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Troubleshooting GALE

USB Cameras - Finish Exam

"Unplug to Finish" Otoscope

On some otoscope and exam camera activities, you may be prompted to unplug the camera to finish (close) the exam. Simply unplug/detach the camera from the USB port on the GALE tablet. Video Example

Related Resources:

  1. Video - unplug camera to finish

  2. Video - how to use a USB camera during a call

USB Cameras - How to use during a call

How to use a USB Camera during a call 
  1. Open the sidebar menu on the top left of the Zoom screen
  2. Select the applicable camera sensor
  3. Follow the in-call instructions on how to prepare the camera
  4. Press the green "Start" button
  5. Accept the screen sharing permissions​

    1. If there is just one option, select "Share now"

    2. If there are multiple options

      1. Select "Entire Screen" from the dropdown​

      2. Tap "Start"

  6. Wait for the screen to share. This can take up to 10 seconds

  7. Plug in the USB Camera

  8. If applicable, turn it on

  9. Accept the on-screen permissions

  10. Take images by tapping the screen or using the capture image button on the bottom right side of the screen

  11. Unplug the camera to complete the exam. Note: not all cameras require this step​​

  12. Go back to the call

    1. Tap the floating call button and select "Back to Call"​

    2. Tap the Clinics tab along the bottom navigation menu

  13. Complete the call

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Tips on using a USB Camera during a call
  • Do not plug in the camera before the call. If you take images before starting a call, unplug the camera when the exam is complete and re-attach it during the call, following the in-call instructions in the sensor menu.
  • ​If you're unsure when to plug in/unplug the camera, do both of these during the Camera Activity
Related Resources:

  1. Video - unplug camera to finish

  2. Video - how to use a USB camera during a call

USB Cameras - Black Screen

Do not attempt to take an image when the camera activity has a black screen (move the camera around and adjust the brightness to try and find an image). Doing so may cause the app to become unresponsive.

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If the USB Camera has a black screen + permissions are requested

  1. Unplug the camera and plug it back in. Ensure the permission request appears.​

  2. If the permission request does appear

    1. Ensure the camera is turned on, if the camera requires​

    2. Play with the little scrolly-wheel on the side of the cable or camera to ensure the light is turned on.

    3. End the session and/or restart the tablet

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If the USB Camera has a black screen + no permissions are requested

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1. Test the camera on another device

  1. Plug the otoscope into a computer without the adapter

    1. Light comes on, works → Camera is fine; problem is the adapter

    2. Light doesn't come on, doesn't work → Camera may be faulty

  2. Plug the otoscope into a computer with the adapter

    1. Light comes on, works → Something may be going on with GALE

    2. Light doesn't come on, doesn't work → use test from above

  3. You can open a camera app on your computer for this test to see more camera results

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2. Test the adapter on another device

  1. Use the same adapter with another known-working device (e.g., flash drive, keyboard, another camera) on your computer

    1. Works → Adapter is fine

    2. Doesn't work → Adapter is faulty

Related Resources:

  1. Basic Troubleshooting

  2. Video - Common Issues

USB Cameras - Unresponsive or Crashing

Rarely, GALE may become unresponsive or crash while using a USB Camera. Most often, this is because of the tablet's camera driver, USB speed, and OTG support. 

The following are some tips to maintain responsiveness when using a USB Camera with GALE.
 

  1. Do not use the power button to turn off a USB camera while the camera activity is running. Do: unplug the camera to turn it off.

  2. Do not attempt to take an image when the camera activity has a black screen (move the camera around and adjust the brightness to try and find an image). Do: unplug the camera and try again if this happens.

  3. Do: plug the camera in to begin the activity. Some cameras do not require this, but if you are experiencing issues, try this sequence. This is applicable both when using the camera independently and during a Zoom video call.

  4. Do: unplug the camera to end the activity. Some cameras do not require this, but most do. 

  5. Do not try and navigate the app while the app appears unresponsive. Tapping the screen to try and recover the camera will put additional strain on the system. Do: navigate the app slowly. Wait for pages to load, permissions to display, and screens to share. If a camera appears to be unresponsive, wait.

  6. If you receive a message that GALE has become unresponsive, close the app, unplug the camera, and restart the tablet. 

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Known issues:
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  • Crash: Using the Otoscope or Exam Camera immediately after the GALE device wakes from a black screen will cause the measurement to crash if it is performed in the first session or encounter initialized after wake-up.

