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  • Page 2 Stanley Healthcare Solutions Division 1550 N. 20th Circle Lincoln, NE 68503 Telephone: USA: 800-824-2996 Canada: 866-559-6275 International: +1 (613) 592.6997 Web Site: www.stanleyhealthcare.com © 2006 - 2011 Stanley Security Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. May 2011. 981-000043-000 Rev 07. RoamAlert Software Version 1.5...

  • Page 3: Warranty

    Stanley Healthcare Solutions's Product or products or the system in which they are incorporated, or alleged to have resulted from an act or omission of Stanley Healthcare Solutions or any person, negligent or otherwise, shall be limited to: A) the repair or replacement of defective Product or materials supplied by Stanley Healthcare Solutions during the warranty period as set out in the Product documentation;...

  • Page 4: Warnings

    Server and Workstations • Do not operate other software programs at the same time as the RoamAlert system software - do not use these or other software: •...

  • Page 5: Regulatory Statements

    This system is listed as an Access Control System by Underwriters Laboratories Inc., Standard for Safety. European Union (CE) The following statements apply to the International RoamAlert parts: door controller, elevator kit, receiver, I/O module, Wiegand interface, exciter antenna, wireless tag reader, keypad, Securaband tag, duress tag, and wrist tag.

  • Page 6: Roamalert™ Software License Agreement

    RoamAlert™ Software License Agreement This is a legal agreement between you (either an individual or an entity) and XMARK Corporation (“XMARK”). By opening the sealed disc envelope you are agreeing to be bound by the terms of this agreement. If you do not agree with the terms of this agreement, promptly return the unopened disk envelope and the accompanying items (including user manuals and other written materials) to the location where you obtained them.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    ONTENTS Warranty ....................... iii Warnings....................... iv Regulatory Statements................... v North America ....................i-v European Union (CE) ..................i-v RoamAlert™ Software License Agreement ............vi Introduction Manual Organization...................1-1 What is the RoamAlert System?.................1-2 RoamAlert Tags ....................1-3 Basic System Components.................1-4 Server and Workstations..................1-4 Hardware......................1-4...
  • Page 8 Door Switch Notes and Diagrams ................. 3-14 Installing a Maglock ..................3-15 Maglock Installation Tips ..................3-15 Maglock Installation Procedure ................3-15 Installing a RoamAlert Keypad .................3-17 Keypad Installation Tips..................3-17 Keypad Installation Procedure................3-17 Mode 2 Passcode Programming Procedure............3-18 Keypad Notes and Diagrams.................
  • Page 9 Supplying Power, Ethernet and RS-485 Cable ..........3-58 Wiring the DB9 to RS-485 Connector ............3-59 Physically Installing the iNM...................3-60 RealPort Driver Installation ..................3-60 iNM Software Configuration ...................3-63 Add iNMs to the RoamAlert Software.............3-63 iNM Notes and Diagrams ..................3-64 DIP Switch Location and Settings ..............3-64 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 10 Troubleshooting ..................... 3-74 WTR Notes ......................3-75 Address DIP Switch Settings ................. 3-75 Software Configuration Installing the RoamAlert Software ..............4-2 System Access Levels..................... 4-6 Configuring RoamAlert Software ................4-7 Change the RS-485 Network Port ................4-8 Set Global Configuration Options ................4-12 Add and Configure Nodes ..................
  • Page 11 Integrated Network Managers ................5-3 Delivering the System to the Client..............5-4 A Commissioning Forms Software Configuration Checklist ..............A-2 RoamAlert Configuration Settings ..............A-3 Door Controller Settings ................... A-5 Elevator Controller Settings ................A-6 Receiver or Satellite Settings ................A-7 I/O-8 Module Settings ..................A-8 RoamAlert Server/Console Settings ..............
  • Page 12 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 13: Introduction

    Manual Organization This installation manual is organized into five main sections: • Introduction – the section you are reading now, which introduces the RoamAlert system and its basic and optional components. • System Design – this section presents the theory of RoamAlert operation and provides instruction and guidance for the planning and design of a system.

  • Page 14: What Is The Roamalert System

    Residents protected by the RoamAlert system are tagged with a Stanley Healthcare Solutions transponder called a Tag. RoamAlert can secure the perimeter of areas such as a floor, a wing, common areas, etc. The perimeter protection and tag location is accomplished in two basic ways: •...

  • Page 15: Roamalert Tags

    Asset Tags are used to help protect mobile assets such as IV pumps, crash carts, monitors, etc. Once an asset tag is affixed to an asset, any unauthorized attempt to remove the tag results in an alarm. RoamAlert also generates an alarm if the tag is brought near a protected exit. Like the...

  • Page 16: Basic System Components

    Self-install server bundles include the software CD and Integrated Network manager. For self- install workstations, SHS supplies a RoamAlert software CD workstation license. If you select the self-install bundle, the server and workstation computers that you provide must have the following...

  • Page 17: Door Control System

    The controller [NA: SR3ID03, Int’l: 804A5401] is the heart of the RoamAlert perimeter system. It generates an exciter field (through an attached exciter antenna), which defines the area within which a tag generates an exit alarm. If an exit alarm is detected, the controller can activate a maglock to hold the door shut.

  • Page 18: Receivers

    The satellite receiver operates in the same manner as a receiver and is connected to a standard receiver where added coverage is required in a specific area. Chapter 1 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 19: 24 Vdc Power Supply

    24 VDC Power Supply Component Description CPS 24 Power Supply [NA Only: AGECP02-024] The CPS 24 is a central power supply designed to work with the R3 Controller and allows for the connection of magnetic locks. It converts 115 VAC 50/60Hz input into eight (8) independent, fuse protected, 24 VDC trigger controlled outputs and also offers 10A continuous supply current.

  • Page 20: Optional System Components

    As elevator isolation drivers, up to 4 repeaters can be used. Each repeater can isolate up to 4 elevator controllers. A 24 VDC converter is included with the NA repeater only. The international repeater requires 12VDC. Chapter 1 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 21: I/O-8 Interface Module

    PIN code for access to the same door. The interface makes it possible to connect industry-standard staff card readers to the RoamAlert system as a means of bypassing protected exit points and elevators. The unit accepts standard 26-bit and other larger capacity Wiegand data formats.

  • Page 22: Integrated Network Manager (Inm)

    Network (LAN). The iNM replaces the previous Network Manager (part #AGENM01-000), and provides simplified installation and configuration. In a RoamAlert installation, up to 10 iNMs can be deployed, and each iNM can support up to 50 RS-485 devices (controllers, receivers, etc.).

  • Page 23: North American And International Parts Comparison Chart

    434 MHz AR3TA01-00D 307 kHz 434 MHz Pendant Tag Int’l 804A5301 125 kHz 434 MHz SR3ID03 434 MHz 307 kHz RoamAlert Door Controller Int’l 804A5401 434 MHz 125 kHz AR3RA01-ECO 434 MHz 307 kHz ECO Door Controller Int’l 804A5501 434 MHZ...
  • Page 24 1-12 Chapter 1 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 25: System Design

    Designing network and power distribution Important: Carefully plan the location of devices and equipment prior to installing the RoamAlert system. Failure to thoroughly consider in advance all aspects of system design can mean many frustrating hours adjusting the location of devices or re-laying the network or power cabling.

