TD 92417GB User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Transceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 2009-03-11/ Ver.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB Contents 1 Introduction............................................................................................................. 1 1.1 Abbreviations and Glossary ................................................................................ 1 1.2 Ascom a71 and p71 Versions ............................................................................. 1 2 Description.............................................................
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB 6.6 Data Send ........................................................................................................ 16 6.6.1 Data Send ................................................................................................ 16 6.6.2 Data Send with a Prefix ............................................................................ 16 7 Navigate the Menu ..................................................................
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB 9.4.20 Display System Information .................................................................... 25 9.5 System Test ...................................................................................................... 26 9.5.1 Coverage Test .......................................................................................... 26 9.5.2 Location Test ........................................................................
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 1 TD 92417GB Introduction This document describes the Ascom a71 Alarm Transceiver and p71 Transceiver. The Ascom a71 Alarm Transceiver and p71 Transceiver included in the On Site Paging and Personal Security System are easy to use and designed to function in tough environments.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 2 TD 92417GB Description This section describes the transceiver and available accessories. Figure 2. Soft key field Pull-cord Soft keys OK key C key OK C Mute button Navigation key Menu key LED 002 Return key IR-receiver Alarm button Figure 2. Overview of the transceiver 2.1 General Design Display The icons and text in the display shows the current status. Figure 3.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB Display Icons The “Audio signal off” icon is shown when all alert signals, including ring signal, message tone, key beep etc. are turned off. High priority messages will however override this setting. The “Battery” icon is always shown in the display in stand-by mode. When the level is low it is time to charge the battery. The “New message” icon appears when a new message is received.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB 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.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB Pull-cord (Option) 004 Figure 4. Figure 4. Pull-cord The pull-cord is made of a ABS plastic attachment connected to a canvas ribbon. The end of the ribbon has a clip which must be safely attached, for example, to the clothes. The pull-cord is also used as a security string, which prevents the transceiver to fall to the ground. The transceiver can be used without the pull-cord option.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB 006 Figure 6. Figure 6. PCR with power supply, one PCR-M and two PCR-E One PCR-M can support up to 20 PCR-E, which gives a charging possibility of 126 transceivers. A power supply feeds up to three Charging Rack modules (one PCR-M and two PCR-E), which results in seven power supplies for the above example. Transceivers with a pull-cord/security string can be charged in the PCR Charging Rack without removing the pull-cord.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 3 TD 92417GB Safety Instructions For safe and efficient operation of the transceiver, observe the guidelines given in this manual and all necessary safety precautions when using the transceiver. Follow the operating instructions and adhere to all warnings and safety precautions located on the product, the Quick Reference Guide and this User Manual. This product shall only be used with the following batteries: • Art.No.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB Remove the battery The rear cover holding the battery is fastened by a torx screw that requires the special tool included in the delivery. IMPORTANT: Removing the battery is NOT permitted in a hazardous area. Attention • The product is housed in an enclosure that meets IP64. However, the ATEX/IECEx classified transceiver is not intended to be immersed in dust or water.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 4 TD 92417GB Basic Operation Note: The transceiver may have functions other than described, depending on the preprogrammed parameters. 4.1 Switch the Transceiver On/Off To switch the transceiver on: 1 Press and hold 2 Press "Yes" soft key. OK . To switch the transceiver off: 4.2 1 Press and hold 2 Press "Yes" soft key. Mute the Transceiver 1 4.3 . Press and hold the “Mute” button. is shown in the display.