User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Contents 1 Introduction......................1 1.1 Abbreviations and Glossary ................1 1.2 Ascom a71 and p71 Versions ................1 2 Description....................... 2 2.1 General Design ....................2 2.2 Chargers ......................5 2.2.1 Single Charger ...................
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User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 6.6 Data Send ......................16 6.6.1 Data Send ....................16 6.6.2 Data Send with a Prefix ................16 7 Navigate the Menu ....................17 7.1 Enter/Exit the Menu ..................17 7.2 Shortcut Keys ....................
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User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 9.4.20 Display System Information ..............25 9.5 System Test ...................... 26 9.5.1 Coverage Test ..................26 9.5.2 Location Test .................... 26 9.5.3 Error Log ....................26 9.5.4 GUI Test ....................26 9.5.5 MD/NM Test ....................
This document describes the Ascom a71 Alarm Transceiver and p71 Transceiver. The Ascom a71 Alarm Transceiver and p71 Transceiver included in the On Site Paging and Personal Security System are easy to use and designed to function in tough environments.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Description This section describes the transceiver and available accessories. Figure 2. Soft key field Pull-cord Soft keys OK key C key Mute button Navigation key Menu key Return key...
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User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Display Icons The “Audio signal off” icon is shown when all alert signals, including ring signal, message tone, key beep etc. are turned off. High priority messages will however override this setting.
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User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Buttons The transceiver has two buttons, see figure 2 on page 2. Alarm button, used to send alarms. The button can also be used for test alarm. The function of this button is configurable.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Pull-cord (Option) Figure 4. Figure 4. Pull-cord The pull-cord is made of a ABS plastic attachment connected to a canvas ribbon. The end of the ribbon has a clip which must be safely attached, for example, to the clothes. The pull-cord is also used as a security string, which prevents the transceiver to fall to the ground.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Figure 6. Figure 6. PCR with power supply, one PCR-M and two PCR-E One PCR-M can support up to 20 PCR-E, which gives a charging possibility of 126 transceivers.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Safety Instructions For safe and efficient operation of the transceiver, observe the guidelines given in this manual and all necessary safety precautions when using the transceiver. Follow the operating instructions and adhere to all warnings and safety precautions located on the product, the Quick Reference Guide and this User Manual.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Remove the battery The rear cover holding the battery is fastened by a torx screw that requires the special tool included in the delivery. IMPORTANT: Removing the battery is NOT permitted in a hazardous area.
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User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Basic Operation Note: The transceiver may have functions other than described, depending on the pre- programmed parameters. Switch the Transceiver On/Off To switch the transceiver on: Press and hold Press "Yes"...
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Alarm Functions To secure a safe transmission of an alarm, every alarm is sent in two sequences. The number of times to resend an alarm in each sequence is configurable with parameters and is done in the PDM.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Man-down & No-movement Alarm Man-down alarm: If the transceiver is tilted more than 55º for a preset time (default 7 seconds), the Man-down alarm will be activated. No-movement alarm: If no movement is detected during a preset time (default 30 seconds), the No-movement alarm will be activated.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Acoustic Location Signal (ALS) Depending on set parameters, the ramped up ALS is played after an alarm. The signal is always ramped from the lowest volume to the highest. Press the "Mute" button to turn the ALS off.
The portable can send either alarm or data when triggered by an incoming external alarm signal. A Single Charger has to be modified for this purpose, see Configuration Manual, Ascom a71 Alarm Transceiver and p71 Transceiver, TD 92439GB. 2009-03-11/ Ver. C...
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Messaging Messages List The twenty last received messages are stored in a message list. 6.1.1 Read a Stored Text Message Open the message list by pressing or from the menu. Navigate the list using The selected message is highlighted.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Message Queue If a new message is received while another message is read the new message will replace the old message in the display. The old message will be placed in the message list.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Navigate the Menu The choices in the main menu is displayed graphically with symbols, while the alternatives in the submenus are displayed as a list. Enter/Exit the Menu...
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Menu Tree Messages Figure 9. Message 1 Message List Message 2 Received Message 20 Message 1 Message 2 Info Message List Send data Enter data ... Message 6 Figure 9.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Menu Operations A parameter setting in the SIM card determines if changes that are made from the menu is saved on the SIM card. If changes are not saved on SIM, they will be discarded when the transceiver is restarted.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 9.1.3 Send Data The data send function can be used for opening a door, starting/stopping a machine etc. Press Select "Messages". Select “Send Data”. to mark a digit in the virtual digit pad, press to select the digit.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Services Twelve different services can be defined in the transceiver. The services are configured in the PDM, for more information, see Appendix A: Programming the Transceiver on page Enter the menu by pressing Select “Services”...
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver • Shortcut Keys; view which function that is assigned to each shortcut key. • General; change the following settings: Language, Group Numbers, Time and Date. • System; view information about the system and access test functions.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 9.4.9 Set Alarm Data Alarm data is a string of up to 15 characters (digits) which is sent together with the alarm. Select “Alarm Setting” and press Select “Alarm Data” and press...
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver 9.4.16 Group Numbers Group numbers makes it possible to send a message to multiple handsets. The group numbers are defined in the PDM. To activate group number, do the following: Select “General”...
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver System Test System test menu is activated from the PDM. Select “Settings” and press Select “System” and press Select “Test” and press 9.5.1 Coverage Test To display the RSSI value: Select “Coverage”...
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Operation Notice 10.1 Operation Condition Transceiver Only use the transceiver in temperatures from -10 C to +55 C (+40 C for ATEX/IECEx). Avoid exposing in direct sunlight and other heat sources.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Maintenance Use only original accessories. Installation and repairs should be done by authorised personnel only. Keep the recharging contacts on the transceiver away from metallic and greasy objects.
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Push the plate to release the battery lid, see (1). Remove the lid and the battery. Insert the new battery into the battery compartment (2). Fasten the battery lid, note that the hooks of the rear shall be inserted first. Then close the lid and secure it by pulling the plate (3).
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Note: Be careful not to bend the SIM card. 11.3 Fasten the Clip The clip has a special release function to prevent it from breaking when strained. When the clip is released and becomes slack, just snap it back with a hard press.
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User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Document History For details, see change bars in the document. Version Date Description 2007-04-20 First Released version 2007-10-18 Inserted info about ATEX/IECEx and Regulatory Compliance Statements 2009-03-11 Chapter 5.3 Man-down &...
User Manual TD 92417GB Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver Appendix A: Programming the Transceiver The transceiver is programmed using the Portable Device Manager (PDM) software PDM- SB. To program the transceiver do as below: Connect the RS232 Programming Adapter to the computer.
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When delivered, the transceiver parameters is pre-programmed. If any settings should be changed, the PDM can be used to edit the parameters. For instructions on how to edit parameters, see Configuration Manual, Ascom a71 Alarm Transceiver and p71 Transceiver, TD 92439GB.
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