  • Page 26: Theory Of Operation

    Threshold that cuts out ambient noise so that tag signals can be clearly picked up. However, the practical result of raising the RSSI on a receiver is that the RoamAlert tag must be closer to the receiver in order for its signals to be detected. In other words, in an RF noisy facility, receivers may have to be installed more closely together to get proper coverage.

  • Page 27: System Design Overview

    Almost all interference of this type can be overcome with careful design, installation, and commissioning of a RoamAlert system. System Design Overview A smooth and successful RoamAlert installation is the direct result of complete system design and planning. Design and installation includes these steps: Assess the facility carefully. Understand the: •...

  • Page 28: Assessing The Facility

    It is also possible in multi-floor installations to have too much receiver coverage. If tag transmissions are being consistently received by too many receivers, there is a risk of saturating the RoamAlert network. Specific environmental barriers to receiver installation and cable runs Identify mechanical and electro-mechanical rooms in the protected area, and large metal objects such as pipes and ducts.

  • Page 29: Exit Requirements

    Types of equipment in use in the planned RoamAlert system area, the floor above, and the floor below Investigate what computer and medical monitoring equipment is used, where heavy electrical equipment is located, and where potentially noisy AC power cables are run in the ceiling.

  • Page 30: Testing For Rf Noise

    Check 125 kHz Noise Set the pocket tag reader to the mode (Int’l: then, at each exciter location (and, if necessary, each likely bonding location) note on the floor plans all locations with significant ambient noise. Chapter 2 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 31: Planning The Location Of Controller Systems

    In the case where the RoamAlert installation is on a single floor, but an elevator is within the perimeter, there are two alternatives to controlling the elevator itself: •...
  • Page 32 Figure 2-1: Typical Exciter Placement and Coverage Chapter 2 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 33 The detection field should not bleed into areas regularly occupied by tags. The detection fields of two controllers in close proximity must not overlap (Figure 2-2). In a multi-floor installation, care must be taken to ensure that the detection field does not overlap fields on the floor above or below (Figure 2-3).

  • Page 34: Controller System Layout

    Figure 2-4 below shows a schematic overview of the three controller system layouts normally found in a RoamAlert installation: a single door, a double door, and an elevator. Note that a repeater isolates the elevator from the network, the elevator controller is supplied with 120 VAC (usually by the elevator company), and the door controllers are powered by a central power supply.

  • Page 35: Creating A Receiver Coverage Plan

    Creating a Receiver Coverage Plan Figure 2-5: Typical Preliminary Coverage Plan A receiver coverage plan sets out the locations of all receivers within the RoamAlert perimeter. The density of coverage is determined by several factors, including: • Obstacles in the physical environment •...

  • Page 36: Locating Receivers On The Coverage Plan

    When you install the hardware, you need to accurately note the controller, receiver, WTR and I/O-8 module serial numbers on the coverage plan. Later, these serial numbers are entered into the RoamAlert software during the configuration phase (refer to the Software Configuration chapter for configuration details).

  • Page 37: Planning The Rs-485 Network And Power Distribution

    Network Communications The RoamAlert system is based on the RS-485 network, which is an electrical interface standard for a 2-wire, half-duplex, multi-node bus. The RoamAlert system communicates at 57,600 bps (bits per second) over the network.

  • Page 38: Good Wiring Practices

    Category-5 cable may work in short runs even though its characteristic impedance is 100 Ohms. 32-node RS-485 devices are rated at 100 Ohms, however RoamAlert uses the 128-node RS-485 protocol for our devices, which are rated at 120 Ohms. “Tap points” or “T” connections should be short to eliminate reflections.

  • Page 39: Design Considerations

    When more than one power supply is required, aim to distribute them uniformly. • Observe the run length limitations discussed later in this section, and always test voltage at each device after installation. The following table shows the power requirements for RoamAlert hardware. Input Current Item...

  • Page 40: Power Cable Run Lengths

    Maximum Cable Length per Output # of Devices Meters Feet 2548 1274 Figure 2-8: Theoretical Run Length Limits The following table shows the voltage drop over distance where devices are spaced approximately 65 feet (20 metres) apart. 2-16 Chapter 2 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 41 Distance Device # Current DSEG DACC Meters Feet 0.00 1.53 1.53 1.47 3.00 1.41 4.41 1.35 5.76 1.29 7.04 1.22 8.27 1.16 9.43 1.10 10.53 1.04 11.57 0.98 12.55 0.92 13.47 0.86 14.33 0.80 15.12 0.73 15.86 0.67 16.53 1040 0.61 17.14 1105...
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  • Page 43: Hardware Installation

    Later, during software configuration, you enter the corresponding serial numbers as you add the nodes to the RoamAlert software. This plan should also accurately show all obstructions and RF noise sources that may affect device placement and cable layout.

  • Page 44: General Installation Tips

    For example, using the appropriate communications cable for the specific application (RS-485 runs, elevator traveling cable, etc.) prevents future problems that may impair operation. Use appropriate numbers of power supplies, repeaters and receivers for the application. Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 45: Installing Power, Wiring And Network Cabling

    SHS recommends that all RoamAlert devices be powered by UPS-backed central power supplies. This serves to isolate the RoamAlert system from the vagaries of the facility’s general power network, and ensures that RoamAlert continues to operate for a period of time during power outages.

  • Page 46: Installing And Testing The Door Control System

    There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Failure to use the correct battery type could cause injury to yourself or others. Dispose of used batteries according to their instructions. Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 47: Exciter Installation Tips

    Exciter Installation Tips • The exciter antenna may be placed in different positions, depending on the environment: • Inside a wall cavity, 4 feet (1.2m) above the floor • Above the doorway in a single-floor facility (where there are no protected exits directly above or below), laid flat on the dropped ceiling tile (non foil-backed) •...

  • Page 48: Receive Antenna Installation Tips

    • There must be no metal barriers blocking tag signals. The receive antenna should be positioned below metal pans, foil-backed ceiling tiles, etc. If this is not possible, you may substitute an elevator receive antenna to aid in positioning. Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 49: Door Controller And Exciter Installation Procedure

    See “Installing a RoamAlert Keypad” on page 3-17 for permanent keypad installation steps. See “Connecting a Third-Party Keypad” on page 3-12 for connection details when using a third-party keypad.

