. To avoid a
quick battery discharge when the manikin is powered by SimPad, we recommend you
plug in the power adaptor.

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CONNECT USING WIFI

For wireless use, make sure the manikin is in WiFi
mode, indicated by the green WiFi symbol on the
manikin’s control panel. The toggle button toggles
between cable, WiFi, and Bluetooth mode.

Toggle button

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SELECT MANIKINS

If you start a session without having manikins connected, you are prompted to select
manikin(s). In BLS Learner you can only select one manikin. This happens automatically
if the manikin is connected through the USB cable, or if only one manikin is available.
In BLS Instructor you can choose up to 6 manikins.

Tap the manikin icon to
access this screen

Selected

Connected

Occupied (in use by another
SimPad)

Lost Connection

Connect

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Connect

SET UP AND SELECT NETWORK

If you have selected more than one manikin (BLS Instructor), you are prompted to
choose a network. The network enables communication between several manikins and
SimPad. We recommend that you use the Laerdal Router (purchased separately) to
establish the network.

LAERDAL ROUTER
Let the router start up completely (approx. 2 minutes) before starting up SimPad and
the manikins. Also make sure the router switch is set to Router or AP, not Client. For
optimal performance, place the router above floor level. Do not reset or otherwise
change the router (i.e. password, configuration etc). To reboot, simply disconnect and
reconnect the power. To power the router, use only the included USB power supply
(5V). Using the SimPad power supply (12V) may cause permanent damage to the
router. A network from a Laerdal Router is listed as LaerdalNetMobile.

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Router switch

Reset button (do not use)Power connector