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 5 TD 92417GB Alarm Functions To secure a safe transmission of an alarm, every alarm is sent in two sequences. The number of times to resend an alarm in each sequence is configurable with parameters and is done in the PDM. A beep/vibrator/LED signal can confirm that an alarm has been sent. These feedback signals of a sent alarm are all configurable.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 5.3 TD 92417GB Man-down & No-movement Alarm Man-down alarm: If the transceiver is tilted more than 55º for a preset time (default 7 seconds), the Man-down alarm will be activated. No-movement alarm: If no movement is detected during a preset time (default 30 seconds), the No-movement alarm will be activated. Note that the alarm is not sent directly when it is activated.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 5.4 TD 92417GB Acoustic Location Signal (ALS) Depending on set parameters, the ramped up ALS is played after an alarm. The signal is always ramped from the lowest volume to the highest. Press the "Mute" button to turn the ALS off. Depending on the PDM settings, it is possible to make the user enter a password when turning the ALS off. The password is the same as the login password.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 5.5 TD 92417GB Location Function (IR or LF) The location of the transceiver, received via either infrared light (IR) or low frequency transmission (LF), is automatically sent along with an alarm. If both IR and LF are enabled, the transceiver first handles IR and then LF. If a location is detected, the location function is put to sleep until the next scan interval, which is defined by a parameter.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 6 TD 92417GB Messaging 6.1 Messages List The twenty last received messages are stored in a message list. 6.1.1 Read a Stored Text Message Open the message list by pressing or from the menu. Navigate the list using The selected message is highlighted. Press OK to read the message. Skip between messages by using . . If the clock and date function is set, the time when the message was received can be seen.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 6.3 TD 92417GB Message Queue If a new message is received while another message is read the new message will replace the old message in the display. The old message will be placed in the message list. 6.4 Info Message An info message is shown by the icon in the display. Open the info message from the menu.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 7 TD 92417GB Navigate the Menu The choices in the main menu is displayed graphically with symbols, while the alternatives in the submenus are displayed as a list. 7.1 Enter/Exit the Menu 1 Enter the menu by pressing . 2 Navigate in the menu using 3 Leave any menu screen by a single press on . or press to return to idle mode. The three soft keys below the display are used for choices in the menu.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 8 TD 92417GB Menu Tree 8.1 Messages Figure 9. Message List Received Message 20 Info Message List Message 1 Message 2 Enter data ... Message 6 009 Send data Message 1 Message 2 Figure 9. Messages tree 8.2 Profiles Figure 10. Profile settings ... 010 Normal Silent Loud Profile 3 Profile 4 Figure 10. Profiles tree 8.3 Services Figure 11. Name: ..... Function: Soft keys: .....
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User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 9 TD 92417GB Menu Operations A parameter setting in the SIM card determines if changes that are made from the menu is saved on the SIM card. If changes are not saved on SIM, they will be discarded when the transceiver is restarted. 9.1 Messages Here are all received messages and info messages listed. 1 Enter the menu by pressing 2 Select “Messages” and press 9.1.1 . OK .
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 9.1.3 TD 92417GB Send Data The data send function can be used for opening a door, starting/stopping a machine etc. 9.2 1 Press . 2 Select "Messages". 3 Select “Send Data”. 4 Use 5 • To insert a digit in the middle of the text string, press "Edit", use where to insert the digit. • Press "Insert" and insert the digits. • To remove previous digit, press C . Enter data and press “Send”.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 9.3 TD 92417GB Services Twelve different services can be defined in the transceiver. The services are configured in the PDM, for more information, see Appendix A: Programming the Transceiver on page 33. 1 Enter the menu by pressing 2 . Select “Services” and press OK , a list with all created services is shown. Figure 15. Services Lab door Get lab results Require wheelchair Lock Close 014 Open Figure 14. Services list 9.3.1 9.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB • Shortcut Keys; view which function that is assigned to each shortcut key. • General; change the following settings: Language, Group Numbers, Time and Date. • System; view information about the system and access test functions. 9.4.1 Change the Volume 1 Select “Alert Signals” and press 2 Select “Volume Level” and press OK .
