Sparrow Link Downloads

Including the Sparrow Link library, researcher app, updates, manuals, and more, the downloads section has it covered.

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Compatibility Matrix
Pulse Generator FW
Researcher App
Hub FW
Python API
Participant App & Dashboard
Use Case
3.1.13
1.1.19
0.0.17
0.0.25
YES
Remote monitoring & standard studies/research
3.0.40
1.1.15
or earlier
0.0.17
0.0.24 or earlier
NO
Standard studies/research
3.0.33
1.1.15
or earlier
0.0.17
0.0.24 or earlier
NO
Standard studies/research
Python API

The Sparrow Link Python API library can be used to modify advanced Pulse Generator settings, including enabling trigger mode to allow external signal inputs via the Hub to trigger stimulation delivery.

Python API
Version 0.0.25
Release Notes
Release Notes: Version 0.0.25

Includes auto-decrement and battery read calls.

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Previous Versions:
Version 0.0.24
Release Notes
Release Notes: Version 0.0.24

Returns false to trigger when trigger made is disabled for both channels and prevents battery read during trigger mode to avoid deadlock.

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Version 0.0.18
Release Notes
Release Notes: Version 0.0.18

ReadHubVersion() updated to handle Hub FW versions with two-digit numbers.

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Researcher Application

The Researcher App connects with a Pulse Generator to extract device use logs and modify stimulation parameters and device behavior. Compatible with Android platforms only.

Researcher App
Version 1.1.19
Release Notes
Release Notes: Version 1.1.19

Configurable auto-shutdown and auto-decrement features. Backend modification to pull the full log history regardless of marker position. Simplifies clinicallogs' share screen to single filename field.

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Previous Versions:
Version 1.1.15
Release Notes
Release Notes: Version 1.1.15

Improves Bluetooth connectivity and a loading spinner accompanies pairing process on information screen. Removes PIN dial for Ascent compatibility.

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Version 1.1.7
Release Notes
Release Notes: Version 1.1.7

Enables the 30 Hz inner / 100 Hz outer frequency combination.

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Version 1.1.3
Release Notes
Release Notes: Version 1.1.3

Updates security key to enable log uploads to SharePoint.

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Version 1.0.44
Release Notes
Release Notes: Version 1.0.44

Fixes inability to enter lowercase alphanumeric characters for serial number input.

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Pulse Generator Firmware

Download the latest firmware to keep your Pulse Generator up to date.

Pulse Generator Firmware
Version 3.1.13
Release Notes
Release Notes: Version 3.1.13

Includes continuous Bluetooth advertising and introduces new auto-shutdown and auto-decrement features. Sham-as-default support in manufacturing.

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Previous Versions:
Version 3.0.40
Release Notes
Release Notes: Version 3.0.40

Retains sham setting over power cycle. Log improvements to record cycling with the user timer and prevent frequency value overwrite. Prohibits stimulation when no cable is connected.

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Version 3.0.33
Release Notes
Release Notes: Version 3.0.33

Retains the serial number after an OTA update.

Hub Firmware

Download the latest firmware to keep your Hub up to date.

Hub Firmware
Version 0.0.17
Release Notes
Release Notes: Version 0.0.17

Fixes issues caused by static analysis changes.

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Instructions for Use

IFUs for each component of the Sparrow Link Platform.

Hub Instructions for Use
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Researcher App Instructions for Use
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Participant App Instructions for Use
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Dashboard Instructions for Use
Download
Quick Start Guide
Download
Specifications
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Pulse Generator Instructions for Use
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IRB & Protocol Resources

Templates to support IRB submissions and protocol development for studies using Sparrow Link.

IRB NSR Summary
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IRB Protocol Sections (PDF)
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IRB Protocol Sections (DOCX)
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Sparrow Link Log Review Tools

The Sparrow Link Dashboard can be used to examine device use logs either by downloading a log via the Researcher App and uploading it to the Dashboard, or by viewing data in real-time via the Participant App with a connected Pulse Generator in the field. Contact a Spark Biomedical representative to learn more about adding these features to your study.

Participant App

Available on the Apple App Store and Google Play. Provides real-time device monitoring, data sharing, and firmware updates. Requires pulse generator FW 3.1.13.

Researcher Dashboard

Secured for authorized users. Receives usage data from the Participant App for storage, display, and analysis. Includes a log parsing tool for reviewing individual device logs.

Sparrow Dashboard