Quantec Qt412rxa User manual

Quantec’s QT412 transmitters allow users to activate calls on a Quantec system. They have a typical

infrared (IR) transmitting range of 10 metres (line of sight) and a typical radio frequency (RF)

transmitting range of approx. 60 metres, dependent on physical conditions / environmental factors.

Each transmitter has two IR emitter

windows (one on each side to maximise

performance), two buttons (A & B) and a

retained ‘pull clip’.

Depending on the model purchased,

pressing its buttons, or activating its pull

clip, will generate the following levels of

call on compatible Quantec IR call points, IR

ceiling receivers and/or RF receivers.

Model No. Button A Button B Pull Clip

QT412RXA Attack Call Attack Call Attack Call

QT412RXCA Standard Call Standard Call Attack Call

Note that different levels of call to those listed above can be generated, if required. However, to

do this the transmitter must be reconfigured by an experienced engineer using a QT423

Configurator (see page 4 for details). Note these instructions explain how to use standard factory-

supplied QT412RXA and QT412RXCA transmitters only.

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RECONFIGURING THE TRANSMITTER (OPTIONAL)

The QT423 Configurator allows the operation of a QT412 range transmitter to be tailored to suit

the requirements of a specific site. It allows authorised engineers to:

(Note: The available level of calls available include Attendance, Standard Call, Presence, Help

Required, Reset, Emergency and Attack. See COMPATIBILITY ISSUES, below.)

• Assign the level of call that will be triggered when the transmitter’s A button is pressed

• Assign the level of call that will be triggered when the transmitter’s B button is pressed.

• Assign the level of call that will be triggered when the transmitter’s pull clip is activated.

• Set the transmitter’s A & B buttons so they only trigger a call when both are pressed at the same time.

• Turn the transmitter’s ‘confidence’ beeper on or off (for button A, B and/or the transmitter’s pull clip).

• Turn the transmitter’s RF action on or off (for button A, B and/or the transmitter’s pull clip).

• Set the transmitter’s transmission time to run continuously or to automatically switch off after

a pre-determined time.

• Set the transmitter’s User ID code (from 0 to 255). See COMPATIBILITY ISSUES, below.

• Assign the transmitter an RF Group Address (0 to 15) to match the set up of any Quantec RF

receivers on the system and prevent inadvertent triggering of any local receivers.

• Change the transmitter’s mode of IR transmission to ‘pulsed’ to suit Quantec IR receivers

manufactured before 1/10/99 (see COMPATIBILITY ISSUES, below).

Refer to Document No. DNU0423000 for further details about the Quantec Configurator.

QT412RXA / QT412RXCA TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION (FACTORY DEFAULTS)

Radio frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . (RF868.3 MHz - this product is license exempt as per EN 300 220)

RF Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 metres*

Infrared . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 940 nm modulated @ 38 Khz

Infrared Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 metres line of sight*

Default transmission times on activation (autostop) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IR = 45 secs; RF = 30 secs**

Weight (including battery) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 grams

Dimensions (main body) W x H x D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 mm x 115 mm x 25 mm

Pull clip actuation force . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5 kg / 15 Newtons

Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rechargeable NiMHydride (not user serviceable)

* dependent on receiver, physical conditions and environmental factors.

** In accordance with European regulatory standards.

COMPATIBILITY ISSUES

THESE TRANSMITTERS ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH QUANTEC IR CALL POINTS, IR CEILING

RECEIVERS AND RF RECEIVERS MANUFACTURED BEFORE YEAR 2000.

THE NEW FEATURES, ‘USER ID’, ‘LOW BATTERY SIGNALS’ AND ‘ATTENDANCE’, DESCRIBED IN

THIS INSTRUCTION, WILL ONLY WORK ON COMPATIBLE QUANTEC SYSTEMS MANUFACTURED

AFTER 1 JULY 2010. IF IN DOUBT, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR VENDOR FOR ADVICE.

Errors and omissions excepted. These instructions are general and cannot be considered to cover every aspect of IR/RF transmitter

use. No responsibility can be accepted by the manufacturer or distributors of this equipment for any misinterpretation of an

instruction or guidance note or for the compliance of the system as a whole. The manufacturer of this equipment operates a policy

of continuous improvement and reserves the right to alter product specifications at its discretion and without prior notice.

QT412RXA / QT412RXCA

RECHARGEABLE DUAL-ACTION INFRARED / RADIO TRANSMITTER

IMPORTANT

• The transmitter must be charged for a period of 14 hours before it is first

used - see RECHARGING THE TRANSMITTER, page 3.

• If using the transmitter with an existing Quantec system please refer to

COMPATIBILITY ISSUES, page 4.

PULL CLIP

MECHANISM

IR EMITTER

WINDOWS

PUSH

BUTTONS

MARKABLE

TEXT BOXES

READ ALL OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS TRANSMITTER

IF YOU INTEND TO USE THIS TRANSMITTER WITH AN 800 SERIES CALL SYSTEM,

REFER TO THE SEPARATE INSTRUCTION BOOKLET, DOCUMENT NO. DNU4120002.

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OVERVIEW & OPERATION

This transmitter allows you to take advantage of Quantec’s optional staff attack facility and

operates as follows:

• Designated staff attach the transmitter to their

uniforms using the Karabiner clip (supplied).

