iVi™ ‘the intelligent pendant’ with auto fall detection User Guide Contents
What is the iVi? What is in the box? Before first use Wearing the fall detector… 4 5 6 7 … on a neck cord............................................... 8 … as a brooch/clipped to clothing ................... 10 … on a belt ...................................................... 10 Important things to remember How it works Manual alarm operation 11 11 12 What happens if you fall ..................................
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What is the iVi? Your iVi™ is an intelligent pendant that has all the features of a standard pendant, allowing you to generate an alarm call when you need help. The iVi also provides an added layer of protection by automatically generating a call for assistance if you fall and are unable to push the help button.
What is in the box? The box contains this user guide, an iVi ‘intelligent pendant’, belt clip, neck cord and clothing clip.
Before first use Ensure the iVi is programmed correctly to your Lifeline home unit. To test this press the help button and ensure that is generates an alarm call to the monitoring centre. Tell the monitoring centre that you are making a test call and then ask them to end the call. It is important to test the iVi in all the areas of your home, including the bathroom, basement and garage, as environmental conditions such as furnishings, building structure, submersion in liquid etc. may affect the range.
Wearing the iVi detector… Your iVi will have been configured for a specific wearing option once setup you should not change the wearing option without contacting your supplier. The correct wearing positions for the different wearing options available are shown on the following pages. Wearing the iVi in line with this guidance is important as it helps to ensure it is in the most optimum position to detect falls whilst also helping to reduce the chance of incorrect activations.
… on a neck cord An adjustable neck cord is provided which should be adjusted to ensure the cord is not too long. The iVi should be fitted so that it sits at the height of your sternum. To avoid having to adjust the length of the cord each time you put the iVi on, pull apart one of the break links on the cord and then push them together again once you have put the cord over your head.
Adjusting the neck cord To shorten, pull the plastic tabs in opposite directions To lengthen, hold the neck cord just below the plastic tabs and pull apart. Taking off/Putting on the iVi To avoid having to adjust the length of the neck cord each time you take off/put on the iVi, you can undo one of the break links on the neckcord, take each side of the neck cord round your neck and then fasten the break link again.
… as a brooch/clipped to clothing The iVi can be worn in either of these orientations in order to clip it to shirt pockets, shirt/blouse openings etc. Tip - The clips are reversible to enable them to be clipped to the left or right for male and female shirt openings. … on a belt The belt clip is designed to fit a wide variety of belts however you should ensure that the belt is of sufficient width to firmly hold the iVi in place.
Important things to remember • • • • • Remember, the iVi will only detect you falling if you are wearing it. The iVi must be worn in accordance with the wearing instructions, do not change the wearing option once your preferred method has been chosen. Due to the complex dynamics of falling, all falls may not be detected. In the event of a fall you should always try to press the help button on the iVi.
If you are unable to press the help button the iVi has intelligent sensors that will automatically generate an alarm. Manual alarm operation • Press the help button on the iVi to generate a call for help. Press help button • • The red LED indicates the iVi is sending an alarm call. If the red LED flashes on and off, the iVi is still sending an alarm call, but is also indicating to you that the battery needs to be replaced.
What happens if you fall • • • Stage 1 – the iVi detects an event and analyses it for up to 20 seconds. If the iVi decides that event is a fall, stage 2 is started. Stage 2 – The Green LED is turned on and the sounder plays ascending tones. This warns you that a fall alarm is about to be made and provides 10 seconds for you to cancel the alarm. Stage 3 – if the alarm is not cancelled, the LED goes red for a short time and the sounder plays an alarm tone. A fall alarm is then sent to your home unit.
Cancelling an automatic fall alarm • If the iVi lights the green LED and plays ascending tones when you know you have not fallen, you can stop the iVi from generating an alarm by pressing the cancel button. Press cancel button NOTE: The cancel button is designed to avoid accidental presses. If you press the cancel button by mistake you can generate an alarm call by pressing the help button.
Taking Care of the iVi • • • Your iVi is water resistant (IP67) and should be worn at all times including in the shower. When wearing in the bath you should avoid submerging the iVi in water for long periods of time. If your iVi does get wet dry it gently using a soft towel being careful not to press the help button. If you do press the help button by accident don’t worry just inform the operator. They will be glad to hear from you and it will act as a useful test of the system.
Cleaning • If required, the iVi may be cleaned periodically with a damp cloth and mild detergent or alcohol wipe. Spares and Accessories The following replacement parts are available. Please contact your supplier for more details.
Battery Replacement The battery will need replacing approximately every 12 months. When the battery is low, the Fall Detector will automatically notify your monitoring service. As an additional low battery indicator, the red LED will flash after the help button has been pressed. • When a low battery is indicated the battery should be replaced within 1 month. • If it is necessary for you to change the battery, the fall detector uses a CR2450 3 Volt lithium battery.
To replace the battery 1) To access the battery, Coin remove wearing accessory from the back of the iVi by turning it anti clockwise. 2) Then remove the battery Locked cover, insert a coin into the slot and turn it anticlockwise. 3) Remove the battery and replace it with the new battery (CR2450), remember to observe the correct orientation i.e. positive (+) side facing you. 4) Replace the battery cover Unlocked and test the iVi by pressing the help button.
Warnings and Cautions It is important to test the iVi in all the areas of your home, including the bathroom, basement and garage, as environmental conditions such as furnishings, building structure, submersion in liquid etc. may affect the range. A help call will NOT be initiated if the iVi is activated whilst out of range of the home unit. In certain situations, the iVi may not detect a fall. For example, a slow slide from a seated position on a chair may not register as a fall.
Frequently asked questions Can I wear my iVi in the shower or bath? Yes, the iVi is water resistant and should be worn at all times including in the shower. When wearing in the bath you should avoid submerging the iVi in water for long period of time. When should I wear the iVi? You should wear your iVi at all times when you are in your home and immediate surroundings such as your garden.
Don’t worry they will be happy to hear from you and it will act as a good test of the system. Will my iVi call for help if I drop it accidentally? On most occasions, the iVi can tell that it has been dropped and won’t call for help. If the iVi starts to beep press the cancel button to stop it from sending a call for help. If I fall and stand up, will the iVi automatically send a call for help? It may do. The iVi is designed to allow a period of time after a fall for you to recover.
What do I do if I have fallen but do not need help? When the iVi starts to beep and the green LED is on you can press the cancel button to stop the iVi from sending a call for help. If you decide that you need help press the help button. The monitoring centre is always happy to hear from you so if you are in any doubt let the iVi call for help and speak to the operator.
Declaration of Conformity We, Tunstall declare that this social alarm equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. Test Conditions Normal wearing position of the iVi is at least 1metre from floor level (neck cord wearing option only).
Troubleshooting If the area around the button becomes damaged please contact your supplier. LED operation Event LED/Sounder action Alarm button pressed Red LED on for the duration of the radio transmission. If Red LED flashes battery is low Fall Detected Green LED on and play tones through the sounder for the duration of the cancellation period. Fall Alarm Generates Red LED on for the duration of the radio transmission. If Red LED flashes battery is low.
Regulatory Compliance (312MHz only) Federal Communications Commission (FCC) notices This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
312MHz Fall Detector (Part Number 66004/09) FCC ID: G2X-66004V 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. Warning Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Technical information Weight: Dimensions: Battery: Battery Life: Radio freq: Radio Range: Water resistance: 25g 58 x 38 x 14mm (WxHxD) CR2450 (3v Lithium cell) Up to 12 months 869.