    • Resolve: Wake up the device using the side button on the GALE tablet > begin a guest session > end the guest session > begin another session. Or, if you experienced the crash, begin a new session immediately. Don't turn off or restart your device.

    • Note: This does not appear to affect all devices. If you have not seen this issue, your device may not be affected.​ See video

Related Resources:

  1. Basic Troubleshooting

  2. Video - Using a USB Camera during a Zoom call​

  3. Video - unplug camera to finish

Stethoscope Tips (Mintti)

Can't hear the stethoscope

The stethoscope audio does not come through the GALE tablet speaker. To listen to the stethoscope, plug in a pair of good-quality headphones directly into the stethoscope.

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If you cannot hear audio with headphones plugged in:

  1. Ensure the Stethoscope is turned on. If it won't turn on, ensure it's charged. 

  2. Ensure you can see the pleth on the stethoscope display screen. This will indicate there is audio to be heard

  3. Ensure the volume is turned up. Use the up and down arrows on the face of the Stethoscope

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The stethoscope won't connect during the same exam

  • ​​Do ensure the stethoscope is close to the GALE tablet - at least 2 arm's length.

    • Do not use the stethoscope from too far away 

    • If this happens: wait at least 2 minutes before trying to reconnect​

  • Do ensure Bluetooth is toggled on

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The stethoscope won't reconnect during the same exam

  • ​​Do press "Disconnect" on GALE before turning off the stethoscope

    • Do not turn the stethoscope off during the exam

    • If this happens: end the session and restart the tablet before trying to connect again for another exam

  • Do wait at least 1 minute between exams

    • Do not try to reconnect the stethoscope right away

    • If this happens: 

      • Wait at least 2 minutes before trying to reconnect

      • Toggle on/off Bluetooth

        • Go to Menu > Settings

        • Bluetooth

        • Toggle Bluetooth off

        • Toggle Bluetooth on

        • Go back to GALE

        • Try the stethoscope again

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Other tips

  • Ensure the stethoscope is placed on bare skin.

  • Ensure there is no fabric rubbing against the top of the stethoscope. Even the backside of the stethoscope is very sensitive.

Related Resources:

  1. Basic Troubleshooting

  2. Video - Common Issues

  3. Insights - Troubleshooting Stethoscope

Using the Stethoscope during a call

Issues with the Stethoscope during a call
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GALE-related issues

  1. Can't hear/connection issues - here

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Provider-related issues

  1. The provider can't hear the stethoscope - here

  2. The stethoscope is quiet - here

  3. The quality of the stethoscope is poor - here

Related Resources:

  1. Basic Troubleshooting

  2. GALE - Troubleshooting Stethoscope

  3. Insights - Troubleshooting Stethoscope

Bluetooth devices won't connect

Ensure the device is close to GALE

Before beginning the measurement, ensure the Bluetooth device is about an arm's length away.

Ensure Bluetooth is toggled on 

  1. Open GALE Menu (bottom right)

  2. Select Settings

  3. Open "Bluetooth" from the side menu

  4. Ensure the Bluetooth toggle is on​

A single device won't connect

If Bluetooth is toggled on, ensure the Bluetooth device is paired â€‹

  1. Open GALE Menu (bottom right)

  2. Settings

  3. Open "Bluetooth" from the side menu

  4. Ensure the device is in pairing mode​

  5. Tap the device under "Available Devices" or "Pair New Device" or "More" etc.​

No Bluetooth devices will connect

If Bluetooth is toggled on, check Location Services

  1. Open Android Settings - how to

  2. Go to or search "Location Services"

  3. Ensure "Use Location" is toggled on

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Related Resources:

  1. Basic Troubleshooting

  2. Video - Common Issues

Troubleshooting Bluetooth Keyboards

How to pair a Bluetooth keyboard

Ensure the Bluetooth keyboard is Paired 

  1. Open Android Settings - how to

  2. Go to or search "Bluetooth"

  3. Ensure the device is in pairing mode​

  4. Tap the device under "Available Devices" or "Pair New Device" or "More" etc.​

The Bluetooth keyboard closes the GALE app

If every time you connect or use a Bluetooth keyboard the GALE application closes, check to ensure the keyboard is in "Tablet" mode.

  1. Open Android settings

  2. Go to or search "Pen and Keyboard"

  3. Tap "Physical Keyboard"

  4. Tap "System mode when a keyboard is connected"

  5. Ensure “Tablet” is selected (and not PC mode)

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Related Resources:

  1. Basic Troubleshooting

  2. Video - Common Issues

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