  • Page 50: Controller Connection Notes And Diagrams

    CR 2032 Li-MN, 200mA, 3V (for PIN code RAM) Current Draw Door Controller: 300 mA 12 V Output: 200 mA Maglock Output: 1000 mA Relay Outputs (2) 2 A, 30 VDC Form C dry contact Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 51 Table 3.2 R3 Controller Front Panel Connectors – Left to Right Name Remarks – Receive Antenna BNC connector for whip or elevator-style cable antenna. Do not exceed 3 feet of RG58/U antenna cable. – Keypad RJ-11 connector for keypad. Two keypads can be connected using a modular Y adapter (Part # AR3KA01-001) +24VDC INPUT Powers the controller (250 mA), maglock (1.0A max), and +12 VDC...
  • Page 52 Figure 3-3: R3 Controller Jumpers and Switches 3-10 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 53 Table 3.3 R3 Controller Jumpers and Switches Label Default Description Remarks JP102 Pos 1-2 Pos 1-2 – Exciter always on Do not change default setting. Pos 2-3 – Exciter controlled by PC JP103A Pos A Pos A – Relay 1 = TIF, Relay 2 = Mode JP103B Pos B –...

  • Page 54: Connecting A Third-Party Keypad

    Third-party keypads can be connected to an R3 controller using a 6P6C modular plug according to the following pin-outs at the controller keypad jack, from left (pin 1) to right (pin 6): Description +12V DC Ground BYPASS_IN RESET_IN ALARM_OUT BYPASS_OUT 3-12 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 55: Installing A Magnetic Door Switch

    Installing a Magnetic Door Switch The door switch supplied with the controller kit is a two-part magnetic switch. The magnet is attached to the door and the switch is attached to the door frame (with the supplied cover plate). The switch has three connectors: NO (Normally Open), NC (Normally Closed) and COM (Common Ground).

  • Page 56: Door Switch Notes And Diagrams

    Close the door. The tester must read a closed circuit when the door is closed. Door Switch Notes and Diagrams Figure 3-4: Door Switch Showing Alignment Arrows Figure 3-5: Door Switch Dimensions and Clearances Figure 3-6: Door Switch Wiring Diagram 3-14 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 57: Installing A Maglock

    UNLOCK IN Important: The system grounds on the controller are connected to the controller’s metal housing. In a RoamAlert system powered by a central power supply, all DC returns ( , Pin SYSTEM GROUND 2 on the controller) must be returned to the CPS Common Ground. We recommend that each controller be connected to the CPS through a UL approved 1.6A time delay fuse.
  • Page 58 Supply power to the controller and close the door. Bring a tag into the exciter field and ensure that the maglock engages. UNLOCK IN While the maglock is engaged, provide an active low signal through ensure that the maglock releases. 3-16 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 59: Installing A Roamalert Keypad

    Up to 1000 unique PIN (Personal Identification Number) codes can be stored in the door controller and managed at the RoamAlert server. In this mode, the RoamAlert software tracks each code in the Activity Log. Use this mode when the facility requires a record of which staff member bypassed the exit at a specific date and time.

  • Page 60: Mode 2 Passcode Programming Procedure

    Make sure the keypad has power. Enter the Master Pass Code. Press Enter the slot number (1 or 3 for Bypass, 2 or 4 for Reset). Press Do NOT enter a passcode. Press again. The default passcode is restored. 3-18 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 61: Keypad Notes And Diagrams

    Short the contacts on the J7 solder points at the upper right of the keypad back. The keypad beeps. Press the * key three times. The keypad beeps to indicate that the defaults are loaded. 3-19 Hardware Installation Installing a RoamAlert Keypad...

  • Page 62: Installing A Wiegand Interface

    Wiegand output in the same format. Important: When adding users to RoamAlert, the PIN code assigned to each user must be that user’s access card ID (see the procedure “Add a New User” on page 4-30). Wiegand Interface Installation Tips •...

  • Page 63: Wiegand Interface Notes And Diagrams

    A “successful read” does NOT indicate that a correct passcode has been sent. The interface only sends the card information in a format (DTMF) that the controller can understand. The controller verifies the PIN code with the RoamAlert software. No confirmation is returned to the interface.
  • Page 64 Figure 3-9: Wiegand Wiring Diagram (Card Reader Powered by Controller) Figure 3-10: Wiegand Wiring Diagram (Card Reader Powered Externally) 3-22 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 65: Installing And Testing Receivers

    Installing and Testing Receivers part # 804A1301 The RoamAlert receiver ( ) has two connectors on its base: • A terminal strip connector for power, RS-485 host network, and an auxiliary output (reserved for future use) • part # SR4R01S...
  • Page 66 Receiver Installation Procedure Follow these steps to install a RoamAlert receiver: Record the receiver’s serial number on the facility floor plan at the correct location. This serial number is required during software configuration to identify the receiver. The serial number is found on the base of the receiver beneath the bar code.

  • Page 67: Receiver Notes And Diagrams

    Receiver Notes and Diagrams The receiver automatically adjusts the reception threshold to reduce the effects of RF noise. Abnormally high RF noise levels may cause a reduction in the receiver’s detection range, but does not prevent the receiver from operating. Antenna is angled Cable slightly away from...
  • Page 68 Figure 3-13: Receiver Mounting Template (Actual Size) 3-26 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 69: Installing And Testing Satellite Receivers (Na Only)

    Installing and Testing Satellite Receivers (NA Only) part # SR4R01S The satellite receiver ( ) has two connectors on its base: • An RJ45 connector ( J4 HOST ) for RS-485 connection to a receiver • An RJ45 connector ( J3 SAT ) for RS-485 connection to another satellite receiver A yellow status indicator LED is mounted on the circuit board under the translucent cover.

  • Page 70: Satellite Receiver Installation Procedure

    (Pin 2) wires of a short length of CAT5e cable. Wire this terminated cable to an RJ45 plug. Insert the plug into the unused jack (J3 SAT) on the last Satellite Receiver. Figure 3-15: RS485 Termination 3-28 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 71 Verify the power and network wiring. Compare LED activity to this table: Receiver Status No activity No power Slow dim flashing Power applied, but no network communication Continuous dim glow Power applied, network communication OK Bright flash TIC, TIF, or TLM message Three short high-intensity flashes Indicates Bootloader Mode.

  • Page 72: Satellite Receiver Notes And Diagrams

    Antenna is angled Cable slightly away from receiver and cable Single-Gang Box Mounting Surface Antenna is angled away from receiver, cable and metal pipe Cable Metal Pipe Figure 3-16: Antenna Orientation With and Without Adjacent Objects 3-30 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 73 Figure 3-17: Satellite Receiver Mounting Template (Actual Size) 3-31 Hardware Installation Installing and Testing Satellite Receivers (NA Only)

  • Page 74: Installing And Tuning Elevator Control Systems

    The elevator controller has its own tailored firmware and behaves much differently from the door controller. The two controller types are not interchangeable. Figure 3-18: Elevator Control System Overview 3-32 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 75: System Layout

    System Layout RS-485 Connection to RS-485 Repeater In Elevator Control Room Dropped Through Travelling Cable Ceiling Controller Cabinet (Bolted on top of car or on car ceiling) Receive Antenna Exciter Antenna Cable Access Keypad Cable Handrail Access Keypad Exciter Antenna (2) (one on each side of elevator car) Figure 3-19: Elevator Control System Typical Layout...

  • Page 76: Elevator Control System Installation Tips

    If exciter antenna fields in adjacent cars in an elevator bank intersect, tags may not be reliably detected. Make sure each car is carefully tuned before testing the bank. If you still cannot reliably detect tags, please contact Stanley Healthcare Solutions technical support at 1-866-559- 6275 for assistance.

  • Page 77: Elevator Control System Installation Procedures

    Elevator Control System Installation Procedures Important: Most local building codes require that a qualified elevator technician install or approve all electrical and mechanical modifications to an elevator. In most cases, the elevator technician does virtually all of the work described here. Controller, Keypad, Wiring and Receive Antenna Installation Follow these steps to install the controller, keypad, wiring, and receive antenna.
  • Page 78 Network the elevator controller to the network as follows: Connect one side of an RS-485 repeater to the RoamAlert RS-485 network in the elevator control room. If there are more than four (4) elevators being controlled, more repeaters need to be connected. For typical wiring, see Figure 3-21 on page 3-40 (North America) or Figure 3-22 on page 3-41(International).

  • Page 79: Tuning The Exciter Fields

    Tuning the Exciter Fields In most cases, both exciters in an elevator car are positioned horizontally on the side walls, 2” under the handrail and exactly centered between the ends of the car. The cable ends of the exciters must point in the same direction to prevent the fields cancelling each other out. Detection Fields Add Detection Fields Cancel Figure 3-20: Exciter Antenna Orientation...
  • Page 80 Repeat Step 3 for these two cars and continue in this fashion until all cars in the bank have been tested. When all cars in the bank have been successfully tested, continue with the section “Permanently Mounting the Exciters” below. 3-38 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 81: Permanently Mounting The Exciters

    Permanently Mounting the Exciters In some cases, the facility may not want the exciter antenna to be exposed. In this situation, you must ensure that the exciter is not mounted behind metal. Follow these steps to permanently mount each exciter: Center the mounting template (supplied with each exciter antenna) horizontally on one side wall at least 1”...

  • Page 82: Elevator System Notes And Diagrams

    Elevator Controller Travelling Cable - To Pins 5, 6, 7 TRANSMIT/OUTPUT RECEIVE NETWORK ANTENNA KEYPAD STATUS SRA #1 SRA #2 Form “C” Relay 120 VAC Unswitched Power Source Figure 3-21: Single Elevator Wiring (North America) 3-40 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 83 Upstream Downstream RS-485 RS-485 A(–) A(–) Elevator Control Room B(+) B(+) A(–) A(–) B(+) B(+) RS-485 RS-485 S. GND 1 S. GND 2 Network Network RS-485 P. GND 1 P. GND 2 Repeater Power +12 VDC Travelling Cable to Elevator Controller Travelling Cable - To Pins 5, 6, 7 TRANSMIT/OUTPUT RECEIVE...
  • Page 84 Maximum relay contact current is 2A @ 30 VDC. COM 2 N.C. 2 – SRA #1 BNC connectors for two exciter antennas. Do not exceed 25 feet of RG59 cable for each antenna. – SRA #2 3-42 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 85 Figure 3-23: Elevator Controller Jumpers and Switches 3-43 Hardware Installation Installing and Tuning Elevator Control Systems...
  • Page 86 Non-latched alarm – automatically Active TIF D/O terminates 1, 2, 4-9, A-F Not used. D/O = Door Open, D/C = Door Closed TIF = Tag In Field (in exciter detection zone) TIC = Tag Initiated Communication (tamper) 3-44 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 87 Table 3.8 R3 Elevator Controller Specifications Item Description Part Number SR3L03E Operating Temperature 32° F to 131° F (0° C to 55° C) Relative Humidity 0-90% RH non-condensing Dimensions (W x H x D) Keypad: 4.5 x 2.75 x 2.5” (11.4 x 6.9 x 6.4 cm) Exciter Ant.: 13”...

  • Page 88: Installing An I/O-8 Module

    The triggers for the I/O-8 module are defined in the RoamAlert software. Refer to “Add Links” on page 4-47 for configuration details. If you are using system events as triggers, also refer to “Add Links”...

  • Page 89: I/O-8 Module Installation Procedure

    • Document the installed module. For each module installed, print and complete Form 6. Include this form in the System Commissioning binder. I/O-8 Module Installation Procedure Follow these steps to install and test an I/O-8 module: Record the module’s serial number on the facility floor plan at the correct location. This serial number is required during software configuration to identify the module.

  • Page 90: I/O-8 Module Notes And Diagrams

    I/O-8 Module Notes and Diagrams Figure 3-25: I/O-8 Module System Connections Figure 3-26: I/O-8 Module Typical Input Wiring 3-48 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 91 Figure 3-27: I/O-8 Module Typical Output Wiring 3-49 Hardware Installation Installing an I/O-8 Module...

  • Page 92: Installing An Alarm Output Module

    Alarm Output Module Installation Tips • Power the module according to the need. If it is critical that the module operate at all times, power it from the RoamAlert central power supply, otherwise a 12VDC @ 1A power adapter may be used.

  • Page 93: Alarm Output Module Installation Procedure

    During the configuration phase, make sure to adjust the workstation property sheet in the RoamAlert software to identify the serial port and notification settings for the module. See “To Adjust the Configuration of the Server (or any workstation)” on page 4-24 for details on this step.

  • Page 94: Alarm Output Module Notes And Diagrams

    5A (NO) / 3A (NC) @ 30VDC Max Switching Current 0.5A @ 250VAC, cosf = 0.4 (inductive load) 1.0A @ 250VAC, cosf = 0.8 0.8A @ 250VAC, cosf = 0.9 Figure 3-28: Alarm Output Module Block Diagram 3-52 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 95: Installing An Integrated Network Manager

    The iNM replaces the previous Network Manager (part #AGENM01-000), and provides simplified installation and configuration. In a RoamAlert installation, up to 10 iNMs can be deployed, and each iNM can support up to 50 RS-485 devices (controllers, receivers, etc.). Network Layout Overview In a typical RoamAlert installation, an iNM is located at the head end of each RS-485 segment.

  • Page 96: Configuration And Installation

    If the facility into which the iNM is being installed uses IP addressing different from the defaults, the iNM IP addressing must be changed. As well, if more than one iNM is being connected to the same RoamAlert server, each iNM must have a unique IP address. There are two ways to adjust iNM IP addressing: •...

  • Page 97: Configuration Via Serial Connection

    Important: Make sure that you have determined the IP addressing for each iNM before beginning configuration. Use the handy form on page 3-65 to record these addresses. Consult with the facility IT department as required. Configuration Via Serial Connection If the computer you are using does not have compatible network addressing to the iNM or you do not wish to adjust the computer’s addressing, you need to configure the iNM using a serial connection.

  • Page 98: Configuration Via Ethernet Connection

    , into the browser address bar. Enter “admin” (without the quotes) for both the User name Password . The iNM home page appears. Settings Select from the menu on the left to open the Settings page. 3-56 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 99 Device Name Type in a . This information is for descriptive purposes, particularly when you 3rd Floor, North are configuring several iNMs for the same RoamAlert server, for example, Wing 2nd Floor Common , or Enter the IP Address SubNet Mask...

