Dexcom G5 Mobile - Transmitter Overview

Dexcom G5 Mobile System User Guide
46What Is the Dexcom G5?
Transmitter Overview
Figure 2. Dexcom G5 Transmitter Front and Back
Please Note: Pictures above are representational only; your transmitter may look different
Snapping into the sensor pod, the transmitter wirelessly sends your glucose information to
your display devices—receiver and/or smart device. If you have a new transmitter, only open
the package when you are ready to use it.
Transmitter features:
• Reusable
– Do not discard after sensor session.
– Only for you, don’t share transmitter.
• Water resistant
• Can transmit data to your display devices for up to 20 feet
– Range is less if you are in or under water.
• Battery lasts approximately three months
– Receiver or smart devices prompts you when battery is running low.
• Serial number is on the back
More transmitter features and insertion information is in Chapter 6.
Now that you are familiar with the sensor and transmitter, let’s review the Dexcom G5
receiver.