User guide

OpenMobility Locating Application
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The operator can initiate a locating alert to trigger an audible alarm on the
handset which sent the ManDown/SOS call. In addition, the operator can send
messages to other handset users to inform them about the event and e.g. to
request them to bring help to the person who sent the ManDown/SOS call.
The history function stores information on each event hold in the OM Locating
server database.
Locating features
With the OM Locating application, the time for finding a person will decrease.
Handsets (persons) can be located with their RFP position. A search/filter function
enables to search for handsets/persons and their location.
For each handset, information on the current location (the currently used RFP as
well as the visible RFPs) and the visited RFPs is available via the OM Locating
clients. Also the RFP position history can be shown (e.g. log of security walks).
Operating USB addons
The RFP 35 / 36 / 37 / 43 devices provide an USB 2 compatible USB host port for
adding USB devices. You can operate USB web cameras connected directly to an
RFP (one USB device).
The video image acquired by installed USB video equipment can be viewed on the
OM Locating application’s Web console. This feature can be used for constant
video monitoring or for on-demand video monitoring, i.e. USB video cameras only
switched on in case of an emergency.
Use Cases
The OM Locating application is designed for a extensive range of use cases.
Localization scenarios can be e.g.:
■ Lone worker
The service staff can work alone and can call help when in trouble. Help can be
sent to the determined position.
■ Search next cleaner
In a hospital a service coordination center searches for the nearest staff for
cleaning an operating theatre.
■ Security Guards
The locating application shows the position of security staff during checkup
rounds. It is possible to log security walks and to get confirmation via message
from the security guards.
The following two examples illustrate some typical situations of use: