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Item Details
Biovations 440H Infra-Red Bed Alert System
ILC Reference NO 61:59:006
Item sourced from ILC VIC database
Factors to Consider
This system is an aid only and does not replace adequate supervision.
Ensure that any cords and leads are secured as trailing leads can create a tripping hazard.
Wireless system may help a carer to be do other tasks around the house and still be able to monitor the user's movements.
The system can be hard wired into nurse call systems in settings such as in aged care and supported living facilities.
Short Description
A programmable infra-red bed alert system designed to alert a carer when the user gets out of bed in the home. It includes a control box, a power pack and a passive infra-red detector. The infrared detector sends a signal to the control box when two consecutive movements are detected. Alarms can be in the form of an audible buzzer, a strobe light or a combination of both. Other options are available.
Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.
More Details
Control box
Houses the receiver, call input and alert circuit board.
Programmable.
Lightweight aluminium.
Powder coated.
Buzzer or strobe light.
Located on the control box.
Activated when radio signals are received from infrared detectors through the control box.
Choice of one or both.
Power pack
Connects the control box to the mains power outlet.
Needs to be connected to the mains power supply at all times.
3 to 4 hours of battery backup in case of power failure
Passive infra-red (PIR) detectors
Transmit radio signals to control box after two consecutive movements are detected.
Programmable.
Can be mounted in a variety of places including on the wall, on a table beside the bed or even under the bed.
Models
Only one model available.
Method Of Use
The control box needs to be plugged into the mains power at all times.
The infra-red transmitter can be positioned under the bed, on the side of the bed frame or on the wall.
The infra-red is looking for two impulses before setting off the alarm; the first impulse (approx. 4 seconds) and second impulse (approx. 2 seconds) before turning on the alarm.
The infra-red detector sends radio signals to the control box which emits an audible buzzer or strobe light.
The carer needs to turn off the switch button located in the control box to stop the alarm.
Turn on the switch on control box to activate the sensors again.
Options
Can be hardwired into the home electrical system.
Can be supplied with multiple channel receivers.
Can be wired to other Biovations products such as the Biovations 770H door alert system (see associated products 61.59.029) and Biovations 880H wireless cushion (61.59.030).
Installation
Do it yourself installation.
The passive infra-red (PIR) detector can be mounted below the bed base, under or on the side of the bed frame or on the wall.
The control box needs to be plugged into a mains 240 volt power point at all times. The control box is portable and can be relocated to where the carer is at the time.
Up to two detectors can be installed on both sides of the bed to detect movements on either side.
3 to 4 hours battery backup in case of power failure.
Dimensions
Biovations 440H
Range (mtr)....................................... From 12 mtr to 20 mtr without walls
Warranty
12 month warranty.
Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.
Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information on what standards the equipment may need to meet, see www.ilcaustralia.org/explanationofstandards.
Place Of Manufacture
Victoria (Australia).
Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
BIOVATIONS PTY LTD,
SANDOWN VILLAGE, VIC
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