  • Page 100: Physical Installation

    Supplying Power, Ethernet and RS-485 Cable Power Supply • Typically, the iNM is powered by the RoamAlert 24V power supply, however the power adaptor included with the iNM may be connected to a non-switched (continuous) power supply providing 100-240V @ 0.5AMP maximum.

  • Page 101: Wiring The Db9 To Rs-485 Connector

    Wiring the DB9 to RS-485 Connector The wiring infrastructure for the RS-485 devices in a RoamAlert system uses only 3 wires. Assuming shielded CAT 5e cable, they are as follows: • RS-485+ , usually Green RS-485- • , usually Green & White •...

  • Page 102: Physically Installing The Inm

    COM ports on the RoamAlert server. The Digi RealPort drivers create virtual COM ports so that the serial data that RoamAlert writes to the COM ports arrives at an associated iNM. A virtual COM port is configured to have the same IP address as the intended iNM.
  • Page 103 In either case, the RealPort Setup Wizard welcome window opens. To install the drivers, follow this procedure: Next At the Welcome window, click . The Select Device window opens. <Device not listed> Next Highlight the row and click . The Describe the Device window opens.
  • Page 104 Use the handy form on page 3-65 to record the IP Address COM Port for this iNM. You need this information when configuring the RS-485 network in the RoamAlert software. Do not change any other settings, and click Finish . The setup wizard installs the virtual COM port.

  • Page 105: Inm Software Configuration

    RoamAlert server software. When the server software has been installed, and all infrastructure components have been installed and connected to the RoamAlert server, you can add the iNMs to the software. Add iNMs to the RoamAlert Software At the RoamAlert server, launch the RoamAlert software, and press Alt-D to enter Admin Mode, entering your user name and password if required.

  • Page 106: Inm Notes And Diagrams

    1 to 4 from left to right. 1 2 3 4 Figure 3-31: DIP Switch Location Switch Setting Function RS-232 Down Down Down RS-485 Terminated Down Down RS-485 Unterminated Down Down Down Figure 3-32: DIP Switch Settings 3-64 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 107: Installed Inm Ip Addresses

    Installed iNM IP Addresses Use a photocopy of this form to record the iNMs installed at a facility (up to 10 iNMs may be connected to one RoamAlert server) and include with your commissioning documents. Virtual iNM # Device Name...

  • Page 108: Installing A Wireless Tag Reader

    Do not mount the WTR in the ceiling as the LF Field will not reach the floor. • The WTR is a 12 VDC device. Use the supplied power converter to step down from the RoamAlert 24V power supply. •...

  • Page 109: Wtr Installation Procedure

    detect a tag entering or leaving a room, mount the WTR on the wall beside the door as shown in Figure 3-34. Figure 3-34: WTR Mounted Beside a Door to Illustrate Maximum LF Field The LF detection field is approximately spherical and has a maximum 6 ft. (1.8 m) radius. The range remains the same regardless of the WTR’s physical orientation.
  • Page 110 Remove the WTR from the wall and close the case, orienting the case so that the LEDs are underneath the light holes. Using the holes provided in the backplate, mount the WTR in its location. 3-68 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 111: Configuring The Wtr

    Configuring the WTR WTR configuration involves four steps: Setting the LF field strength (the WTR must be in Test Mode) Selecting the operating mode Setting the unique address for the WTR Setting the indicator LEDs and buzzer Power Supply and Dry Contact Input Terminal Block Reset Button...

  • Page 112: Options Dip Switch Settings

    Turn off Test Mode by setting the WTR to its usual operating mode. It is not necessary to remove power to change operating modes. See Table 1 on page 3-71 for a list of operating modes and switch settings. 3-70 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 113: Selecting The Operating Mode

    Selecting the Operating Mode Operating modes select the LF Field duration. The LF Field can be continuously on, operated in one of several duty cycles, or pulsed in response to an opening or closing contact. Operating modes are selected using the Mode Switches on the Options DIP Switch. Table 1: Operating Modes and Mode Switch Settings Mode Switches Mode...

  • Page 114: Setting The Wtr Address

    Look in Table 3.9 on page 3-76 for the address number. Move the Address DIP switches to the positions indicated in the table. Record the WTR serial number and address for system configuration purposes. 3-72 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 115 Setting Indicator LEDs and Buzzer You can disable the LED and buzzer that indicate WTR operations by moving the Options DIP switch 3 to the position. See Table 2 for a description of the indicator displays. Table 2: Tag Scanning Indicators LED and Buzzer Operation Buzzer emits short beep.

  • Page 116: Verifying Operation

    Low Power Mode which is described in the preceding text. In each of the three error states, the WTR transmits a network message that indicates which of the three causes is responsible. 3-74 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 117: Wtr Notes

    WTR Notes Wireless Tag Reader Specifications Part Number NA: SR4PT01; Int’l: 804A5901 Operating Temperature 32° F to 131° F (0° C to 55° C) Relative Humidity 0-90% RH non-condensing Dimensions (W x H x D) 9.0 in. x 1.7 in. x 4.1 in. (22.8 cm x 4.3 cm x 10.4 cm) including mounting plate Weight 17.6 oz (500 g), including mounting plate...
  • Page 118                                   3-76 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 119 Table 3.9 WTR Addresses Table 3.9 WTR Addresses Address 1 Address 1                             ...
  • Page 120                                   3-78 Chapter 3 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 121: Software Configuration

    HAPTER This chapter describes the tasks required to configure the system for initial use. These tasks include: • Installing the RoamAlert software on the server and on workstations (if required) • Setting the RS-485 network communications port • Setting global options •...

  • Page 122: Installing The Roamalert Software

    To Install the RoamAlert Software on a Server or Workstation Make sure that you close all running programs before starting the installation. Insert the RoamAlert software CD into the CD drive of the server. If Autorun is not enabled on this computer, then:...
  • Page 123 Next . The Choose Destination Location window opens. To accept the destination offered, click Next . Proceed to Step 11. To enter or choose another location, click Browse . The Choose Folder window opens. Software Configuration Installing the RoamAlert Software...
  • Page 124 Path: box, then click Select Program Folder window opens. This is the folder on the Windows Start menu to which RoamAlert software program icons are added. Select an existing folder or type a new name, then click Next . The Enter Text window opens.
  • Page 125 You should re-start the computer before performing other tasks. Click Finish to complete the setup procedure. Repeat this procedure for each workstation (console) in the system. Important: Console For workstation (console)s, select RoamAlert in Step 5. Software Configuration Installing the RoamAlert Software...

  • Page 126: System Access Levels

    During installation, RoamAlert places a shortcut in the folder: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\Startup If you do not want RoamAlert to start each time this computer is turned on, navigate to that folder and delete the shortcut. System Access Levels Before you configure RoamAlert, you need to understand user modes and system access levels.

