User's Manual

PRELIMINARY
TD 92417GB
2007-02-19/ Ver. PA
User Manual
Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver
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Buttons
The transceiver has two buttons, see figure 2 on page 2.
Alarm button, used to send alarms. The button can also be used for test alarm. The
function of this button is configurable.
Mute button, used to silence the beep, vibrator and LED signals including the Acoustic
Location Signal (ALS).
Keys
The transceiver has eight keys, see figure 2 on page 2.
Soft Keys, the three soft keys are located just beneath the display and the function of
each soft key is shown by text in the display just above the keys. In stand-by mode the soft
keys can be used for specific functions defined by the administrator.
Navigation key, , is used to control the movement of the cursor in the display.
OK
is used to confirm choices in the menu.
C
is used to delete messages and clear check boxes in the menu.
is used to step backwards when navigating in the menu tree.
is used to access/leave the menu.
Case
The case is made of durable PC/ABS plastic and is IP64 classified. The transceiver also fulfils
IEC 60068-2-32 procedure 1, which makes it drop proof from one meter onto concrete.
Ascom approves drops from 1.5 meters.
A transparent smoke coloured plastic item covers the IR receiver and the LED. A name
label is located next to the clip.
Antenna
The antenna used for communicating with the fixed system is integrated in the transceiver.
This makes the transceiver robust and easy to handle.
Clip, Hinge-Type
The clip on the back of the transceiver can be used to fasten the transceiver to a belt or
similar.
It is also possible to change the clip to a swivel-type or, if no clip is needed, replace it with
a covering plate.
Battery
The battery is a rechargeable Li-lon battery.
Note: The a71 EX Alarm Transceiver and the p71 EX Transceiver must be used with special
EX approved batteries.