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Gallagher Birth Alarm Lite Manual

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  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing a Birth Alarm Lite. This is a dependable alarm system for foaling mares. We recommend that you read this manual carefully prior to use. It is essential that the alarm is fitted and operated properly to...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    First time Switching on/off The Birth Alarm Lite indicators The status indicator The GSM indicator The interior of the Birth Alarm Lite Inserting/replacing the batteries Birth Alarm Lite housing Inserting the SIM card Installing a new SIM card Programming telephone numbers...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    This allows them more room during contractions. The Birth Alarm Lite makes clever use of this phenomenon. By simply fitting the Birth Alarm Lite beneath the halter of your mare (or into an anti-roll girth), it will alert you when the birth commences.

  • Page 6: Preparing For Use

    SIM card yourself. Once you have performed these steps on your new Birth Alarm Lite, you can reseal it with the screws and proceed with the set-up. If your own...

  • Page 7: Switching On/Off

    Switching on/off The Birth Alarm Lite can be switched on/off and operated using the rear end of the special screwdriver that has been included. In order to switch the Birth Alarm Lite ON, you must proceed as follows: Hold the rear end of the screwdriver against the red...

  • Page 8: The Birth Alarm Lite Indicators

    You can read the status of the Birth Alarm Lite via the status indicator flash sequence. For example, if the light is flashing Green, the Birth Alarm Lite is OK. On the contrary, when the status indicator is flashing red, the battery needs replacing.

  • Page 9: The Gsm Indicator

    Alarm Lite, you will also find a light with the inscription “GSM”. This indicator only lights up amber. It is directly linked with the Birth Alarm Lite's internal GSM and will only light up when the internal GSM is active.

  • Page 10: The Interior Of The Birth Alarm Lite

    5. The interior of the Birth Alarm Lite When you unscrew and open the Birth Alarm Lite, you will see the following major components: 1. Batteries 2. SIM card / SIM card holder 3. Status indicator 4. GSM indicator Inserting/replacing the batteries When replacing the batteries for your Birth Alarm Lite, you must always use alkaline batteries (preferably “Duracell”...

  • Page 11: Birth Alarm Lite Housing

    Birth Alarm Lite. Birth Alarm Lite housing The housing of the Birth Alarm Lite has been designed so that it can only be screwed shut in one way. This ensures that the status and GSM indicators are visible.

  • Page 12: Installing A New Sim Card

    6. Installing a new SIM card Depending on your country of residence, your Birth Alarm Lite may have been supplied with a SIM card. If this is the case, the SIM card will already be in the SIM card holder. If this is not the case, then you must purchase a SIM card yourself.
  • Page 13 10 on the card. If the amount of credit is insufficient, you must purchase a top-up card (from a post office or supermarket). When you have performed all of these steps, the new SIM card will be ready for installation and use in the Birth Alarm Lite. (see 5.3)

  • Page 14: Programming Telephone Numbers

    7. Programming telephone numbers In order to change the settings of your Birth Alarm Lite, you must put the device into programming mode. Programming mode In order to programme the Birth Alarm Lite directly, you must proceed as follows: Hold the rear end of the screwdriver to the red square ( ) next to the...
  • Page 15 The Birth Alarm Lite will also receive this call and will programme your telephone number in the memory. The Birth Alarm Lite will also call you on this telephone to confirm the number. Allow your telephone to ring out and do not respond.

  • Page 16: Programming By Sms

    7.2.1 Programming by SMS You can also programme the Birth Alarm Lite by sending an SMS. In order to do this, you should proceed as follows: On your own mobile telephone, compose a SMS with the following text: “M1:” (Note! use a capital letter M) immediately followed by the desired first number.

  • Page 17: Direct Programming

    However, this is usually the most complex method. In order to programme the SIM card directly, you should proceed as follows: Take the SIM card out of the Birth Alarm Lite's SIM card holder. (see 5.3) Now insert the SIM card into a different mobile telephone.
  • Page 18 Programme all of the numbers on the SIM card (even if, for example, you only M1:+316.. want to use 2 numbers). If you do not M2:+315.. want one of the memory slots to be called, save the following as the telephone number: “+1111”.

  • Page 19: Testing

    8. Testing Before you start using the Birth Alarm Lite, it is essential that you first test it to ensure that it is operating correctly. You can easily test the alarm yourself. Preferably visit the location where your mare is located with the Birth Alarm Lite.
  • Page 20 You can programme the mobile phone number of the Birth Alarm Lite in your phone, using a name like “Mare” or “Birth”. You will now be able to see on the display when the Birth Alarm Lite calls. When you the Birth Alarm Lite calls you (whether it is a birth alarm or a programming call), never answer the call.

  • Page 21: Fitting On The Mare

    9. Fitting on the mare In order to be able to use the Birth Alarm Lite in a girth or under the halter, it must be secured in the supplied holder. You can do this as follows: Slide the Birth Alarm Lite into the holder carefully, as shown in the photo below.

  • Page 22: Fitting Under The Halter

    Fitting under the halter If you wish to use the Birth Alarm Lite under a halter, it should be fitted as shown below, using 3 cable ties.

  • Page 23: Fitting In An Anti-Roll Girth

    Fitting in an anti-roll girth If you wish to use the Birth Alarm Lite in an anti-roll girth, you should fit the holder containing the Birth Alarm Lite as illustrated below. When securing the device on an anti-roll girth, you should use 6 cable ties...

  • Page 24: Summary And Method Of Use

    Alarm Lite will stop calling automatically. You can then call back the Birth Alarm Lite (this is also free of charge). This will let the Birth Alarm Lite know that you have heard its call and the device will stop dialling. The Birth Alarm Lite will only reactivate if the horse lies down again.
  • Page 25 In such instances, you will hear a bleep that enables you to identify the Birth Alarm Lite. In this instance, however, you do establish a call connection with the Birth Alarm Lite and a small amount of credit will be deducted from the prepaid card of the Birth Alarm Lite.

  • Page 26: Technical Information

    The manufacturer and importer cannot be held liable for any damages arising from use of the Birth Alarm Lite. All supplies and works are subject to the General Terms and Conditions of Gallagher Europe B.V.
  • Page 27 Gallagher Europe (AT) Hopfgarten 18 8741 Weisskirchen Tel. +43 (0)3577/82200 / Fax. +43 (0)3577/80921 E-mail: info.at@gallaghereurope.com Gallagher Schweiz AG (CH) Zürcherstrasse 499 9015 St. Gallen Tel. 071 / 313 29 50 / Fax. 071 / 313 29 60 E-mail: info@gallagherschweiz.ch Gallagher Powerfence UK Ltd.

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