  • Page 127: Configuring Roamalert Software

    Add links (if I/O-8 modules are used). Important: All tasks must be performed at the RoamAlert server. To configure the RoamAlert software, you must be logged into Administrator Mode so that you have access to all software functions. Software Configuration...

  • Page 128: Change The Rs-485 Network Port

    During software installation, RoamAlert automatically adds the RS-485 network to the system and configures its communications port and baud rate. There may be installations, however, where RoamAlert does not correctly ascertain the port for a Node not found server. In this situation, RoamAlert issues a error when you attempt to add and configure the first node in the system.
  • Page 129 RS-485 Network panel, or click Finish delete the network and return to the RS-485 Network panel. Procedure: Add the New RS-485 Network Add New RS-485 Network New RS-485 Network Wizard Click on the toolbar. The window opens. Software Configuration Configuring RoamAlert Software...
  • Page 130 57,600 are pre-selected. Unless specifically directed by SHS, do not change the baud rate. Select the correct communications port, then click Next to continue to the Completing the New RS-485 Network window. 4-10 Chapter 4 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 131 Close box at the upper right of the window, or press Alt-Q on the keyboard, then User Name Password enter your , and click Restart the RoamAlert application from the desktop. 4-11 Software Configuration Configuring RoamAlert Software...

  • Page 132: Set Global Configuration Options

    Set Global Configuration Options You must configure the RoamAlert software to meet the specific needs of the installation. The options configured here may have been assessed during consultations with the client. Procedure: Set Global Configuration Options at the Server Make a photocopy of Form 2 in Appendix A to record the settings. In the...
  • Page 133 If you wish to change the configured default backup location, use the (days) at (time) Browse button to select an alternate disk/folder in which to store RoamAlert backup files. You may also specify the backup frequency. Missed Tag Pulse Actions...
  • Page 134 Table 4.1 RoamAlert Configuration Settings (continued) Setting Usage Messaging Port Settings Serial Port If your facility has a paging interface (Messaging), this setting identifies the serial port used by the interface. Messages are sent out the selected port using the TAP protocol, which is 7 bits, even parity, one stop bit (7E1).

  • Page 135: Add And Configure Nodes

    Add and Configure Nodes Each node that you have installed (door and elevator controllers, receivers, I/O-8 modules, WTRs) must be added to the system before it can be recognized by the RoamAlert software. Procedure: Add a Node to the RoamAlert System For every four (4) door controllers that you are adding, make one photocopy of Form 3.
  • Page 136 Serial Number Enter the for the node. As you type the first digit, RoamAlert enables one or Node Type more options, as follows: • 0 or 1= Door or Elevator Controller, • 2 or 6= Receiver, • 4= I/O-8 Module.
  • Page 137 Up to 8 zones can be assigned to an I/O-8 module. Each zone can be either an output or an input zone. 17.2 Use the up and down arrows to select a zone number (1-8) from the Zone box, then click Assign 4-17 Software Configuration Configuring RoamAlert Software...
  • Page 138 Repeat Steps 17.2 to 17.6 for each zone you are configuring for this module. 17.8 Click Next to continue to the Completing the New Node Wizard window. In the Completing the New Node Wizard window, review the information you entered for this new node. 4-18 Chapter 4 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 139 RS-485 Network communication port is not set correctly. If the problem is with the RS-485 port setting, refer to the section “Change the RS- 485 Network Port” on page 4-8 for details. 4-19 Software Configuration Configuring RoamAlert Software...

  • Page 140: Add And Configure Workstations (Consoles)

    Add and Configure Workstations (Consoles) When the RoamAlert software is installed, the server is added automatically. In this section, you add and configure any workstations (consoles), and adjust the configuration of the server if necessary. Procedure: To Add a Workstation (Console) to the RoamAlert System For each workstation (console) that you are adding, make one photocopy of Form 6.
  • Page 141 A node list is displayed with check boxes for each alarm filter setting. By default, the workstation can see, hear, and accept alarms from all door and elevator controllers, receivers, and I/O-8 modules in the RoamAlert system. 4-21 Software Configuration...
  • Page 142 In the previous step, you identified the controllers from which this workstation can receive alarms. In this step, you define whether or not this workstation can pass these alarms on to external equipment through an alarm output module that is physically con- nected to the workstation. 4-22 Chapter 4 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 143 Completing the New Console Wizard window. Review the name and tag ranges (if specified) you entered for this workstation. • Back click to make changes, or • click Cancel to close the Wizard without adding the item. 4-23 Software Configuration Configuring RoamAlert Software...
  • Page 144 The opens at the General panel. Open each property panel as needed to make changes (see “To Add a Workstation (Console) to the RoamAlert System” for field details). To close the properties sheet without saving your changes, click Cancel .

  • Page 145: Add Floor Plans

    Setting In the column of the form, record the entries you make for each setting. In the column, mark off each setting as you complete it. At the RoamAlert server in Administrator mode, select the Floors tab. Note: The floors displayed in this manual are strictly for demonstration purposes and do not necessarily resemble the floors in your facility.
  • Page 146 Browse Click the button. A standard Windows File Open dialog box opens at the RoamAlert Floors folder and displays the available.bmp files. Select the appropriate floor plan file or look Open in other folders where you may have floor plans stored, select one and click...
  • Page 147 Note: If you have selected a floor plan from outside the RoamAlert Floors folder, RoamAlert automatically copies the plan into the Floors folder. Click Next to continue to the Position New Floor Plan window. The defined floor plan names are listed, with the leftmost in tabbing order at the top and rightmost at the bottom.

  • Page 148: Place Nodes On Floor Plans

    This makes icon selection easier when there are many nodes to choose from. Procedure: Place a Node Icon on a Floor Plan At the RoamAlert server in Administrator mode, select the Floors tab. Select the floor plan on which you wish to place nodes.
  • Page 149 Procedure: Remove a Node Icon from a Floor Plan At the RoamAlert server in Administrator mode, select the Floors tab. Select the floor plan which has the node you need to remove. Remove Node On the floor plan, click the node icon to highlight it. The button on the Floors panel toolbar is enabled.

  • Page 150: Add Users And Set Access Levels

    Add Users and Set Access Levels When a new staff member requires access to RoamAlert, you need to add them to the user list and provide them with a password and an optional PIN code. Procedure: Add a New User For every ten (10) users, make one photocopy of Form 9.
  • Page 151 Click an Access Rights button to select the level for this user (see the RoamAlert System Manual for a complete list of tasks by user level), then click Next to continue to the New User window. Fill in the information for this user as follows:...
  • Page 152 • Finish click to add the item and close the wizard. The new user is added to the User List. Repeat this procedure for each user you are adding to the system. 4-32 Chapter 4 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 153: Add Tags To Inventory

    A form is not provided for tags. When you have finished adding all tags, print the tag list and include it with the commissioning forms. To print the list, click the Print button at the upper right of the Tags panel. At the RoamAlert server in Administrator mode, select the Tags tab. Tags Procedure:...
  • Page 154 Asset - for asset tracking applications (usually mobile). Inter Tag - reserved for future use (tag under development). TAB - for integration with TABS applications. Click Next to continue to the Tag’s Expiration Date window. 4-34 Chapter 4 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 155 The new tag is added to the Tag List. Repeat this procedures for other tags you are manually adding to the system. Don’t forget to print the tag list when all tags have been added. 4-35 Software Configuration Configuring RoamAlert Software...

