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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Part of the RightPath ™ brand product line.
Version 0.17 10-3-24
CONTACT:
Call 800-662-6338 to talk to a Customer Service Representative.
HOURS:
8 AM to 5 PM (V.)
Monday through Friday
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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Part of the RightPath ™ brand product line. Version 0.17 10-3-24 CONTACT: Call 800-662-6338 to talk to a Customer Service Representative. HOURS: 8 AM to 5 PM (V.) Monday through Friday ™...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    SOFTWARE PAGE PAGE SECTION 5 SECTION 12 SENSOR CREATING TEXT DETECTION ZONE TO SPEECH PAGE PAGE SECTION 6 SECTION 13 PARAKEET LOCAL SET UP RECORDING PAGE PAGE SECTION 7 SECTION 14 CALIBRATION MODE TROUBLESHOOTING Parakeet™ Audible Information Device Instruction Manual...

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    ™ ARNING ARNING Information Device. In this manual, we will discuss Parakeet’s basic features and Parakeet can produce sounds over 100 dB. functions, how it works, and how to troubleshoot and maintain Please use precautions and use appropriate the device. We have also included all necessary parts lists safety protection and schematic drawings.

  • Page 4: Parakeet Overview

    PARAKEET OVERVIEW 2.2 – WHAT COMES WITH PARAKEET Parakeet Tamper-Resistant Mounting Bolt SD Card Tool for Tamper-Resistant Mounting Bolt Six Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Batteries Tool for Tamper-Resistant Housing Bolt Battery Charger (Not Shown) Washer Parakeet Manual QR Card Parakeet™ Audible Information Device Instruction Manual...
  • Page 5 02 PARAKEET OVERVIEW 2.2 – KEY PARTS OF PARAKEET INSIDE: FRONT: 3.5 mm Microphone Jack Speaker Output Grate Data Jack (Manufacturer Use Only) Motion Sensor SD Card Port Ambient Microphone Serial Cable Port (Manufacturer Use Only) Case Latch Function Buttons and Indication Lights (F1 - F4)

  • Page 6: Indicator Lights

    Five Times or Green six when it is below 60% it will flash red. Example: After holding the F2 to Ten Times button for four seconds, if the Parakeet has a 30% charge, the F4 light will flash red three times. 6-10x...

  • Page 7: Battery Information

    Please fully charge the batteries approximately four hours for the batteries to fully charge. before first use. Parakeet battery life is dependent on volume, frequency of audio playing, temperature, and length of message. The expected battery life is two weeks.

  • Page 8: Sensor Detection Zone

    5.3 – SENSOR MAINTENANCE To ensure that your Parakeet activates when a pedestrian enters the detection zone, the sensor must be clean. To clean the sensor, take a cotton swab and gently clear the debris away from the sensor. Do not use any compressed air or any sharp objects as they may damage the water-resistant seal in the sensor.

  • Page 9: Parakeet Set Up

    Then lift the front cover latch (C) to the right to release the Open the front cover (E). Ensure the power switch (F) is in front cover (E). the off position. Remove the protective tape that is covering the sensor and the SD Card. Parakeet™ Audible Information Device Instruction Manual...
  • Page 10 Pivot the front cover (E) to the right making contact with the back cover (I). Lift the front cover latch (C) over the lip on the front cover. Push the bottom of the front cover latch towards the back cover, snapping into place. Parakeet™ Audible Information Device Instruction Manual...
  • Page 11 Place the Parakeet (J) on the flush side of the traffic safety device (K). Insert the provided tamper-resistant bolt (L) through the washer (M) and the traffic control device and into the threaded insert (N) on the Parakeet and tighten with the provided tool (O).
  • Page 12 PSS. For instructions on programming the device, please consult the Parakeet manual by scanning the QR code on the inside of the Parakeet housing.". If a different message is desired, see section 12 for instructions on creating a text to speech message or section 13 to record a message locally.

  • Page 13: Calibration Mode

    STEP 2 To enter the calibration mode, press the F1 button (P). When Once the F1 amber light is flashing, close the Parakeet the unit enters calibration mode, the LED light above the F1 housing unit immediately and stand behind the device to allow button will flash red.

  • Page 14: Base Volume Adjustment

    BASE VOLUME ADJUSTMENT NOTE: Parakeet will play at a level 5db above surrounding noise levels, with a base volume pre-set as the lowest level. To adjust the base volume, follow the instructions bellow. STEP 1 Press the F2 button (Q) to enter volume adjustment mode. This mode will cause the main audio to continuously play, allowing you to adjust the volume accordingly using the F3 and F4 buttons (R and S).
  • Page 15 When you are satisfied with the base audio level, press the F2 Press and hold the F1 button (P) for four seconds to resume button (Q) to exit volume adjustment mode. NOTE: Parakeet detecting from the previous calibration. PSS recommends will auto-adjust to be louder than the ambient noise but no recalibrating your Parakeet after adjusting the volume.

