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BlacklineSafety G7 BRIDGE User Manual

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  • Page 1 G7 BRIDGE Technical User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS OVERVIEW Portable satellite & cellular base station ..................Blackline Safety Network ........................Blackline Live web portal ........................Communication technology ......................What’s in the box ............................ Hardware details ............................INTERACTION Buttons ................................NOTIFICATIONS SureSafe ................................. CHARGING LIGHT TeamAlert muster alarm ........................OPERATING Requirements .............................
  • Page 3 General mounting ........................... Magnetic mount ........................... Multi-purpose mount ......................... Optional mounting accessories....................... G7 Bridge mounting bracket (not included) ..............Truck anchor points (not included) ..................Internal dash plate mount (not included) ..............Optional hardwiring accessories ..................... External hardwire kit (not included) ...................

  • Page 4: Portable Satellite & Cellular Base Station

    G7 Bridge portable satellite/cellular base station and the employee-worn G7x or Loner 900 safety monitoring device. G7 Bridge is self-powered and portable, allowing you to quickly move it from one vehicle to another. Equipped with GPS location technology, it can provide your organization with a simple alternative to elaborate fleet management systems.

  • Page 5: Blackline Safety Network

    It includes 2G/3G cellular networks, satellite networks, our Blackline Live™ web portal application and your personal safety monitoring device. G7 Bridge, G7x and Loner 900 require an active service plan in order to connect to the Blackline Safety Network. Depending on your needs and requirements, there are various service plan options available, including the option of 24/7 safety monitoring by Blackline’s Safety Operations Center.

  • Page 6: Communication Technology

    NOTE: How does G7 Bridge communicate with the Blackline Safety Network? One G7 Bridge can link up to five G7x or Loner 900 devices to the Blackline Safety Network through the Iridium satellite network or 2G/3G cellular data. G7 Bridge is equipped with an internal Iridium satellite radio and antenna that facilitates communication when outside the range of cellular networks.

  • Page 7: What's In The Box

    WHAT’S IN THE BOX Your G7 Bridge comes with the following components: G7 Bridge ƒ Sealing plug ƒ Magnetic mount ƒ Multi-purpose mount ƒ Adhesive foam pad ƒ ƒ Charging system • USB cable • USB power adapter • Vehicle 5VDC charger Quick reference wallet card ƒ...

  • Page 8: Hardware Details

    HARDWARE DETAILS Speaker Weatherproof Charging light enclosure SureSafe ™ OK button Power button Down button Up button LCD screen Product label Base Charging port Sealing plug (removable) Side lights Alarm light 6 || G7 BRIDGE TECHNICAL USER MANUAL...

  • Page 9: Interaction

    INTERACTION BUTTONS Interacting with your G7 Bridge is easy with the LCD display and a few buttons. OK button Power button Press OK to enter the menu on the LCD Press power to turn on and off, and return screen and confirm a menu selection.

  • Page 10: Notifications

    A blinking green SureSafe® light indicates your G7 Bridge is connecting to the Blackline Safety Network and your safety is not yet monitored. It could take up to two minutes for G7 Bridge to connect to the Blackline Safety NOTE: Network.

  • Page 11: Charging Light

    CHARGING LIGHT Charging Status G7 Bridge lets you know its battery charging status. The blinking pattern indicates more battery charging progress. Charging Light Blinking/Solid 1 Blink Charging and your battery level is between 0%-19%. 2 Blinks Charging and your battery level is between 20%-49%.

  • Page 12: Teamalert Muster Alarm

    G7x and Loner 900 will inform you with a yellow warning alarm to return back to G7 Bridge. The red lights on the side of G7 Bridge will blink when a message has been received. Read the information on your G7 Bridge screen. Press and hold the OK button for three seconds to let G7 Bridge know you have read the message, and to mute the sound and stop the blinking lights.

  • Page 13: Operating

    If G7 Bridge is in a very low charging state, it may take up to an hour of charging NOTE: before the red charging light begins to blink.

  • Page 14: Power On

    How do I turn on my G7 Bridge? Press the power button, and wait for the blinking green SureSafe light to turn solid. It takes approximately two minutes for G7 Bridge to connect to the Blackline Safety Network. Sufficient battery power and access to wireless networks are required to NOTE: connect to the Blackline Safety Network.

  • Page 15: Reading The Lcd Screen

    Satellite network Current communication Cellular network connection strength connection strength network READING THE MENU Top line: The Bottom line: The Menu or sub-menu action that can be you are in selected G7 BRIDGE TECHNICAL USER MANUAL || 13...

  • Page 16: Features

    How do I silence a TeamAlert Muster on G7 Bridge? Press and hold the OK button for three seconds to let G7 Bridge know you have read the message, and to mute the audible and visual alarm. This does not stop the TeamAlert.

  • Page 17: Messages

    The message will appear on the LCD screen of your G7 Bridge. Press and hold the OK button for three seconds to let G7 Bridge know you have read the message, and to mute the sound and stop the blinking lights.

  • Page 18: Settings

    LCD SLEEP MODE What is sleep mode? To maximize battery life, G7 Bridge will go into sleep mode two minutes after the last button was pressed. Sleep mode will turn off the LCD screen to reduce power consumption. How do I wake up G7 Bridge from sleep mode? Press any button to wake the LCD screen from sleep mode.

  • Page 19: Power Off

    After all personal safety monitors have been shut down, if needed you can now power off your G7 Bridge. Press and hold the power button on G7 Bridge until it goes into shutdown sequence. Your personal safety monitoring devices are no longer being monitored.

  • Page 20: General Mounting

    MAGNETIC MOUNT What is the magnetic mount? The magnetic mount can be used to attach G7 Bridge to the roof of a vehicle. It contains two rare earth magnets providing 224 lb of mounting force. Mount G7 Bridge with caution to avoid scratching vehicle painted surface and NOTE: pinching your fingers.

  • Page 21: Multi-Purpose Mount

    MULTI-PURPOSE MOUNT What is a multi-purpose mount? A multi-purpose mount can be used to attach G7 Bridge on a non-magnetic surface. To use the double-sided adhesive provided, ensure the surface is clean, remove the backing from the adhesive foam pad and stick to the bottom of the multi-purpose mount.
  • Page 22 How do I attach G7 Bridge to the magnetic or multi-purpose mount? Slide bottom of G7 Bridge at an angle onto the base of the magnetic or multi-purpose mount, then snap G7 Bridge into the base release clip. 20 || G7 BRIDGE TECHNICAL USER MANUAL...
  • Page 23 How do I remove G7 Bridge from the magnetic or multi-purpose mount? To remove G7 Bridge from the mount, use a screwdriver, key, or similar tool to push the mount release clip towards the G7 Bridge. G7 BRIDGE TECHNICAL USER MANUAL || 21...

  • Page 24: Optional Mounting Accessories

    OPTIONAL MOUNTING ACCESSORIES G7 BRIDGE MOUNTING BRACKET (NOT INCLUDED) The G7 Bridge Mounting Bracket can be used to attached G7 Bridge to a vehicle roof rack, bed rack, tool box, and pole or post. It comes with different u-bracket sizes for easy attachment, and a secured locking mechanism with a key for additional security.
  • Page 25 How do I mount to a tool box? G7 Bridge can be mounted to a truck bed tool box if it has an unobstructed line of sight to the sky. Screw the multi-purpose mount to the G7 Bridge Mounting Bracket plate, and screw the plate to the side of the tool box.

  • Page 26: Truck Anchor Points (Not Included)

    Bridge to mounting points on a truck bed rail. How do I mount to a truck bed rail? Screw the anchor point into the truck bed rail, and then attach the G7 Bridge Mounting Bracket to the anchor point using screws. Screw the multi-purpose mount to the G7 Bridge Mounting Bracket plate.

  • Page 27: Internal Dash Plate Mount (Not Included)

    INTERNAL DASH PLATE MOUNT (NOT INCLUDED) G7 Bridge can be installed directly to a dash tray under a front windshield of a vehicle. G7 Bridge must not block the vision of the driver, impair the driver’s operation of the vehicle, or interfere with safety systems such as air bags.

  • Page 28: Optional Hardwiring Accessories

    OPTIONAL HARDWIRING ACCESSORIES G7 Bridge has a 44-hour battery life, and can be charged using a vehicle 12 or 24 VDC power outlet, USB port, or cigarette socket in a vehicle. However, it may be beneficial to hardwire G7 Bridge to your vehicle power system. Prior to installation, consider the following: ƒ...

  • Page 29: Internal Hardwire Fuse Expander (Not Included)

    Ensure cable is properly grounded. Cable routing can be done behind headliner on driver’s side and out the rear brake light to the G7 Bridge on the roof, toolbox, or on truck bed rail if it is close to the back windshield.

  • Page 30: Firmware Updates

    G7 Bridge firmware releases will also contain the firmware updates for G7x and Loner 900 personal safety monitors. Our Customer Care team will complete OTA firmware updates for your G7 Bridge. If G7 Bridge cannot be brought into cellular reception, contact our Customer Care team to receive a firmware update kit.

  • Page 31: Specifications

    Wireless Coverage, Activated Service Plans Cellular coverage: Nearly 150 countries Alert Messages Satellite coverage: Global 900 MHz operation: ITU Region 2, Australia, New Zealand Emergency/Low battery/Power off/Text messages Service plan options: Contact Blackline G7 BRIDGE TECHNICAL USER MANUAL || 29...

  • Page 32: Safety Precautions

    DANGER Do not use G7 Bridge in areas classified as hazardous locations, where there is risk of explosion due to presence of gas, vapor or dust. G7 Bridge is not certified as intrinsically safe. Do no place G7 Bridge in or near open flame.

  • Page 33: Legal Notices

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for further assistance. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This device is only authorized for use in a mobile application. At least 20 cm of separation distance between the G7 Bridge device and the user’s body must be maintained at all times.

  • Page 34: Support

    SUPPORT LEARN MORE Visit support.BlacklineSafety,com to find support and training materials for G7 Bridge. CUSTOMER CARE For technical support, please contact our Customer Care team. North America (24 hours) Toll Free: 1-877-869-7212 | support@blacklinesafety.com United Kingdom (8am-5pm GMT) +44 1787 222684 | eusupport@blacklinesafety.com...
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