  • Page 156: Add And Configure Tag Categories

    Setting In the column of the form, record the entries you make for each setting. In the column, mark off each setting as you complete it. At the RoamAlert server in Administrator mode, select the Categories tab. Categories Add New Category...
  • Page 157 Missed Tag Pulse Actions fields on the Settings tab. See Table 4.1, “RoamAlert Configuration Settings” on page 12. No: RoamAlert does not monitor beacon signals for tags in this category. No warnings or alarms are issued if the signal is not detected by a receiver.
  • Page 158 • click Finish to add the item and close the wizard. The new category is added to the Categories List. Repeat this procedure for each category you are adding to the system. 4-38 Chapter 4 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 159: Add Annotations

    Add Annotations When RoamAlert users accept an alarm, they must supply a reason. This reason, called an annotation, may be typed in or selected from a pre-defined list. A pre-defined list makes common reasons available so that typing is minimized and spelling is accurate. Searching the Activity Log for specific annotations is made easier and more accurate as well.
  • Page 160 • click Finish to add the item and close the wizard. The annotation is added to the Annotation List. Repeat this procedure for each annotation you are adding to the system. 4-40 Chapter 4 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 161: Configure Alarm Sounds

    Configure Alarm Sounds When a tag alarm is received at the server, RoamAlert issues the alarm at the server or at the server designated for that particular alarm. A sound specific to the alarm type and tag is played through the computer speaker.
  • Page 162 Browse button. A standard Windows File Open dialog box opens at the RoamAlert installation folder and displays the available .wav files. Select one of the displayed .wav files or look in other folders where you may have stored your...
  • Page 163 To close the properties sheet without saving your changes, click . To save your changes and close the properties sheet, click Repeat this procedure for each alarm sound that you want to change or customize. 4-43 Software Configuration Configuring RoamAlert Software...

  • Page 164: Add And Configure Messaging Devices

     Setting In the column of the form, record the entries you make for each setting. In the column, mark off each setting as you complete it. At the RoamAlert server in Administrator mode, select the Messaging tab. Messaging Click Add New Messaging Device on the toolbar.
  • Page 165 This “no alarm” condition could result in the injury to or death of a person in the care of the facility. See “To Add a Workstation (Console) to the RoamAlert System” on page 4-20 for Alarm Filter details. Click...
  • Page 166 Repeat this procedure for each messaging device you are adding to the system. 4-46 Chapter 4 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 167: Add Links

    Configure Nodes” on page 4-15 for software configuration. The I/O-8 module can extend RoamAlert functionality for a variety of uses. You can add a door switch to an input zone and configure the zone it to be an input (even supervised). A link can be defined so that whenever the door is opened an output zone activates an external device, such as a CCT camera.
  • Page 168 If you do not want this link to be activated immediately after completing the wizard, check the Disable Link box (the link can be activated later in the Property sheet). Click Next to continue to the Time Trigger window. 4-48 Chapter 4 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 169 When you are satisfied with the time trigger setting, click Next to continue to the System Trigger window. In the System Trigger window, you can set up one or more system inputs that trigger the link action. 4-49 Software Configuration Configuring RoamAlert Software...
  • Page 170 • Cancel click to close the Wizard without adding the item. If you are satisfied with the displayed information: • click Next to add the item and begin adding another, or 4-50 Chapter 4 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 171 • Finish click to add the item and close the wizard. The new link is added to the Link List. Repeat this procedure for each new link you are adding to the system. 4-51 Software Configuration Configuring RoamAlert Software...
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  • Page 173: System Commissioning

    C h a p t e r YSTEM OMMISSIONING HAPTER This chapter describes the tasks required to commission the system for use. When all devices and software have been installed and configured, a final system check must be performed before the system is commissioned. System commissioning tasks include: •...

  • Page 174: Performing The Final System Check

    These statistics can then be analyzed to determine if coverage is adequate. Tag pulse statistics can be viewed on the Tag Pulse Supervision tab of a tag’s property sheet. Refer to the RoamAlert User Guide ( Part # 980-000026-000 ), Chapter 6, Tag Management for details.

  • Page 175: Documenting The Installed Software And Hardware

    Documenting the Installed Software and Hardware You should develop a System Commissioning Report in a three-ring tabbed binder that contains all completed forms, printouts of floor plans with devices located, and any other information that may be useful to the client. Software Follow the procedures in Chapter 4 –...

  • Page 176: Delivering The System To The Client

    Agreement with the client on deliverables should be part of initial contract negotiations. Along with a tested system, deliverables might include (depending on client requirements): • As-built drawings • Equipment lists • Administrator and user training Chapter 5 RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 177: A Commissioning Forms

    Form Name Usage Software Forms Software Configuration Checklist Initial and enter task completion dates RoamAlert Configuration Settings 1 copy Door Controller Settings 1 copy for every four (4) door controllers Elevator Controller Settings 1 copy for every six (6) elevator controllers...
  • Page 178 Form 1 Software Configuration Checklist Technician Date Completed Task Name/Initials (YYYY/MM/DD) RoamAlert Global Settings ________/____/____ RS485 Network ________/____/____ Door Controllers ________/____/____ Elevator Controllers ________/____/____ Receivers ________/____/____ Wireless Tag Readers ________/____/____ I/O-8 Modules ________/____/____ Network Managers ________/____/____ Server/Consoles ________/____/____ Floors and Node Placement...

  • Page 179: Roamalert Configuration Settings

    Activity Log Keep Last nn Days Default = 31 days Select a new value if necessary Days in log: _______ Backup Backup Folder Default = C:\Program Files\EXI\RoamAlert\BackupFiles Alternate folder selected: _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ Frequency Default = 0 days Alternate frequency specified:...
  • Page 180 Form 2 RoamAlert Configuration Settings (continued)  Item Setting User Authentication (Enable recommended)  Shutdown System Default = Disabled || Setting =  Accept Alarm Default = Disabled || Setting =  Perform User Functions Default = Disabled || Setting = ...

  • Page 181: Door Controller Settings

    Form 3 Door Controller Settings  Item Setting Door Controller # ____ New Node Serial Number Number = __________________ Node Name Name = ______________________________ Door Controller Operation Modes  Door Ajar Alarm Door Ajar Alarm after _____ seconds  Suppress Loiter Suppress Loiter Door Controller # ____ New Node...

  • Page 182: Elevator Controller Settings

    Name = ______________________________ Elevator Controller # ____ New Node Serial Number Number = __________________ Node Name Name = ______________________________ Elevator Controller # ____ New Node Serial Number Number = __________________ Node Name Name = ______________________________ Appendix A RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 183: Receiver Or Satellite Settings

    Form 5 Receiver or Satellite Settings  Item Setting Receiver # _______ New Node Serial Number Number = __________________ Node Name Name = ______________________________ Receiver # _______ New Node Serial Number Number = __________________ Node Name Name = ______________________________ Receiver # _______ New Node Serial Number Number = __________________...

