General Site Considerations

The first step is to locate an acceptable site for the StaffAlerter or Contact Notifier units.  When locating the mounting site, the following points must be considered:

• The StaffAlerter can be Desk or 19” Rack mounted. When desk mounting, assure that the desk has ample strength to support the StaffAlerter and other hardware to be installed.
• Contact Notifier can be Desk or wall mounted.
• If wall mounting is desired the Contact Notifier MUST NOT be mounted directly to a masonry or plasterboard wall. A ½-inch plywood backboard should be firmly attached to the wall, and the Contact Notifier should be mounted to the backboard.
• The location must have access to an appropriate 100~240 VAC @ 50-60 Hz power source with a circuit breaker or fuse rated at 10 amps and must be surge protected. When desk mounting, an outlet will be required for each unit; a multi-outlet extension cord can be used.
• The system should be located in a well-ventilated area with a temperature of around 20°C (68°F) and a relative humidity of 0-80% (non-condensing). See Environment Specification for more detail.
• The equipment should be located within 8 meters (25 feet) of the input termination points. The StaffAlerter or Contact Notifier must be connected to an wireless network with access to the internet. The unit should be located within 30 feet of a Wireless Access Point and have a connection strength of >50%
• The location should have adequate accessibility, space and lighting for future servicing and should consider the need for future expansion.
• The site should be away from radio transmitting equipment, arc-welding devices, copy machines, and other electrical equipment capable of generating high levels of electrical interference. The system should be protected from flooding and heavy machinery as well as excessive dust and vibration.
• The unit should be placed in a well ventilated area and the ventilation slots on the StaffAlerter or Contact Notifier must not be covered.

Verify Equipment On-site

Once the equipment installation site has been identified and a dedicated AC outlet, lighting and ventilation are available, verify that all equipment and tools required are on-site and the equipment has not been damaged during shipment. Assure there is no shipping damage. Check that the type and quantity of units received are correct. Also, assure any optional equipment and a Power Line Surge Protector are on-site.

If any equipment appears damaged or missing, notify appropriate personnel to correct the situation.