It automates the transfer of patient demographics, examination data, and complex measurements (such as topographer maps or biometry data) directly from the device to a designated storage location or software, eliminating the need for manual data entry. Core Functionalities
Users should ensure that the COM port settings on the PC match those configured on the Tomey device. Standard recommended settings include a , Data Length of 7 , Parity set to "Even" , Stop Bit of 1 , and Flow Control set to "None" . The PC must also have sufficient storage capacity to hold the incoming patient data, which can include high-resolution images from instruments like the EM-4000 specular microscope. Additionally, any network configuration, such as assigning static IP addresses to devices, should be performed with the consent and assistance of the clinic's network administrator.
Older Tomey units often use serial connections (RS-232C cables) to communicate with PCs. TOMEY DICOM Connect - Tutorial
┌───────────────────────────┐ ┌──────────────────────────────┐ ┌───────────────────────────┐ │ Tomey Diagnostic Device │ ──────> │ Tomey Data Transfer Software │ ──────> │ Practice EMR / PMS / │ │ (e.g., MR-6000, OA-2000) │ LAN/ │ (Parses & Formats Output) │ Shared │ Local Storage Directory │ └───────────────────────────┘ RS232 └──────────────────────────────┘ Folder └───────────────────────────┘ Core Technical Features and Capabilities Tomey Data Transfer Software
This client-side application is installed on a designated computer, such as a practice management workstation or a server within a clinic's local area network (LAN). Once the software is configured and running, it acts as a receiver for data exported directly from the Tomey device. This includes a wide range of examination results, such as biometry measurements for intraocular lens (IOL) calculations, corneal topography maps, pachymetry readings, and even captured images of the ocular anterior segment.
[ Tomey Device ] ---> [ Connection (USB/LAN) ] ---> [ Data Transfer Software ] ---> [ EMR / Network Storage ]
Windows Defender or third-party antivirus software can block the ports used for data transmission. Temporary disabling can isolate this issue. The PC must also have sufficient storage capacity
Ensure that the static IP address assigned to the Tomey device matches the configuration inside the transfer software.
solves this bottleneck. By automating data communication between Tomey’s high-precision diagnostic instruments and a practice's local network or Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems, this software bridges the gap between hardware testing and software archiving.
The digitization of healthcare has placed a heavy burden on specialized medical practices. In ophthalmology, high-value diagnostic equipment often operates in silos. A technician performs a test, prints a result, and a clinician manually types that data into the patient's digital record. This process is time-consuming, prone to transcription errors, and creates fragmented data history. prints a result
(e.g., OA-2000, TMS series) Wavefront Analyzers Core Features and Functionalities
For clinics that need to include contextual information with their data, many Tomey devices feature an "Extended Export" function. This setting allows the inclusion of practice-specific details—such as the clinic ID, name, and address—in the data output. When enabled on the device, the DATA Transfer software receives and saves these extended data sets, which can be particularly useful for multi-location practices that need to differentiate data sources or for research protocols that require detailed metadata.