Elpas Solutions 5-MDA00433 MAN-DOWN EMERGENCY CALL TRANSMITTER User Manual

Elpas Solutions Ltd. MAN-DOWN EMERGENCY CALL TRANSMITTER

User Manual

Elpas Man-Down Emergency Call Transmitter
For P/Ns: 5-MDA00433 and 5-MDA00433-1
User Guide
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Introduction
The Elpas Man-Down Emergency Call Transmitter is a holster worn
Active RFID Tag that delivers wireless monitoring and tracking of lone
workers, correctional guards and security personal that may be subject to
attack or injury in high-risk workplace environments.
The transmitter continuously transmits real-time location based security
data which is received and relayed over the Elpas infrastructure to a host
RTLS application or to an integrated 3rd party security platform for
triggering appropriate response protocols.
The transmitter includes two emergency call buttons for manual wireless
duress alerting when the user perceives a personal threat. Additional
features such as an onboard tilt switch and pull cord enable automatic
alerting when the protected staff member is knocked down or if the unit is
grabbed from the protected worker by force. When combined with the on
board low frequency receiver the transmitter delivers precise positioning
data that identifies the individual in trouble and the location of the
evolving security incident.
Man-Down Emergency Call Transmitter
It is important that you understand, and follow the instructions
in this document. Should you have any questions, please
contact your local support representative before proceeding with
the installation, operation or maintenance of these products.
Alert Types
The Man-Down Emergency Call Transmitter will transmit
alert messages should the following events occur:
Manual Duress Call
Pressing the left and the right emergency call push buttons
simultaneously will trigger the transmitter to emit a manual
duress alert.
Man-Down
A built-in tilt sensor will cause the unit to transmit an
automated Man-Down Alert when the unit is tilted by more
than 60 degrees should the user be knocked down or falls
to the ground. (See page 2 for further details.)
Pull Cord Detachment
Alert Test
Pressing either the left or right emergency call push-button,
individually will trigger the transmitter to emit a Test Alert
for confirming that the unit is functioning properly.
Initial Activation
The Man-Down Transmitter is shipped from the factory,
with the internal battery contact (+) covered by an isolation
foil to conserve battery power during shipping.
To make the unit operational, perform the following actions:
Remove the back cover using a Philips screw driver.
Open the front cover by pressing on the TEMP TILT OFF
inscription located on the top edge of the transmitter.
Pull out the isolation foil that is
inserted between the battery and the
battery holder (+) pole.
Change the DIP switches positions
that control the transmitter’s
Feedback Beep Sounds as required.
(See page 2 for further details).
Close the cover, with your fingers, until its snaps shut and
secure the back cover with its screw.
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Configuring Feedback Beep Sounds
DIP Switches 1 and 2 are used to configure under what conditions the Man-Down Transmitter will emit audible beep tones.
Both DIP Switches are shipped from the factory set to be ON (default).
DIP Switch 1
Controls whether or not the transmitter will beep
upon entering a LF field.
ON (Default): Transmitter is configured to beep
OFF: Transmitter is configured to remain silent
Dip Switch 2
Controls whether or not the transmitter will beep
upon emitting an alert.
ON (Default): Transmitter is configured to beep
OFF: Transmitter is configured to remain silent
Tilt Sensor Activation
The Man-Down Transmitter is shipped from the factory, with its Tilt Sensor Slide-Switch turned to the OFF position in order to
prevent the transmitter from emitting false Man-Down Alerts when the transmitter is not in actual usage.
To activate the transmitter’s Tilt Sensor Slide-Switch from OFF to its ON position.
Tilt Sensor Pre-Alert
When the Man-Down Transmitter is tilted by more than 600 from its normal (vertical) position a pre-alert state will exist for 15
seconds before the unit transmits a Man-Down Alert. This time period enables the user to return the transmitter to its original
vertical upright position or press the Temporary Tilt-Off push-button (located top edge of the transmitter) to prevent an
unintentional false alert to be transmitted. During this period the transmitter emits an audible beep and the LED indicator
flashes once every 2 seconds.
If the Man-Down Transmitter is laid down, while its Tilt Sensor Slide-Switch is in the OFF position, when the device is returned
to normal (vertical) position the device will emit 3 beeps to remind the user to reactivate the Tilt Sensor.
If the Man-Down Transmitter is laid down, while its Tilt Sensor Slide-Switch is in the ON position, when the device is returned to
normal (vertical) position the device will emit 2 beeps indicating that fall detection is enabled.
Temp Tilt-Off Push-Button
The Temp Tilt-Off Button (located on the top edge of the transmitter) is used to temporarily disable the unit’s Man-Down Alert
functionality for 10 seconds. When removing the transmitter, press Temp Tilt-Off Push-Button prior to putting down the unit.
When the unit is returned to a vertical position, fall detection will be enabled and the device will emit 2 beeps.
Battery Replacement
Change the transmitters’ status in the host RTLS application to Inactive. Next, remove the back cover of the transmitter
(see Page 1 - Initial Activation for details)
Remove the existing battery .Dispose of used battery in
accordance with local regulations. Then install a new
Battery verifying that the battery poles (+) and (-) are
located as marked on the battery housing.
Close the cover (see Page 1 ‘Initial Activation’ for details). Finally, change the transmitters’ status in the host RTLS
application back to Active.
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Status Feedback Indicators
The transmitter will automatically emit beep sounds in the following situations:
