User's Manual

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Contents
1. INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................................................1
1.1 Purpose of This Guide ...................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Computer System Requirements .................................................................................................................1
1.3 Terms and Definitions ....................................................................................................................................1
1.4 Parts List..........................................................................................................................................................2
2. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................................................................3
2.1 Infrared (IR) Tracking.....................................................................................................................................3
2.2 Radio Frequency (RF) Signals .....................................................................................................................3
2.3 System Hardware Components ...................................................................................................................4
3. PLANNING THE INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................7
3.1 General Steps for Installing a Versus System ...........................................................................................8
3.2 Collector and Concentrator Location Planning ........................................................................................10
3.3 Sensor Location Planning...........................................................................................................................10
3.4 Use of Unauthorized Components.............................................................................................................15
3.5 List of Materials.............................................................................................................................................15
3.6 List of Tools ...................................................................................................................................................15
3.7 Safety and Code Considerations ...............................................................................................................16
4. SYSTEM HARDWARE INSTALLATION..........................................................................................................18
4.1 Cable Installation..........................................................................................................................................18
4.2 Sensor Installation........................................................................................................................................18
4.3 Collector and Concentrator Installation.....................................................................................................19
4.4 Connecting Sensors to Collectors..............................................................................................................20
4.5 Communication Room Check.....................................................................................................................21
4.6 Testing RF Sensors......................................................................................................................................27
5. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE...........................................................................................................................28
5.1 Badge Battery Replacement.......................................................................................................................29
6. INSTALLATION FORMS.....................................................................................................................................33