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==OSCAR Help==
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This installation guide is part of the suite of OSCAR help articles. See [[OSCAR Help]].
  
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==Download page==
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==OSCAR installation process==
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OSCAR is available at the official download page: '''https://sleepfiles.com/OSCAR/'''
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Installing OSCAR requires only a few steps:
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# Download the OSCAR installer for your computer from [https://www.sleepfiles.com/OSCAR/ the official download page].
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# Install OSCAR. This process differs for each type of computer, [[#Download and install|see below]] for details.
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# Run OSCAR and select where you want OSCAR to save your data when it asks you. You can simply accept its recommendation.
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## '''Note:''' Do not select the SD card itself as the destination. Select a location on your PC hard drive (or just accept the recommendation).
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# If you've been using SleepyHead, [[#Migrating or copying SleepyHead data|see below]] for how to migrate your previous SleepyHead data. Otherwise, see "[[Running OSCAR for the first time]]" to set up a new profile and import the data from your machine.
  
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There are OSCAR versions available for Windows, Apple Mac and Linux.
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==Download and install==
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OSCAR is available at the official download page: '''https://www.sleepfiles.com/OSCAR/'''
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There are OSCAR versions available for Windows, Apple Mac and Linux. Detailed instructions may be found at the following links:
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* [[OSCAR Installation: Windows]]
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* [[OSCAR Installation: Apple Mac]]
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* [[OSCAR Installation: Linux]]
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* [[OSCAR Installation: Chrome OS]]
  
 
You may also read the page in a number of different languages - the list of languages is along the top of the page.
 
You may also read the page in a number of different languages - the list of languages is along the top of the page.
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OSCAR is open source software, and there are links to the source code near the bottom of the page. Note that this is for software developers - the great majority of users don't need to worry about the source code.
 
OSCAR is open source software, and there are links to the source code near the bottom of the page. Note that this is for software developers - the great majority of users don't need to worry about the source code.
  
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==Windows version==
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== OSCAR data folder ==
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OSCAR needs to set up a folder to store your data in. Click '''OK''' to accept the recommended folder or '''No''' to select an alternative folder. '''Note:''' Do not select the SD card itself as the destination. Select a location on your PC hard drive (or just accept the recommendation).<br /><br />
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===32 bit or 64 bit===
 
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The Windows version is available as both 32 bit and 64 bit. In general the 32 bit version would be used on older computers and the 64 bit on later computers. If you are unsure which version to use, type "About Windows" into the Windows search bar. A new window will open giving details about your computer, including whether it is a 32 bit or 64 bit system. (See image) If you are still in doubt, select the 32 bit version.
 
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[[File:About Windows.png|300px|thumb|right|About Windows: Click for a larger version]]
 
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===Download process===
 
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* In page https://sleepfiles.com/OSCAR/ click the link for Windows 32 bit or 64 bit download.
 
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* The installation file will now download to your computer
 
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** '''Important:''' Some web browsers (eg Chrome) may give you a warning that the downloaded file is unsafe and may damage your computer. Provided you have downloaded Oscar from the link above you can safely ignore this warning and select "Keep file". Browsers other than Chrome (eg Edge, Firefox) may use a different format, but the concept is the same.
 
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** The usual (default) location for a downloaded file is '''My Downloads''' or '''C:\user\xxx\downloads''' where the xxx is replaced by your name (eg C:\user\bill\downloads)
 
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** You may have set your computer so that the default is in a different location.
 
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* Navigate to the download folder and identify the OSCAR installation file. It will have a name similar to, not not necessarily exactly the same as '''OSCAR-1.0.0-beta-7-Win32-57c3e4c3.exe'''
 
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** Double-click on this file to commence installation.
 
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Because OSCAR is a new product and is not published by one of the big software companies, Windows and the various anti-virus programs may see it as a dangerous program or virus. Provided you have obtained OSCAR from the official download page, it is quite safe and these warnings can be ignored.
 
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Windows may attempt to block the execution of this program. You will see a popup window saying "Windows protected your PC".
 
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[[File:Windows Protection 1.png]] 
 
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Click on the "'''More info'''" button, and an option to "Run anyway" will appear. Click on this option.
 
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[[File:Windows Protection 2.png]]
 
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At this point your anti-virus software may also block execution. Again you will need to select the option to run the file anyway - the exact details will vary considerably depending on which type of anti-virus software you have.
 
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[[File:Virus Protection.png]]
 
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Once you have got through the protection screens, OSCAR will continue its installation process. A series of information screens and dialog boxes will guide you through the process. In all cases, just select "OK" unless you have a specific reason not to.
 
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* '''Setup Language''' defaults to English, but you can select one of the other supported languages if you prefer.
 
