Operations Manual

EXI HALO Installation & Operation Manual 981-000003-000
EXI Wireless Systems 8 March 2000
Revision 2.0
4. INTRODUCTION
This manual serves as a guide for Installers of the HALO system. The major components of the system are
described, as well as the system’s intended functionality, so as to gain familiarity with its operation prior to
installation. In order to successfully install and commission the system, it is absolutely critical to
understand the capabilities of the system and its components prior to installation.
4.1. About Halo Infant Protection System
Halo is a premium infant protection system. Halo works in conjunction with the EXI P-tag patient
transponder that is capable of sensing if it has been removed from the infant. Halo is an electronic system,
which, in conjunction with staff diligence, creates a secure perimeter to deter infant abductions.
The function of the HALO system is to monitor areas within a building for the presence of HALO Tags. A
Tag is sensed when it either enters an RF Field that is set up using the EXI HALO Controller (referred to as
a Tag in Field or TIF), or when the Tag initiates an alarm signal (referred to as Tag Initiated
Communications, or TIC).
HALO is designed to assist staff in providing a higher degree of safety for patients. It is not intended as
the sole means of protection in preventing a wanderer or infant from leaving the premises. Regular
checks to verify that your HALO system is operational is highly recommended.
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE SHOULD INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING STEPS:
All Tags should be checked for physical damage after each cleaning, disinfecting or sterilization
procedure.
Each Tag should be tested for correct operation before being attached to an infant. The HALO
software prompts for testing of Tags prior to their deployment. Please refer to the appropriate
section in this manual for the instructions.
The warranty on Tags is 3 years, and the batteries within the Tags are expected to last in excess of
the warranty period depending on the usage pattern. Do not leave Tags in the detection field for
long periods of time, and store them in the foil bags supplied. Failure to do so will result in false
alarms, and will reduce battery life.
Set up a regular system check schedule to verify that the Controllers, Receivers and Tags are
operational. Controllers should have the “Ready” light illuminated to show that they are powered.
Check the operation of the Controller daily by starting a bypass or triggering an alarm using a Tag
to ensure that it is fully operational and protecting the egress point where it is located.
Check each Receiver on a regular basis to ensure that it can receive signals from Tags in the “Off
Body” condition. Failure to regularly check for this operation may lead to failure to detect a Tag
that is removed from an infant, and therefore compromising protection for the infant.
Whenever you see an infant who is a patient, look for the Tag on this infant to verify that it is still
securely attached. This may require special knowledge as to the placement of the Tag.
Conduct frequent back-ups of Activity Logs for future reference.