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3. Appearance and Key functions
of the meter
The principle of the method
When glucose reacts with the reagents on the test strips, an electrical current
is produced, which is proportional to the glucose concentration in the blood sample.
The glucose concentration is calculated by the meter and based on the current measured.
1.Test strip slot - When the strip is inserted into the slot, the meter will
automatically turn on.
2. LCD Display - Guide you through the test using symbols and simple messages.
3. M Key - Power ON/OFF, also for memory recalling mode, please refer to
manual for detailed function description.
4. C Key - Setting mode, please refer to manual for detailed function description.
5. RS232 port - Cable connection and data transmitting. The built-in Bluetooth
also supports the data transmitting.
6. Battery Compartment - Where batteries are located.
7. Ejector - Remove used strip.
*If your meter has the backlight feature, it will be on in every operation
to increase the readability in operation, hence help the user to
operate the meter more smoothly.