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* '''Destination Location''' defaults to C:\Program Files\OSCAR. You can just accept this or browse for an alternative location if you prefer. (Generally accept the default).
 
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* '''Start Menu Folder''' sets the location where Windows will place the shortcut to run OSCAR. Accept the default.
 
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* '''Additional tasks''' OSCAR will offer to place a shortcut icon on your desktop. Most users will accept this. You can de-select this option if you prefer.
 
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* '''Ready to Install'''  gives a summary of the selections you have made. Click on '''Install''' to complete the installation or '''<Back''' to go back and make any changes.
 
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* '''Completing the OSCAR Setup Wizard''' OSCAR is now installed and ready to go. You can chose to launch OSCAR immediately.
 
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===Running OSCAR for the first time and migrating SleepyHead data===
 
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OSCAR needs to set up a folder to store your data in.
 
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[[File:Oscar data dialog.png]]
 
[[File:Oscar data dialog.png]]
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== Migrating or importing SleepyHead data ==
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If you have previously used SleepyHead, OSCAR gives you two options to bring your existing data across from SleepyHead to OSCAR:
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* '''Migrate''' your data - this is only done once during installation and copies all your SleepyHead data plus your profiles and settings to the new OSCAR data folder. Data is updated as required to reflect changes between SleepyHead and OSCAR.  This is the recommended procedure for the majority of users.
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** Details here: [[Migrating SleepyHead data]]
  
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If you have previously used SleepyHead, OSCAR can copy your SleepyHead data into the new OSCAR data folder. Select '''OK''' for OSCAR to copy your SleepyHead data or else select '''No'''.
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* '''Import''' your data from SleepyHead or other OSCAR profile - this can be done anytime after OSCAR has been installed and run. Importing the data only brings the raw data from your CPAP machine and doesn't bring across your profiles or settings. Importing only works if SleepyHead was set up to save a backup copy of your machine data. This process is a little more convoluted and is only recommended for users who are comfortable importing data from files on their computer.
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** Details here: [[Importing SleepyHead data]]
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[[File:SleepyHead request.PNG]]
 
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If you select '''Yes''' OSCAR will then open a file selector window, where you can locate and select your SleepyHead data folder. OSCAR will then copy all the data across to the new OSCAR data folder, with a bar chart to mark its progress.
 
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On completion of the data migration, [OSCAR will open for the first time|Running OSCAR for the first time]
 
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Latest revision as of 20:59, 11 December 2022

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OSCAR Help

This installation guide is part of the suite of OSCAR help articles. See OSCAR Help.

OSCAR installation process

Installing OSCAR requires only a few steps:

  1. Download the OSCAR installer for your computer from the official download page.
  2. Install OSCAR. This process differs for each type of computer, see below for details.
  3. Run OSCAR and select where you want OSCAR to save your data when it asks you. You can simply accept its recommendation.
    1. Note: Do not select the SD card itself as the destination. Select a location on your PC hard drive (or just accept the recommendation).
  4. If you've been using SleepyHead, see below for how to migrate your previous SleepyHead data. Otherwise, see "Running OSCAR for the first time" to set up a new profile and import the data from your machine.

Download and install

OSCAR is available at the official download page: https://www.sleepfiles.com/OSCAR/

There are OSCAR versions available for Windows, Apple Mac and Linux. Detailed instructions may be found at the following links:

You may also read the page in a number of different languages - the list of languages is along the top of the page.

OSCAR is open source software, and there are links to the source code near the bottom of the page. Note that this is for software developers - the great majority of users don't need to worry about the source code.

OSCAR data folder

OSCAR needs to set up a folder to store your data in. Click OK to accept the recommended folder or No to select an alternative folder. Note: Do not select the SD card itself as the destination. Select a location on your PC hard drive (or just accept the recommendation).

Oscar data dialog.png


Migrating or importing SleepyHead data

If you have previously used SleepyHead, OSCAR gives you two options to bring your existing data across from SleepyHead to OSCAR:

  • Migrate your data - this is only done once during installation and copies all your SleepyHead data plus your profiles and settings to the new OSCAR data folder. Data is updated as required to reflect changes between SleepyHead and OSCAR. This is the recommended procedure for the majority of users.
  • Import your data from SleepyHead or other OSCAR profile - this can be done anytime after OSCAR has been installed and run. Importing the data only brings the raw data from your CPAP machine and doesn't bring across your profiles or settings. Importing only works if SleepyHead was set up to save a backup copy of your machine data. This process is a little more convoluted and is only recommended for users who are comfortable importing data from files on their computer.

Note that both Migrate and Import leave the existing SleepyHead data untouched so you can still use SleepyHead if you wish to.




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