Mobile Unit –User Manual ELECTRONIC MONITORING SYSTEM MOBILE UNIT OPERATIONAL GUIDE September 2003 Mobile Unit Operational & Maintenance Guide 1-1
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Mobile Unit –User Manual Chapter 1: Introduction The Mobile Monitoring System is based on Elmo-Tech’s field proven RF monitoring technology. The Mobile Unit is one of the many unique elements of this system. The Mobile Unit is a lightweight hand held unit that can be used by mobile officers in the field to monitor offender transmitters.
Mobile Unit –User Manual Chapter 2: Mobile Unit Activation and Setup The Mobile Unit is a lightweight hand held unit that can be used by mobile officers in the field to monitor offender transmitters. 2.
Mobile Unit –User Manual Control/Indicator Description LED indicator Used to indicate the battery status of the Mobile Unit, as well as the receipt of status and event messages Message Display panel Used to display status indicators and status/event messages Up button ▲ Used to initiate commands in the command menu Down button ▼ Used to navigate through the command menu Antenna Mobile Unit antenna Charging socket Used to connect the Mobile Unit to an external power source.
Mobile Unit –User Manual The LCD display panel indicators are explained, in detail, in the following table: Indicator Description Tx ID Number Used to display the identification number of the currently displayed transmitter (Tx) Current Time Used to display the current time Tx Status Indicator Used to display the status of the currently displayed transmitter (Tx) Global Status Indicator Used to display the global status of all transmitters (the number of present transmitters, OK transmitters and a
Mobile Unit –User Manual 2.2 Activating the Mobile Unit In order to activate the Mobile Unit, perform the following: 1. Press either the Up ▲ or Down ▼ buttons for approximately 3 seconds. The Mobile Unit makes a number of audible beeping sounds, conducts the initial series of built-in activation procedures and then the Start-Up message (system logo; version number and current date) briefly appears in the display panel. ▌▐ MU System Version 1.0 Sep 21 2003 Figure 2-3 The Start-Up message 2.
Mobile Unit –User Manual 2.3.1 Deleting the Event Log In order to delete the event log, perform the following steps: 1. Press the Up ▲ button to enter the Main menu. The Main menu is displayed. 2. Press the Down ▼ button until the Memory Management (MEM) menu option is highlighted. 3. Press the Up ▲ button to enter the Memory Management menu. 4. Press the Up ▲ button to delete the event log. A warning message appears in order to confirm the deletion. 5.
Mobile Unit –User Manual 2.4 Operational Mode Definition During the Mobile Unit setup, operational mode definition can be applied in order to define the actual operational mode of the Mobile Unit.
Mobile Unit –User Manual Chapter 3: Operating the Mobile Unit The Mobile Unit is a lightweight hand held unit that can be used by mobile officers in the field to monitor offender transmitters. 3.1 Modes of Operation The Mobile Unit can be used in the following modes of operation: Search Mode – Used to display the transmitters identification number (Tx ID), the current status of the transmitter (e.g. strap open, body off) and the time of each reception.
Mobile Unit –User Manual Whenever the status of a monitored transmitter (transmitter within range) changes, the Mobile Unit makes a beeping sound, the right LED lights up and the new status is displayed in the display panel.
Mobile Unit –User Manual 17. Press the Down ▼ button once to lock the Mobile Unit onto the selected transmitter. The status of the selected transmitter is displayed in the Display panel.
Mobile Unit –User Manual 20. Press the Down ▼ button until the Remote menu item (REM) has been selected. 21. Press the Up ▲ button to enter the Remote menu. Remote mode is automatically activated and the Mobile Unit is now ready for the upload process to commence.
Mobile Unit –User Manual 3.2.1 Charging the Mobile Unit in the Home/Office In order to charge the Mobile Unit in the home or office perform the following steps: 23. Plug the appropriate end of the supplied power adapter (charger) into the wall socket. 24. Connect the other end of the power adapter into the charger socket on the Mobile Unit. The ‘Charging in Progress’ message is displayed in the Display panel and the left LED indicator on the Mobile Unit lights up. 3.2.
Mobile Unit –User Manual Chapter 4: Maintaining the Mobile Monitoring System In order to keep the Mobile Monitoring System functional and in good working order a number of maintenance procedures will need to be adhered to. 4.1 Cleaning the Mobile Unit To clean the Mobile unit, perform the following: 27. Remove the Mobile unit from its water resistant carrying pouch and simply wipe the outside of the unit with a damp cloth.
Mobile Unit –User Manual To clean the transmitter, perform the following: 30. Remove the ‘female’ clip and strap holder from the transmitter short strap. 31. If the storage clip is on, remove it until you finish cleaning the transmitter. 32. Holding the transmitter by the end of the long strap, spray the transmitter with a cleaning solution of choice. 33. Using a piece of cloth or a paper towel, dry the outer side of the transmitter. Lay the transmitter on the towel with its inner side facing up.
Mobile Unit –User Manual 1 pair of replacement straps (long/medium non-pins side and long/medium pins side) Screwdriver Extra screws • Extra strap clips (male and female) Electronic key To replacing the transmitter straps, perform the following: 37. Using the screwdriver, open the screw(s) that holds the strap clasp to the transmitter and remove the strap clasp. 38. Gently shake the strap loose from the transmitter body, being extra careful not to damage the metal pins on the transmitter body. 39.
Mobile Unit –User Manual Chapter 5: Mobile Monitoring System Specifications This chapter lists the specifications details for each equipment item associated with the Mobile Monitoring system. 5.
Mobile Unit –User Manual Mechanical Characteristics Water Resistant Size: 14 x 8.5 x 3.5 cm (5.5 x 3.3 x 1.4 in) Antenna length: 8.5 cm (3.3 in) LCD message display Backlight push button Acknowledge push button Waterproof pouch with belt clip.
