AccuCheck Guide Me: Understanding Bluetooth Broadcasting and Data Sync

Owned by Steven Cooper
Last updated: Nov 07, 2024
2 min read

Overview

The AccuCheck Guide Me glucometer syncs data with the Validic SDK through Bluetooth broadcasting.

For instructions on how to pair the AccuCheck Guide Me see this page.

Device Pairing Specifications

  • Can only pair with one mobile device at a time

  • New pairing overwrites any existing pairing

  • Requires devices to be within 3 feet (1 meter) of each other during pairing

  • Uses a 6-digit PIN found on the back of the meter for pairing

  • Pairing prompt times out after 30 seconds

Device Broadcasting States

The device's Bluetooth status is indicated by an icon on the screen:

  1. Active Broadcasting

  • Icon is flashing

  • Lasts approximately 15 seconds after the device power-on

  1. Connected but Not Broadcasting

  • Icon is solid/non-flashing

  • The device maintains a Bluetooth connection

  1. Disconnected

  • No Bluetooth icon is visible

  • No connection

When Data Syncs Occur

The device will sync readings with the Validic SDK:

  • During the broadcasting window after power-on

  • When manually triggered by turning the device off and back on

  • Any stored, unsynced readings will transfer during the next broadcast window

  • Automatically after each new test when Bluetooth is enabled and connected

Managing Bluetooth Connectivity

To Enable Bluetooth:

  1. With the meter off, press either arrow button to wake

  2. Press and hold until the Bluetooth symbol appears

To Disable Bluetooth:

  1. With the meter off, press either arrow button to wake

  2. Press and hold until the Bluetooth symbol disappears

Additional Features

  • The meter includes time/date auto-sync when paired with a mobile device

  • Results are stored from newest to oldest regardless of timezone changes

  • Disabling Bluetooth does not unpair the device

For detailed pairing instructions, see our AccuCheck Guide Me Pairing Guide. For complete device documentation and safety information, refer to the manufacturer's documentation.