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Warranty Long Range Systems, LLC permits a one-year manufacturer’s warranty following the original consumer purchase date of any LRS system. Any individual components or products purchased will receive a 30-day manufacture warranty. This warranty covers any defects due to faulty material or workmanship, but does not include damage to the product resulting from accident, misuse or improper electrical connection.
Table Of Contents Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Long Range Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Installation and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Hardware Provided . . . . .
Long Range Systems Long Range Systems is a provider of cutting-edge onsite paging solutions. We offer exceptional products and services that satisfy our customer’s needs for years to come. Thorough familiarity with these instructions and procedures will ensure proper operation and maintenance of the system. NOTE: This guide should be kept readily available for managers and key staff.
Basic Installation and Setup Hardware Provided Each T9601 transmitter kit contains: (1) T9601 Setup Guide (1) Transmitter keypad with Dry-Erase name board (1) Dry Erase Marker (1) Antenna (1) 12VDC power adapter (1) Thumbscrew (1) Thumbscrew Clamp (2) Mounting Brackets (1 – with foam pad, 1 – without foam pad) (4) Screws Installation Procedure The following is the basic installation procedure ! CAUTION: • The transmitter requires a dedicated power supply • Mounting the antenna near any large metal objec
Mounting Your System: Four captive nuts are located in a slider on the backside of the T9601 transmitter. These are used to secure the mounting brackets to the unit. The brackets may be mounted in several configurations dependent upon the mounting surface. Captive Nuts 1. Position the non-foam padded mounting bracket so that the side with the two holes (laying flat on the slider) are pointing towards the antenna end of the transmitter. 2. Align the holes with two of the captive nuts. 3.
5. Adjust the distance between the brackets to fit the mounting surface. 6. Securely tighten all captive screws. 7. In a clockwise motion, turn the thumbscrew into the non-foam padded mounting bracket. 8. Attach and screw the thumbscrew clamp foot to the thumbscrew. 9. Holding the transmitter steady, position the foam padded side of the mounting bracket onto the bottom of the mounting surface. 10.
Bracket Mounting Suggestions The basic mounting suggestion is shown here.
Transmitter/Keypad Elements Pager Reset Terminals: Used to reset pagers before reprogramming. Dry-Erase Server Board: Write the staff names on the label next to their pager number with a NON-PERMANENT, Dry-Erase Marker or grease pencil. Keypad Functions Before using the keypad, read the following key descriptions: Function Keys: The function keys are located on the last row of the transmitter keypad.
Basic Paging Operations The T9601 factory defaults are the most commonly used settings (System ID = 0, Vibration Mode = 1). Paging For pagers numbered 1 – 16: 1. Press the pager number on the keypad unit 2. The unit will automatically send a page For pagers numbered 17 and higher: NOTE: Pagers can be numbered up to 999 1. Press PGR 2. Enter the pager number (using #’s 1 – 9 and 10 [as zero]) 3.
System Settings Setting the Vibration Mode NOTE: The factory default setting for vibration mode is 1 vibration. (EX: When a page is sent from the transmitter, the pager will vibrate once) To set the vibration mode: 1. Press PROG 2. Enter 9 - 2 - # • 1 vibration: # = 1 • 2 vibrations: # = 2 • 3 vibrations: # = 3 3. Press ENT Set the Vibration Strength (Only Appicable to the SP5) The strength of a pager’s vibration when paged can be set.
Setup All Call ‘All Call’ sends a page to all pagers at once. When ‘All Call’ is enabled, pressing the number “16” on the keypad will perform this function. To enable: 1. Press PROG 2. Enter 9 - 3 - 5 3. Press ENT To disable: 1. Press PROG 2. Enter 9 - 3 - 4 3. Press ENT Station ID When more than one transmitter is being used on the same System ID, a station ID can be set to identify which transmitter the page came from. The station ID will display when a page is sent. To set: 1. Press PROG 2.
4. LCD screen on transmitter will display On When a simultaneous manager page is received: • Rechargeable and battery operated Alpha Pagers – will display “Server #: Kitchen ” Example: Server 5: Kitchen 1 To turn off: 1. Press PROG 2. Enter 9 - 5 - 2 3. Press ENT 4. The LCD screen on the transmitter will display Off Setup Duty Pager Duty pager is used to remind someone of a task that must be completed at specified intervals.
Restart Duty Timer If a task is performed early, the timer can be reset to start the interval over. To restart: 1. Press PROG 2. Enter 9-8-1 3. Press ENT Set Time and Date Time and date are not required for normal use; however, it should be set if duty pager is enabled, and if a time is required for Alpha pagers. NOTE: Time and date should be reset at each startup To set time: 1. Press PROG 2. Enter 9 - 3 - 2 3.
• At the (year) prompt, type the yy (year) • Press ENT. Send Time and Date to Alpha pagers The T9601 automatically sends the date and time every minute. However, you can also manually send time/date to all Alpha pagers using the transmitter keypad. To send time/date: 1. Press PROG 2. Enter 9 - 3 - 1 3. Press ENT Set POCSAG Start In systems using both Alpha pagers and Star pagers, a start for the POCSAG (alpha) pagers must be set. The default POCSAG start for alpha pagers is 50.
Key Tone The default key tone for the T9601 is a ‘beep’ sound when keypad buttons are pressed. However, the key tone ‘beep’ sound can be disabled. To enable: 1. Press PROG 2. Enter 9 - 8 - 6 3. Press ENT To disable: 1. Press PROG 2. Enter 9 - 8 - 7 3.