State/Condition
Transmitted Messages
LED
Beep
Vibrate
Tilt Alert
automatic man-down alert
3 RF messages B2=1 (down)
If disarm button is not pressed within 15 sec
3 RF messages - Last LF & B2=1 (down)
One flash
Continuous beeps
for 15 seconds
Tilt Warning
3 RF messages - B2=1 (down)
If disarm button is pressed or
device is righted within 15 sec
3 RF messages - B2=0 (up)
Flashes every
2 seconds for 15 secs
Continuous beeps
for 15 seconds
Vibrates
Tilt Prevented
disarm is pressed
3 RF messages - B2=0 (up)
If device tilted within disarmed period
3 RF messages - B2=1 (down)
Tilt Restored
3 RF messages - B2=0 (up)
Two beeps
Dual-Button Pressed
manual duress alert
3 RF messages - Last LF & B1=1 (down)
One flash
Dual-Button Released
only if pull-cord is inserted
3 RF messages - B1=0 (up)
Pull cord detached
automatic duress alert
3 IR/RF messages - B1=1 (down)
3 RF messages - Last LF & B1=1 (down)
One flash
Pull Cord Inserted
if dual-buttons are released
3 RF messages - B1=0 (up)
Two flashes
Single-Button Pressed
alert test
3 IR/RF messages - B1=1 (down)
One flash
One beep
Tilt Sensor Deactivated
slide-switch off
3 RF messages - B2=0 (up)
One beep
Tilt Sensor Disarmed
temp tilt-off button
Continuous flash
Continuous beep
Entering a LF Field
One flash
One beep
Exiting a LF Field
One flash
Tilt Sensor OFF Reminder
Three beeps
Low Battery
One flash every
30 seconds
One beep
RF Transmissions in LF Fields
For Moving Transmitter
LF Response Time: Onboard LF receiver polls every 250ms to check if the badge is in a LF zone
Transmission Rate: 3 RF event transmissions (each transmission about 2ms in duration), at 0.4 second intervals.
If the badge stays in a LF zone, then repeated at 2 seconds intervals.
Transmitted Message Type: RF Data Message includes ID code of LF Exciter. Motion bit, M=1.
For Motionless Transmitters
LF Response Time: Onboard LF receiver polls every 250ms to check if the badge is in a LF zone
Transmission Rate: 3 RF supervision transmissions (each transmission about 2ms in duration), 0.4 seconds apart:
If the badge stays in a LF zone for more than 10 minutes, then repeated at 15 second intervals.
Transmitted Message Type: RF Data Message includes ID code of LF Exciter. Motion bit, M=0
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Cleaning & Disinfection Procedures
Use an appropriate antibacterial disinfectant such as Dispatch® Hospital Cleaner Disinfectant with Bleach from Caltech
Industries, Inc (http://www.caltechind.com) to clean the Man-Down Emergency Call Transmitter.
Since ‘Cleaning Procedures’ may vary according to facility guidelines, thus the procedures given below are for illustrative
purposes only:
Option 1 Using Dispatch Disinfectant Spray
1. Lightly wet a disposable towel with Dispatch spray
2. Do not saturate the towel
3. Wipe the outer surfaces of the sensor
4. Next wipe the sensor with a dry disposable towel
5. Allow the sensor to air dry
6. Return the clean sensor to inventory or usage
7. Dispose of used towels per facility policies
Option 2 Using Dispatch Disinfectant Towels
1. Open a new Dispatch pre-moistened towel
2. Wipe the outer surfaces of the sensor
3. Next wipe the sensor with a dry disposable
towel
4. Allow the sensor to air dry
5. Return the clean sensor to inventory or usage
6. Dispose of used towels per facility policies
Product Specifications
Signaling Technologies
RF (433MHz) IR (800nm) LF (125KHz)
RF (Motion/Stationary)
Supervision messages every 10 seconds / 60 seconds
IR (Motion/Stationary)
Supervision messages every 10 seconds / 60 seconds
RF Under LF
6 IR/RF transmissions (each transmission about 2ms in duration), 0.5 seconds apart; every 2 seconds;
after 10 minutes returns to 10 seconds when in motion
Alert Messages
Button Press/Tilt-Activated
Pull-Cord Disconnected
Low Battery
3 IR/RF transmissions (each transmission about 2ms in duration), 400ms apart
Power Source
3.6V/800mAH battery. CR2 Lithium battery
Average Battery Life
Three years
Status Indicators
Red LED: Button Press, Low Battery
Badge ID
Unique, factory-programmed ID
Construction
ABS plastic
Dimensions (H x W x D)
Without holster: 120 x 52 x 36mm (4.7 x 2.0 x 1.4 in) With holster: 140 x 77 x 50mm (5.5 x 3.0 x 1.9 in)
Weight
Without holster: 110 grams (3.9 ounces) with battery With holster: 165 grams (5.8 ounces) with battery
Operating Environment
Temp: 0°C to 50°C (0°F to 122°F) Humidity: 100% non-condensing
Remote Management
Eiris 4.8 (or higher) Software Eiris Configurator 4.8 (or higher) Software ELC Programmer V2.0
Standards
IC, FCC & CE compliant
Warranty
1 year limited warranty (excluding battery)
Compatible Accessories
Part Number
Description
1-9970-0
Belt Holster
5-MDA90001
3.6V/800mAH battery. CR2 Lithium battery (5 pcs)
Product offerings and specifications are subject to change without notice. Not all products include all features
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W.E.E.E. Product Recycling Declaration
For information regarding the recycling of this product you must contact the company from which you orignially purchased it.
If you are discarding this product and not returning it for repair then you must ensure that it is returned as identified by your supplier.
This product is not to be thrown away with everyday waste - Directive 2002/96/EC Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
Standards Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-
210 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, i ncludi ng interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This device complies with Industry Canada license -exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada
applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suiv antes : (1)
l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur
de l 'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi,
même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
Warning!
Elpas is not responsible for any radio or TV interference
caused by unauthori zed modificati ons to this equipment. Such
modi fi ca ti ons co ul d v o i d th e us e rs aut h o ri ty t o o p e ra te t h e
equipment.
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