User's Manual

Versus Information System User Guide
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a) V-Direct Infrared (IR) Sensors
Infrared Sensors receive IR signals from badges and convert them into
electrical signals. A single unshielded twisted-pair wire transmits the
signals to a Collector and provides the Sensor’s operating power.
IR Sensors have 360-degree horizontal coverage, 180-degree vertical
coverage and reliably detect IR signals from a distance of approximately
15 feet.
A Focus Ring and optional Focus Disks (sold separately) can be installed
under the IR Sensor’s clear protective cover to reduce its pickup range to
a smaller area. This method can be useful in rooms with multiple patient
beds or for pinpoint desk-to-desk coverage at a nurses’ station.
(1) IR XL Standard Sensor (VER-4432)
The VER-4432 infrared XL
Standard Sensor is
specifically designed for use
with the XL family of badges
and tags, yet it is fully
backward compatible with
existing installations. As a
Supervised Sensor, the IR
XL Standard Sensor allows
the Versus system to
monitor data delivery to DHCP-capable Collectors by generating
its own simulated supervisory badge signal (badge #103). The
system can be configured to send an alert if a portion of the
sensory network or facility intranet stops sending badge data;
this requires the use of additional software.
IR XL Sensors can be identified by their green Activity Indicator
LED that lights when an IR signal is received and goes out when
the Sensor reports data to the Collector. Since this process often
happens very rapidly, the light can appear to blink or flash. The
Activity Indicator Light can also serve as a useful troubleshooting
tool. The VER-4432 IR XL Standard Sensor can be distinguished
from the VER-4430 IR XL Sensor by the single diode mounted
under the unit’s clear protective cover.
(2) Badge Storage Cabinet (VER-4445-W)
The Badge Storage Cabinet provides a controlled environment in
which to store badges when they are not in use. Proper badge
storage practices preserve battery life, mitigate badge loss and
assist in maintaining an accurate reflection of badge location.
Badge Storage Cabinets are designed to accommodate up to 42
badges. They feature a neutral white exterior finish.