  • Page 184: I/O-8 Module Settings

    Non-Latch    State: NC Supervised:   Zone 8 Name = _________________________ Enabled Assigned   Output Input     Non-Active Active Type: Latch Non-Latch    State: NC Supervised: Appendix A RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 185 Form 7 RoamAlert Server/Console Settings  Item Setting   Server: Console: Server/Console # _______ ________________________________________ Server/Console Name Tag Filters Default = Blank Range # 1 Start: __________ End: __________ Range # 2 Start: __________ End: __________ Range # 3...

  • Page 186: Roamalert Server/Console Settings

    Form 7 RoamAlert Server/Console Settings (continued)  Item Setting Alarm Filter (Controllers) Controller # 1 Name: ________________________________      Door: Elevator: Can See: Can Hear: Can Accept: Controller # 2 Name: ________________________________     ...
  • Page 187 Form 7 RoamAlert Server/Console Settings (continued)  Item Setting Alarm Filter (Receivers) Receiver # 1 Name: ________________________________    Can See: Can Hear: Can Accept: Receiver # 2 Name: ________________________________    Can See: Can Hear: Can Accept:...
  • Page 188 Form 7 RoamAlert Server/Console Settings (continued)  Item Setting Alarm Filter (I/O-8 Modules) I/O-8 Module # 1 Name: ________________________________    Can See: Can Hear: Can Accept: I/O-8 Module # 2 Name: ________________________________    Can See: Can Hear:...

  • Page 189: Floor Settings

    Form 8 Floor Settings  Item Setting  Floor # ____ All nodes (door and elevator controllers, receivers, I/O-8 modules) placed? New Floor Plan Floor Plan Name Name = ______________________________________________ Image File Filename = ____________________________________________ Position New Floor Plan Tabbing Order Order = _______ (e.g., 1st, 2nd, 3rd, etc.) ...

  • Page 190: User Settings

    Supervisor Administrator Login Name & Full Name Login: _________ Full: _________________________________ User # ________     Access Rights User Team Leader Supervisor Administrator Login Name & Full Name Login: _________ Full: _________________________________ A-14 Appendix A RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 191: Category Settings

    Category Form 10 Settings  Item Setting Name ___________________________________________________   Beacon Signal (pulse) Rate (Asset): ________________ Background Color ___________________ Name ___________________________________________________   Beacon Signal (pulse) Rate (Asset): ________________ Background Color ___________________ Name ___________________________________________________   Beacon Signal (pulse) Rate (Asset): ________________ Background Color ___________________...

  • Page 192: Annotation Settings

    Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ Annotation ___________________________________________________ A-16 Appendix A RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 193: Alarm Sound Settings

    Alarm Sound Form 12 Settings  Item Setting Unassigned Tags  Sound File Default or File: ____________________________________ Wrist (resident) Tags  Sound File Default or File: ____________________________________ Asset Tags (including Inter and TABS tags)  Sound File Default or File: ____________________________________ A-17 Commissioning Forms...

  • Page 194: Messaging Device Settings

    Off Body Accept Communication Events from Console Console Name:______________________________________ Messaging Device Identification ID _______________ Notes _______________________________________________ Notification Events     Notification Events Exit Off Body Accept Communication Events from Console Console Name:______________________________________ A-18 Appendix A RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 195: Link Settings

    Link Form 14 Settings  Item Setting New Link Link ID ____________  Link Name _________________________________________ Disable Time Trigger (if used)  Set Time Trigger Start Time _____________ End Time _____________    Day Selection Mon-Sun Mon-Fri Sat-Sun Specific Day __________ Link Trigger (I/O-8 Module) (if used) ...

  • Page 196: Door Controller Hardware Settings

    100% of the time, regardless of the position or orientation of the tag. This is verified during exciter field tuning with the controller set to TEST MODE (Pos 0 on SW102). Notes: A-20 Appendix A RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 197: Elevator Controller Hardware Settings

    Elevator Controller Hardware Form 16 Settings  Elevator Controller Identification Name _______________________________________________ Ser #:______________ Comments:  Interface Checklist RS485 communications connected and operational RS485 optically isolated repeater installed on elevator segment of network Supplied power within operational requirements of this device Elevator controller alarm relay interfaced to elevator system (required) * Door position switch connected and operational ** Exciter antenna(s) mounted on opposite walls, in same polar orientation...

  • Page 198: Receiver (Na And Int'l) Or Satellite (Na Only) Hardware Settings

    Name _______________________________________________ Ser #:______________   Type: R Location:_____________________________________________ RS485 communications connected and operational Receives tag messages from all positions and orientations within designated coverage area Supplied power within operational requirements of this device A-22 Appendix A RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 199: Wireless Tag Reader (Wtr) Hardware Settings

    Wireless Tag Reader (WTR) Hardware Form 18 Settings  WTR Identification Ser #: 8_____________ Address (0-255): ______ Name _______________________________________________  Options      Mode: Continuous Standby Duty Cycle 1 Duty Cycle 2 Duty Cycle 3   ...
  • Page 200 A-24 Appendix A RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

  • Page 201: B Legacy Components

    A p p e n d i x EGACY OMPONENTS HAPTER This Appendix covers the installation of components that have been replaced but may still be in service or may be required for retrofit in older existing installations. These components include: •...

  • Page 202: Network Managers (Part # Agenm01-000

    If you are installing a RoamAlert Plug-in Server Bundle, the NM replaces the internal RS-485 card that used to be supplied. If you are installing a RoamAlert Self-Install Server Bundle, you replace the supplied external RS-232/485 converter with the NM.

  • Page 203: Removing The Termination Jumpers

    Connect the Ethernet cable from the RoamAlert server (or the corporate network) to the ETHERNET jack on the back of the NM. Connect the 24 VDC power cable (see Figure B-3 on page B-4): Connect the red wire to 24 VDC + on the NM back.

  • Page 204: Network Manager Notes And Diagrams

    Network Manager Notes and Diagrams Figure B-2: Network Manager Front View Figure B-3: Network Manager Back View Appendix B RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...
  • Page 205 NDEX HAPTER installation tips mounting, elevators 3-39 Alarm output module tuning, doors installation tips 3-50 Exciter fields installing 3-50 tuning, elevators 3-37 Central power supply Forms back-up battery, described alarm sounds A-17 described annotations A-16 Commissioning configuration settings client delivery door controller documenting the system elevator controller...
  • Page 206 Satelite receiver installation tips 3-27 Warranty i-iii Satellite Receiver mounting template 3-31 Wiegand interface Repeater described RS-485, described installation tips 3-20 RoamAlert system installing 3-20 basic components minimum configuration installation tips 3-66 optional components tags, described Index RoamAlert™ Installation Manual...

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