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 9.4.9 TD 92417GB Set Alarm Data Alarm data is a string of up to 15 characters (digits) which is sent together with the alarm. 1 Select “Alarm Setting” and press OK 2 Select “Alarm Data” and press . 3 Use digit. 4 OK . to mark a digit in the virtual number pad, press OK to select the • To insert a digit in the middle of the text string, press "Edit", use where to insert the digit. • Press "Insert" and insert the digit.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB 9.4.16 Group Numbers Group numbers makes it possible to send a message to multiple handsets. The group numbers are defined in the PDM. To activate group number, do the following: 1 Select “General” and press 2 Select "Group Numbers" and press 3 Select the group number using 4 Press OK OK . OK . . ; the selected group number checkbox is selected/cleared. 9.4.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 9.5 TD 92417GB System Test System test menu is activated from the PDM. 1 Select “Settings” and press 2 Select “System” and press 3 Select “Test” and press 9.5.1 OK OK OK . . . Coverage Test To display the RSSI value: 1 Select “Coverage” and press 2 The RSSI should typically have a value above 100 to ensure sufficient coverage. 9.5.2 . OK Location Test To display the current (latest received) location: 1 9.5.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 10 TD 92417GB Operation Notice 10.1 Operation Condition Transceiver Only use the transceiver in temperatures from -10 o C to +55 oC (+40 oC for ATEX/IECEx). Avoid exposing in direct sunlight and other heat sources.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 11 TD 92417GB Maintenance Use only original accessories. Installation and repairs should be done by authorised personnel only. Keep the recharging contacts on the transceiver away from metallic and greasy objects. 11.1 Replace the battery Correct battery The standard a71 and p71 use the same batteries (Art.No. 660089). The intrinsically safe ATEX/IECEx transceivers use ATEX/IECEx-batteries (Art.No. 660161).
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB 1 Push the plate to release the battery lid, see (1). Remove the lid and the battery. 2 Insert the new battery into the battery compartment (2). 3 Fasten the battery lid, note that the hooks of the rear shall be inserted first. Then close the lid and secure it by pulling the plate (3). Replace the ATEX/IECEx Battery In combination with ATEX/IECEx-versions use approved battery types only.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB Note: Be careful not to bend the SIM card. 11.3 Fasten the Clip The clip has a special release function to prevent it from breaking when strained. When the clip is released and becomes slack, just snap it back with a hard press. Note: This is also how a hinge-type clip is exchanged by a swivel-type clip. Figure 20. Figure 21. 2 3 018 1 Figure 18. How to restore the clip.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 12 TD 92417GB Related Documents Installation and Operation Manual, Portable Device Manager, Windows version TD 92325GB Quick Reference Guide, a71 Alarm Transceiver and p71 Transceiver TD 92418GB System Description, Personal Security System TD 90677GB System Description, On Site Paging System TD 91034GB Configuration Manual, Ascom a71 Alarm Transceiver and p71 Transceiver TD 92439GB Installation Manual, PCR Charging Rack TD 92356G
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB Document History For details, see change bars in the document. Version Date A 2007-04-20 First Released version B 2007-10-18 Inserted info about ATEX/IECEx and Regulatory Compliance Statements C 2009-03-11 Chapter 5.3 Man-down & No-movement Alarm: Added that "Man-down and No-movement Alarm" is configured in the PDM. Clarified that the warning message is displayed until the alarm is cancelled or sent.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB Appendix A: Programming the Transceiver The transceiver is programmed using the Portable Device Manager (PDM) software PDMSB. To program the transceiver do as below: 1 Connect the RS232 Programming Adapter to the computer. 2 The computer COM port corresponding to the RS232 Programming Adapter and the COM port settings for the PDM software must match.
User Manual Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver TD 92417GB Editing Parameters When delivered, the transceiver parameters is pre-programmed. If any settings should be changed, the PDM can be used to edit the parameters. For instructions on how to edit parameters, see Configuration Manual, Ascom a71 Alarm Transceiver and p71 Transceiver, TD 92439GB. Note: If the transceiver is ordered without customer programming, the Call number has to be set before editing other parameters.
