Tynetec, a business unit of Legrand Electric Ltd
Cowley Road, Blyth Riverside Business Park, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 5TF.
Tel: +44 (0) 1670 352371 www.tynetec.co.uk
Trusted Technology
Caring for People
869MHz
Epilepsy Monitor
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• Detects excessive bed movement as typified by a
Tonic/Clonic seizure
• Detects repetitive sound patterns associated with an
epilepsy episode
• Compatible with Reach IP, Advent XT2 & Carer Response
• Bed sensor detects limb spasms
• Microphone detects repetitive bursts of sound
• Adjustable duration & sensitivity settings
• Plug-top mains adapter: 12VDC/500mA
• Rechargeable PP3 battery: NiMH 8.4V 200mAh
• Up to 15 hours battery back-up
• Operating Temperature: +10oC to +30oC, 90%RH
• Telecare Transceiver: 869.2125MHz Class 1.5
• Digital Heartbeat
• 5 year Lithium battery (typical)
• Low battery warning
• Weight: 403 grams
• Dimensions: 218mm x 108mm x 45mm (HxWxD)
• Product Code: ZXT845
IMPORTANT: Before installing the Companion epilepsy
monitor, you will need to have sufficient knowledge of the
client to make the necessary risk assessment. This
assessment will establish suitability of the equipment and
sensors required to provide a safe environment with
comprehensive support.
This instruction guide contains basic information only.
Refer to the Alert-it Companion Monitor Handbook
supplied in the carton or download from;
https://alert-it.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/UH1454-
Wired-Companion-Handbook.pdf
Positioning
The bed sensor should be installed beneath the mattress
positioned below the torso, it is suitable for most bed
types including profiling and airflow. Clip the microphone
near to the user, i.e. on the headboard or bedside lamp
shade. The epilepsy monitor should be left plugged-in to
the mains supply to maintain battery charge.
Alarm Condition
An alarm call is transmitted if the under-mattress bed
sensor detects abnormal fast and continued movements or
if the microphone senses repetitive bursts of sound.
Low Battery Condition
If the mains supply fails the internal battery will maintain
operation for up to 15 hours. When the battery is almost
fully discharged the “Movement” and “Sensor 2” lights will
flash together repeatedly. The battery will be recharged
when the mains supply is restored.
If the Telecare transceiver battery becomes low this will be
reported automatically to the Alarm Receiving Centre
(ARC) or the local Manager. The complete epilepsy monitor
must be returned to Tynetec for battery replacement.
Out of Range Notification (Reach IP)
The Reach IP can monitor all radio peripheral devices to
determine whether they have been damaged or removed
from an installation. Should the Reach IP be unable to
detect a device’s heartbeat it will automatically generate a
“radio out of range” notification. Firstly, investigate if
there’s a genuine reason for the alert, if not, arrange for
the peripheral device to be replaced immediately.
The “Radio out of range timer” can be set from 30 hours to
99999 hours in Pulse CMP. “Radio supervision” can be
disabled by unchecking the tick box associated with each
peripheral device in Pulse CMP.
Maintenance
Wipe with a damp cloth, do not use solvents or cleaners on
the epilepsy monitor.
Disposal
Waste electrical products should not be disposed
of with normal household waste. The epilepsy
monitor is ideally suited for disposal within the
waste electronic and electrical equipment (WEEE)
recycling scheme. Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your local authority or contact your supplier for
recycling/disposal advice.
Warning
The epilepsy monitor contains a rechargeable Nickel Metal
Hydride and a Lithium battery.
If tampered with the batteries may be damaged and create
a fire hazard. Do not incinerate.
Tynetec, a business unit of Legrand Electric Ltd
Cowley Road, Blyth Riverside Business Park, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 5TF.
Tel: +44 (0) 1670 352371 www.tynetec.co.uk
Trusted Technology
Caring for People
869MHz
Epilepsy Monitor
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How to install the Epilepsy Monitor
1. Position the epilepsy monitor on the bedside table or
under the bed. Make sure the RESET button is accessible.
2. Attach the bed sensor to the foam pad using the Velcro
fixings supplied. The bed sensor and foam pad should be
placed under the mattress on a firm bed base. Ensure the
sensor is on the top surface of the foam and is positioned
directly below the occupant’s torso
Note: if the bed has a
slatted base, position
the sensor and foam
pad on top of a square
of heavy cardboard.
3. Clip the microphone near to where the user rests their
head, i.e. on the headboard or bedside lamp shade.
4. Plug the bed sensor, microphone and mains adapter into
the epilepsy monitor as shown below...
Mains Adapter Microphone I B I Bed Sensor I A I
On/Off Sliding Switch
5. Slide the cover off the battery compartment on the
underside of the bedside monitor. Connect the battery
and remove the miniature screwdriver which may be
needed to adjust the sensitivity and time delays settings.
Refit the battery compartment cover.
6. Switch the epilepsy monitor on using the sliding switch
on the side of the unit (see photo above) - this ensures the
battery is functioning correctly. Plug the mains adapter
into the socket marked 12vdc, plug into the mains supply
and switch on at the wall.
7. On power-up the unit will enter a 30 second self-test
mode during which the Power light will FLASH GREEN.
8. When the Power light goes STEADY GREEN the unit is
active and monitoring its sensors.
How to test the Epilepsy Monitor
Tap the mattress and the “Movement” light should FLASH
RED with each tap. The amount of force needed to make
the light flash can be adjusted.
Make sharp sounds or fingers clicks near to where the
users head will be positioned and the “Sensor 2” light
should FLASH RED with each sound. The loudness of the
sound to make the light flash can be adjusted.
When either sensor is stimulated the corresponding light
will illuminate STEADY RED and the time delay starts.