  • Page 16: Pausing Parakeet

    In the event that you have repeated authorized motion Once you are done in this mode, PSS recommends infront of the Parakeet, users may elect to pause the Parakeet. recalibrating your Parakeet. For more information on the To pause the functionality of your Parakeet without turning the calibration process, see section 7.

  • Page 17: Battery Life Indication

    STEP 1 To check the battery life of your Parakeet, press and hold the F2 button (Q) for four seconds. The F4 LED will flash in increments of 10%. When the battery life is at 50% or lower, the F4 LED will flash red a corresponding amount of times. If the battery life is 60% or above, the F4 LED will flash green a corresponding amount of times.

  • Page 18: Updating The Software

    PSS regional manager or PSS directly to receive automated software update messages via email. To update your software, you will need an SD card with storage between 4GB – 32GB. PSS recommends using two SD cards for updates, the original SD card that came with your Parakeet preloaded with software files(shown below in green), and another with the new software update on it (shown below in red).
  • Page 19 While the LEDs are red, the unit is updating. Do not turn the steady green for 15-30 seconds. After the lights turn green, Parakeet off or press any buttons. F1 and F2 LED lights (P the Parakeet will automatically reboot. Then the Parakeet will and Q) will then turn a steady red for 15-30 seconds.
  • Page 20 Press on the Update SD Card on the left side of the unit. STEP 11 Once the Update SD Card clicks, pinch the edge of the Update SD Card and pull the card out. Parakeet™ Audible Information Device Instruction Manual...
  • Page 21 11 UPDATING THE SOFTWARE STEP 13 STEP 12 The Parakeet will now need to be re-calibrated. To recalibrate Insert the Original SD Card (V). Press on the edge of the the unit, follow the instructions in the section 7. Original SD Card until it clicks then release.

  • Page 22: Creating Text To Speech

    12 CREATING TEXT TO SPEECH NOTE: To create text to speech for your Parakeet you will need the following: computer with Internet access, SD Card Reader (either built-in to the computer or as an external device (not provided)) and the SD Card inside of the Parakeet.
  • Page 23 12 CREATING TEXT TO SPEECH STEP 3 Click on more settings. STEP 4 Scroll down to the Voice Volume section and click on it. Select 200% to increase the volume to an optimal level. Parakeet™ Audible Information Device Instruction Manual...
  • Page 24 12 CREATING TEXT TO SPEECH STEP 5 Fill in the input verification code. STEP 6 Then press the convert to speech button. Parakeet™ Audible Information Device Instruction Manual...
  • Page 25 You will then need to import them into Audacity, a free audio editing program, and combine them into a single file. Please visit www.audacityteam.org to download. Parakeet™ Audible Information Device Instruction Manual...
  • Page 26 Internet. If you are experiencing a blocked site, please contact your IT team. STEP 10 Choose your text to speech file from www.ttsmaker.com or other text to speech website and upload the file by clicking and dragging into your web browser or click on choose file. Parakeet™ Audible Information Device Instruction Manual...
  • Page 27 In the bar below the file conversion box, select the default option for the quality of the file. In the Advanced Settings box, select Mono for the channels and click on the 44.1 kHz for the sample rate. Once you have reviewed your selections, click on the convert button. Parakeet™ Audible Information Device Instruction Manual...
  • Page 28 Once the file has been converted, click on the download button STEP 14 Open the Parakeet (J) and press on the SD Card (V) on the left side of the unit. Once the SD Card clicks, pinch the edge of the SD Card and pull the card out.
  • Page 29 Slide the power switch up into the on position. Your new (V). Press on the edge of the SD Card until it clicks then message on your Parakeet is ready for use. You will need to release. start the calibration process in section 7 once your Parakeet is in position.

  • Page 30: Local Recording

    For optimal message clarity, PSS recommends using text-to-speech message recordings. For on-site reprogramming of the SD Card, refer to the Parakeet Manual or click here. Quality of local device recordings can vary greatly based on microphone used, background noise, individual voice of person recording, and other factors. For optimal local recording message clarity, record your message indoors or in a quiet location.
  • Page 31 13 LOCAL RECORDING STEP 5 STEP 6 Parakeet will play the message back and the F1 LED will flash If you wish to rerecord your message, press and hold the F3 red. and F4 buttons (R and S) simultaneously. R. S.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    STEP 1 Open your Parakeet (J). Make sure your Parakeet is powered off. Remove the SD Card (V) from the side of the unit. (See page 18 for more information). STEP 2...
  • Page 33 STEP 4 Contact PSS Customer Service at 800-662-6339 to obtain the original Parakeet files. Download the files then copy and paste them onto the newly restored SD Card. Eject the SD Card (V) and remove the SD Card from the SD Card Reader. Your SD Card is repaired.
  • Page 34 CONTACT: Call 800-662-6338 to talk to a Customer Service Representative. HOURS: Follow us on: 8 AM to 5 PM (E.T.) Monday through Friday ™ 2444 Baldwin Road, Cleveland, OH 44104 800-662-6338 PSS-Innovations.com Copyright © 2024 11/24...

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