Maintenance Checks Range Test Perform a range test to determine the effective range of the T9601. NOTE: Be sure to remove pagers from the charging base before performing the range test. 1. Press PROG - 9 - 9 - 7 - ENT 2. The screen will display “tst” and then a “-” (dash) will appear 3. When the “-” (dash) begins scrolling across the screen, pagers will vibrate every 5 seconds (as long as they are receiving the signal) 4.
Programming Pagers If a new pager number needs to be assigned to a pager, Star (SP5) and Alpha pagers can be reprogrammed from the T9601 transmitter. If you would like to assign or reassign numbers to pagers, contact LRS to verify your restaurant ID before proceeding. To Program Pagers: 1. Be sure the POCSAG start is correct for programming pager types (see “Set POCSAG Start” pg. 14) 2.
Assign Manager Pager A manager pager can be assigned to notify a manager what station they are needed at when a page is received. Only LRS alphanumeric pagers (rechargeable and battery operated) can be set as manager pagers. Set Manager Pager 1. Press PROG 2. Enter 9 - 8 - 5 3. Press ENT 4. At Ngr (manager), enter the pager number 5. Press ENT NOTE: Manager pager cannot be disabled. However, you can reassign manager pager to a different pager number.
T9601 Quick Programming Functions Guide When programming functions: 1.Press PROG 2. Enter the Function Code 3.
Troubleshooting Transmitter Unit The Light On The Keypad Display Does Not Come On When A Key Is Pressed • Check the charging power supply by plugging the power/charging supply used for the pager charger into the transmitter unit. • If the display light comes on, there may be a problem with the T9601 power/charging supply. Call LRS Customer Support to order a new power supply. • If the display still does not light, there may be a problem with the transmitter unit. Call LRS Customer Support for assistance.
Service Questions and Answers Should your paging system ever fail or should you need additional paging equipment, call Long Range Systems at (800) 437-4996. Normal Business Hours Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Central Time. Weekend or Evening Emergencies: • Long Range Systems provides 24/7 live technical support. • Please keep in mind that replacement options are limited on weekends and holidays.
LRS Pagers Available for the T9601 Using the SP5 1-Line Rechargeable Alpha Numeric Pager www.pager.net Select Button Charging Any rechargeable pager will require the use of an LRS charger. The SP5 uses the Charger 5 (CH-R5). 1. Place the pager in the charger 2. Allow unit to charge fully overnight (at least 24 hours) 3. Remove from charger and the pager will vibrate or beep 4. The LCD will show: • C1: [System ID] Pager ID (Ex. C1: [0] 91) • Programming Active • Blank screen or Date and Time (if set) (Ex.
3. Highlight the Vibe selection then PRESS and HOLD the Select Button until the screen shows. VIBE 4. Press or hold the Select Button until the desired vibration level is selected 5. If holding down on the Select Button, the vibe level will increase to max and then decrease towards the minimum 6. Release the Select Button when desired vibration level has been reached 7. To exit, wait 8 seconds and the pager will go back to the vibe/contrast menu VIBE CONTRAST Contrast To set the Contrast Level 1.
Messages The pager stores the last 5 received messages. To view the messages: 1. At the (blank screen/time & date) menu display, press the Select Button once 2. Messages 2 lines in length will show a > symbol at the end of the first line and a < symbol at the beginning of the second line 3. Messages over 2 lines in length, the middle lines will show “< the next line of the message >” 4.
Selecting functions 1. From Read All screen, press Up (or Dn) Scroll button until desired selection displays 2. Press Read/Select button to select item 3. Press Up (or Dn) Scroll button to choose/adjust 4. Press Read/Select to confirm/set Power On/Off Set ON (if unit is off) 1. Press and hold Scroll Up until YES/NO shows. 2. At “Power ON?” use Up (or Dn) Scroll button to select YES 3. Press Read/Select button to set Set OFF 1. Using the Up (or Dn) scroll button scroll until display shows “Power OFF?” 2.
Set Contrast 1. Using the Up (or Dn) scroll button scroll until display shows “Set Contrast” 2. Press Read/Select 3. Use the Up (or Dn) scroll button to adjust 4. Press Read/Select to confirm Auto ON/OFF 1. Using the Up (or Dn) scroll button scroll until display shows “Auto ON/OFF” 2. Press Read/Select to set auto on/off 3. Use the Up (or Dn) scroll button to select On or Off 4. Press Up (or Dn) scroll button to set on/off time and press Read/Select to move through the segments Set Key Tone On/Off 1.
Using the Star Pager 1 4 1 2 3 800.437.4996 t www.pager.ne 4 Charging Any rechargeable pager will require use of an LRS charger. The Star Pager (SP4) uses the Charger 9 (CH-R9). 1. Place the pager in the charger 2. Allow unit to charge fully overnight (at least 24 hours) 3. Remove from charger, and pager will vibrate, beep, and light 4. Replace the pager in the charger at the end of each day Messages The pager can vibrate, beep, and light up message lights.
Cleaning & Charging Instructions For LRS Paging Equipment Cleaning: LRS pagers are made from industrial-strength, polycarbonate material. However, this material is susceptible to hairline cracking if non-approved cleaners are used. When cleaning LRS pagers, we recommend only using ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL-BASED CLEANERS. To clean the equipment: 1. Take a clean rag and an isopropyl-alcohol based cleaner 2. Soak the clean rag with the isopropyl alcohol cleaner 3. Wipe down the pagers or equipment.