The light will stay on after each movement or sound is
detected for the rate time set on the “Time Delay” switch
(see table below). If the sensor activity stops the light will
go out and the time delay is reset without sending an
alarm. To register an alarm the movement or sound
triggers must be faster than this rate. If the sensor
remains activated the RED ALARM light will come on and
an epilepsy alarm signal will be transmitted.
How to adjust the Sensitivity
The sensitivity setting set at half-way should be suitable
for detecting spasms in a domestic bed. For maximum
sensitivity turn the control clockwise (with the miniature
screwdriver supplied) but not so far that the red light is
permanently on or flashing. Turn anticlockwise to reduce
sensitivity whilst ensuring the red light flashes each time a
stimulus at the anticipated level is made.
How to adjust the Time Delay
This is the time for which the distress condition (sound or
movement) must occur before an alarm is transmitted.
The delay is set by altering the position of the small rotary
switch with the miniature screwdriver according to the
table below;
TIME DELAY
TIME (SECS)
RATE (SECS)
0
2.5
1.5
1
5.5
1.5
2
10
2
3
15
2
4
20
3
5
25
3
6
30
3
7
40
3
8
50
3
9
60
3
The delay should be set to minimize false alarms during
normal sound or movement. The default time delay of 15
seconds (position 3) will normally be a good compromise
between speed of detection and avoiding false alarms
during nocturnal restlessness or coughing, turning, etc.
Tynetec, a business unit of Legrand Electric Ltd
Cowley Road, Blyth Riverside Business Park, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 5TF.
Tel: +44 (0) 1670 352371 www.tynetec.co.uk
Trusted Technology
Caring for People
869MHz
Epilepsy Monitor
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Telecare Radio ID
The epilepsy monitor includes a radio transceiver to
communicate with the Reach IP, XT2 or Carer Response.
The Radio ID is a 10-digit
code printed on the
epilepsy monitor label…
Registering the Epilepsy Monitor onto a Reach IP
Login to Pulse CMP (www.tynetecpulse.com) and enter the
Reach IP Serial No. in the ALARM UNIT view. Press the
Accessories button and enter the Radio ID code, Location
and Equipment type. Press Save then Synchronize.
IMPORTANT: when the epilepsy monitor is installed a test
call must be made to check operation and start the digital
heartbeat.
Alternatively, with the Reach IP in normal operating mode
undo the fixing screw and remove the stand or connector
cover to access the ⚫ Power button.
Press the ⚫ Power button to enter Control Mode, then
press and hold the button until the unit announces
“add radio device” then release.
Press the ⚫ button to confirm then activate the epilepsy
monitor; set the Time Delay to “0” then pat the bed with
constant rhythm until the RED ALARM light comes on.
The Reach IP unit will sound a high beep if it’s a new
device and announce “range test mode”.
Press ⚫ to confirm, or press to step to the next
function, or press to exit the mode.
Press the RESET button on the epilepsy monitor and set
the Time Delay back to its previous setting.
Registering the Epilepsy Monitor onto an XT2
Press the Settings button on the Home page of the
Manager’s Panel. Press the Manager (or Engineer) button,
enter the password and press the Programming button.
Select the Program Radio Devices option from the tabs
along the bottom of the screen.
Press Flat ID and enter the flat number the epilepsy
monitor is being installed in. Enter 4-digits e.g. 0014.
Press Radio ID and enter the 10-digit code taken from the
label on the epilepsy monitor.
Press Room Locations and select where the epilepsy
monitor is located from the on-screen options e.g.
Bedroom.
Press the Send button to update the XT2 system.
Perform a test call to check operation; set the Time Delay
to “0” then pat the bed with constant rhythm until the
RED ALARM light comes on.
Press the RESET button on the epilepsy monitor and set
the Time Delay back to its previous setting.
⚫ Power Button
Tynetec, a business unit of Legrand Electric Ltd
Cowley Road, Blyth Riverside Business Park, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 5TF.
Tel: +44 (0) 1670 352371 www.tynetec.co.uk
Trusted Technology
Caring for People
869MHz
Epilepsy Monitor
_________________________________________________________________________
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Registering the Epilepsy Monitor onto a Carer Response
Refer to the Carer Response
user manual for full details
of the button functions and
how to navigate the menus.
From the Main menu select
Programming.
From the Programming menu select
Add transmitter.
The display will prompt you to Activate the transmitter…
Perform an epilepsy alarm test call; set the Time Delay to
“0” then pat the bed with constant rhythm until the RED
ALARM light comes on.
The Carer Response will beep and the display will change
to the Add transmitter menu with a box showing No ID.
Press then to select Room, then press
Press to select the room number box 0000.
Press to select the first digit, press to move between
the digits and press or to change each digit.
Press when the correct room number is displayed.
Press to select the alarm type box None.
Press then to select Epilepsy alarm then press
Press the button to select Save then press
The display will show Radio ID saved to memory…
Return to the Main menu and select Quit.
Perform a test call to check operation; set the Time Delay to
“0” then pat the bed with constant rhythm until the RED
ALARM light comes on.
Press the RESET button on the epilepsy monitor and set the
Time Delay back to its previous setting.
Declaration of Conformity
We declare this product complies with the
relevant UK legislation on condition that it is
used in the manner intended, and in accordance
with the current installation standards and/or
the manufacturer's recommendations. A copy of the full
UKCA Declaration of Conformity is available on request.
We declare this product complies with the
relevant European legislation on condition that
it is used in the manner intended, and in
accordance with the current installation standards and/or
the manufacturer's recommendations. A copy of the full CE
Declaration of Conformity is available on request.
Chris Dodd
CEO
Legrand Assisted Living & Healthcare
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