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1.0 PowerCom RF1
1.1 Introduction
This product consists of wireless (RF) handheld
14-key numeric keypads and a Base Station.
The system is generally used to record
answer/s to single or multiple choice
question/s as part of a classroom presentation,
decision-making session, focus group, or
videoconference. It offers methods for
collecting and immediately reporting group
response.
PowerCom RF1 is a wireless
handheld response system that
provides numeric data interaction
for meeting or learning
environments. Keypad responses
are transmitted to the Base Station,
which processes and delivers the
information to the attached
computer.
Application software operates the
Base Station and controls its associated
Keypads. While the system’s hardware may
offer powerful features, application software is
the essential ingredient in applying the
technology to generate useful results.
1.2 Applications/Advantages
Many meeting and learning venues require a
mechanism for audience interaction. Moreover,
many seek a method of automating surveys
and grading activities. PowerCom RF1 meets
the need for such an interactive tool, bringing
everyone together and instantly allowing
measurement of interest, understanding, and
involvement.
 Audience members can participate from
their seat and personally indicate their
opinions, ideas, and knowledge.
 Results of the interaction are
immediately available, and their
display offers presenters a valuable
insight into the opinion and
comprehension level of audience
members.
 System setup typically involves
handing a Keypad to every
participant and connecting the Base
Station to a computer. No Keypad
wires or cabling need be installed
prior to use. This allows fast, reliable,
safe, and attractive installation.
1.3 RF Communication
The Keypads communicate with the
Base Station using wireless Radio
Frequency (RF) technologies. The
patented proprietary design has been
rigorously tested and optimized for
reliability and collection speed.
1.4 About PowerCom
PowerCom® is an Audience Response
Software division of Dynamic Services
International, Inc. (DSI). DSI was
founded in 1988 with a mission to help
businesses of all sizes to build stronger
communications with their customers,
employees and business partners. With a
focus on building strong autonomous
communication channels, DSI is able to
help companies collect and exchange
valuable business information.
Our technology solutions focus around
generating fewer errors, fewer returned
documents, and fewer lost documents,
as well as a much faster response time.
As a premier provider of Information
Technology and Business Processes, DSI