Installation Instructions

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C.A.R.E.L. Command Center

Model SRX

The Badge Messenger System:

Warnings and Notices.

The Badge Messenger system is designed to support your current Crisis

Management and Safety protocol. As such, if the use of public address

systems is currently part of your Crisis protocol, you should continue to

use it in conjunction with the Badge Messenger system. Each Messenger

has both a haptic feedback (vibrator motor), and a high-brightness LED as

sensory alerts. These however are not always enough and the reliance on

these alone for notification should not be part of the emergency protocol.

The Messenger is designed to transmit and receive with a minimum of

auditory disruption for the normal classroom yet be easily felt and heard

with repeated haptic stimulation. With usage, the associated protocol can

be adapted to take advantage of the operation of the Messenger.

Summary of content (12 pages)

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The Badge Messenger System: Warnings and Notices. The Badge Messenger system is designed to support your current Crisis Management and Safety protocol. As such, if the use of public address systems is currently part of your Crisis protocol, you should continue to use it in conjunction with the Badge Messenger system. Each Messenger has both a haptic feedback (vibrator motor), and a high-brightness LED as sensory alerts.
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FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. CAUTION: The grantee is not responsible for any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance.
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Warranty Introduction The CAREL is covered for defects in workmanship or parts failure for a period of 12-months from date of purchase. Badge Messenger will at its sole discretion, replace or repair any defective device covered within the warranty period. Warranty will not cover damage due to misuse, abuse, water damage, tamper, or disassembly. The use of unauthorized accessories may also void your warranty. Please see the precautions (1.2) and the safety instructions (1.
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Description of Features 2.0 Introduction to CAREL The CAREL Mobile Command Center is the communication hub for the Badge Messenger system. The CAREL consists of a tablet style interface and a set of specific radios for the LoRa protocol. These are fixed at the factory and are non-configurable by the end user. The following instructions will cover all aspects of operation. Please follow all safety instructions to ensure the safe and enjoyable operation of your CAREL. Figure 3.
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3.0 Set-up 3.3 CAREL Set-up / Gateway 1. 2. 3. First time you power up, the CAREL, the screen will present a “Set-up” icon. Selecting this starts the initial set-up of your equipment. Remove CAREL from box and inspect contents for any damage. Remove clear protective sheet from the screen. Plug in power adaptor to 120V Wall Outlet and in to the CAREL charge port (taking care to route the cable through the kickstand, not under). 4. Swing out kick stand and place on a stable surface.
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3.4 Screen nomenclature Icon Menu • Badge Messenger Icon: Pressing the hummingbird icon is the Shortcut to “Operations” page. (fig.3.2) • Menu: Selecting this drop-down menu, you access all CAREL functions. • Mode: This area of the screen displays the current state of the CAREL interface. Touching this area activates “FULL SCREEN” and resets any zoom screen function. • School Name / Screen refresh: Touching this area refreshes the screen.
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4.0 Operations 4.3 4.1 Downloading (adding) a Master Configuration File to the CAREL Adding Messengers to your CAREL, is a simple process of attaching the messenger and powering up. The following section will explain how to transfer a master configuration file from your customer portal via your computer to your CAREL Downloading the MCF from the Computer to the Transfer Drive. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Connect Transfer Drive to computer via USB port. Go to portal.badgemessenger.com and log in.
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4.5 Adding Repeaters to your CAREL System Adding a repeater is recommended for facilities that cannot be serviced by the CAREL alone. Please see instructions on “Adding Repeaters” within the instruction Manual included with your new Repeater. An average grade school is usually served well by one repeater. Larger schools with 5.0 Requests All incoming requests from messengers are delivered to the CAREL. These requests can be handled by the operator, or the person making the request. 5.
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EMERGENCY EVENTS 6.0 Emergency events Initial LOCKDOWN Screen (no one is checked in yet) The CAREL can be configured to accommodate as many different Emergency / Crisis style events as you may require. The Lockdown is unique is that the “Lockdown” icon is ever present and ready for use. All other events / drills are accessed through the Menu. CAREL Initiated Lockdown Event can be started in two different ways. First is with the LOCKDOWN Icon located on the “Operations” screen.
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Are You Safe? (Second Messenger Button Press) Phase 2 Returned (Fourth Messenger Button Press) Phase 4 This is the screen for the second button press for the event. This shows the condition of each Messenger as to them being in position or not in position and working to improve their condition. Green circle and check mark is in position. Red circle and X, is out of position. The Red Circle is a status that can be updated as the condition improves.
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Roll Call of all assigned Messengers 7.0 Roll Call When selecting the Roll Call screen, all staff members are displayed, both active and non-active. The active are illuminated and have the status dot highlighted green, and the inactive are greyed out with a red status dot. This process also time stamps the event for review. With the aid of the selector dropdown, you can select to display “Present”, “Missing” and “All”. The status is updated every 15 minuets from the messenger.
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8.4 Request Sub-menu Management Menu > Administration > Request Sub-menu Options Changes to the availability of an option and its priority. This change will not remove the option residing on previously configured Messengers. This change will apply to Messengers issued going forward. 1. 2. 3. Selecting the + will allow you to add a new Option Selecting the pencil will allow you to alter an Option. Selecting the x will allow you to delete a current Option. 8.