• In the event of an attack, staff activate the

transmitter by releasing its retained pull clip

(QT412RXA and QT412RXCA models) or by

pressing and holding one of its buttons

(QT412RXA models only). This will fill the area

with IR and RF signals - see illustrations, right.

• Upon activation, the transmitter sounds a short

‘confidence’ beep and its LEDs illuminate green

for approximately half a second to confirm that

an attack call is being transmitted. Note that a

different sequence of beeps and LED indication

indicates that the transmitter needs recharging -

see TRANSMITTER BATTERY, page 3 for further

details.

• The IR and RF signals generated by the transmitter are picked up by any Quantec IR call

points, IR ceiling receivers and/or RF receivers within its range which inform Quantec that an

attack is taking place.

• An urgent, piercing alarm is sounded throughout the building (as programmed) and the

exact location of the attack is indicated at all relevant displays to facilitate the quick response

of security staff.

Note that in addition to being able to generate an attack call via its retained pull clip, the

QT412RXCA transmitter will generate a standard call when either of its two buttons are

pressed. Standard calls are transmitted to compatible IR and RF receivers in exactly the same

way as attack calls and are reported around the Quantec system as programmed.

For security reasons attack calls can only be reset by entering a special code at the Quantec

Controller or a Display with controls. Refer to the Quantec Main Manual for details.

IR / RF TRANSMISSION TIMES

Calls triggered from either of the transmitter’s buttons will transmit for a maximum of 45

seconds (IR) and 30 seconds (RF) whilst pressed and for 2-3 seconds after release.

Calls triggered via the transmitter’s pull clip will transmit for a maximum of 45 seconds (IR)

and 30 seconds (RF) and for 2-3 seconds after it has been returned to its retained position.

The transmitter will sound a short confidence beep once every 3 seconds throughout its

IR/RF transmission period and its LEDs will flash green. When the transmission period is

complete, the transmitter will sound three quick beeps and its LEDs will flash red three

times in quick succession to confirm it has returned to its normal state.

Please note you will be unable to make a new attack call until the transmitter’s pull clip has

been returned to its retained position (the transmitter’s button operation will be unaffected).

RESETTING THE TRANSMITTER’S PULL CLIP

To return the transmitter’s pull clip to its retained position, gently

push its two outer prongs inwards until the mechanism snaps back

into place, as shown in the diagram, right.

TRANSMITTER BATTERY

The transmitter’s battery is rechargeable (NiMH). If left for extended periods, or after periods

of heavy usage without recharge, the battery may run flat. If this happens charge the unit

immediately for the full recharge period (see below). Please note that the battery is not a

user serviceable part and must be returned to your Distributor for repair or replacement.

Under normal conditions the unit will be fit for in excess of 500 charge/discharge cycles, before

requiring battery replacement.

Feedback on the condition of the transmitter’s battery is provided every time it is activated.

• When fully charged, a short ‘confidence’ beeper sounds and the transmitter’s LEDs

illuminate green for approximately half a second.

• When running low, two beeps sound in quick succession and the transmitter’s LEDs flash

green twice. Although the transmitter will still work in this state, it must be recharged.

• When critically low, three fast beeps sound and the transmitter’s LEDs flash red. The

transmitter will be unable to transmit IR and RF calls and should be recharged immediately.

• Also, the Quantec system logs low battery signals at the Quantec Controller. This log will

need to be accessed to find out which units need their batteries charging (see COMPATIBILITY

ISSUES, page 4.)

RECHARGING THE TRANSMITTER

The transmitter must be charged using a QT424/1 single-way charger or a QT424/10 ten-way

charging unit for a period of 14 hours before it is first used. It should then be regularly

recharged (typically once a month, or more if usage demands it). Do not use any other type

of charging unit as this could damage the transmitter and void its warranty.

To charge the transmitter using the QT424/1 charger, simply

connect the charger to a standard 13 A mains socket and to

the 1.3 mm socket located next to the transmitter’s pull clip as

shown (right). To charge using the QT424/10 charger, please

refer to the separate instructions supplied with the charger.

Whilst charging, the transmitter’s two LEDs illuminate red and

when fully charged, the transmitter’s LEDs will flash red. Always

test the transmitter before using it is re-issued to its user.

TESTING THE TRANSMITTER

A Quantec IR test receiver, the QT302RT, is available to verify the correct IR operation of all

QT412 range transmitters. It is recommended that at least one is used per system. Please be

aware when testing the transmitter’s IR operation that any RF receivers within its range may

trigger at the same time.

WARNING: This transmitter should be regarded as a piece of life safety equipment. If

not sufficiently charged and regularly tested, the safety of those on site could be

compromised. Ensure systems are in place to guarantee the correct functionality of the

transmitter at all times.

PULL THE

TRANSMITTER

DOWN SHARPLY

UNTIL ITS PULL

CLIP RELEASES

AND LET GO!

PRESS AND HOLD

BUTTONS A OR B

UNTIL YOU ARE

CONFIDENT A

CALL HAS BEEN

REGISTERED

TAKE CARE NOT TO OBSTRUCT THE TRANSMITTER’S TWO

INFRARED EMITTER WINDOWS WHEN MAKING A CALL

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