Page 2
Thank you for purchasing the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0. This is an extremely reliable reporting system for foal births. We advise you to read this manual carefully before commissioning; proper assembly and operation are essential for correct operation.
Installing/replacing batteries ....................6 Housing of the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 ..................7 SIM-kaart plaatsen ........................8 The lights (Leds) of the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 ..................9 The status lights ........................9 De LTE lamps .......................... 10 Installing a new SIM card ....................... 11 SIM card choice ........................
2. Contents 1. The Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 birth detector. 2. The special holder (This is where the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 is inserted) The holder can be fitted beneath the mare’s halter or in the ring of the anti‐rolling girth.
3. Preparing for use The first time To use Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 for the first time, you must perform these steps once: • Unscrew the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 and remove the red label which is placed against the pole of one of the batteries.
Switching on/off You can switch the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 on/off and operate it with the back of the special screwdriver supplied. On one of the long sides of the casing you will find 2 status lights. To switch the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 ON, proceed as follows: •...
Always use new batteries at the beginning of the foaling season! If you will not be using Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 for a longer period of time, such as after the foaling season, you should remove the batteries to prevent them from leaking and causing...
Housing of the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 The housing of the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 can only be screwed down in one way. The light guides on the long side of the lid must be on top of the status lights when the lid is screwed down.
Push the SIM card into the slot until you hear a "click". Then release the SIM card again. The SIM card is now in the slot and the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 is ready to be used. When you want to remove the SIM card from the slot, gently push against the SIM card until you hear another "click".
Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 (Led) lights To view the status of your Birth Alarm Lite 2.0, there are 2 status lights on your Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 and 3 small lights on the inside that only relate to the internal LTE module.
The LTE lamps The LTE lamps are only visible when opening the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0. Normally, you don't need to read these lamps, but it may come in handy if you are experiencing problems with the mobile connection and contact customer services.
If you are using a prepaid SIM card, it is wise to keep an eye on your credit balance. With normal use, the call and SMS costs of your Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 are minimal, but still check the prepaid SIM card credit regularly.
SIM card. • Now remove the SIM card from your device and insert it into the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 (see 4.3). Never program the SIM card's own number on M1 or any of the SIM card's other...
Wait until the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 flashes blue once, green twice. • Now you call the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 with the device on which you want to be called on in 2nd place (this may also be a landline telephone connection).
Now send the SMS you have just set up to the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 mobile number. • After a short period of time you will receive a status SMS from the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 as confirmation. This contains the number you have programmed behind M1:...
(see 10) While the NET light on the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 is flashing quietly (long green with short interval), you can send an SMS with telephone number(s) or new settings, and Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 can process them.
Alarm Lite 2.0. This adjustment ensures that an alarm as a result of the mare resting fully stretched is prevented. When you use the sleep mode, the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 will check if your mare is lying stretched and is restless as well, as is the case with contractions. You can enable the sleep mode as follows: •...
The SMS status message Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 will send you an SMS status message if you have changed a setting or telephone number on Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 or if you receive a birth notification. This SMS status message provides you with information about the current settings and programmed telephone numbers on Birth Alarm Lite 2.0.
10. Testing Before you start using Birth Alarm Lite 2.0, it is important to test it to ensure that it works properly. You can easily do the testing yourself. • Preferably take the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 to where your mare is located.
Fitting the Birth Alarm onto the mare To use the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 in a girth or underneath the halter, it must be attached to the holder supplied as follows: • Carefully slide the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 into the holder as shown in the picture below.
Fitting the Birth Alarm into an anti‐roll girth If you are using the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 in an anti‐roll girth, you must mount the holder with the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 in accordance with the illustration below. You use 6 tie‐wraps for securing it into an anti‐roll girth.
Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 and a small amount will be deducted from the prepaid card of the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0. If you would like to use Birth Alarm Lite 2.0 in this way, we advise you to check your credit regularly. Make sure that this always remains above £10.
The manufacturer and importer are not liable for any damage whatsoever arising from the use of the Birth Alarm Lite 2.0. Delivery and activities are carried out according to the general conditions of Gallagher Europe B.V.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the Lite 2.0 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers