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8625 Hampton Way;
Fairfax Station, Virginia 22039
Tel: 1-703-934-7934
Toll Free: 1-800-519-2419
Fax: 1-703-934-7935
www.LogicMark.com
©2010 LogicMark, LLC
FreedomAlert is covered by the following patents:
US # 5,521,582 & Canadian # 2,080,921
Other patents pending
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INSTALLATION & OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Model #35911
With DECT Technology
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PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY AND SAVE IT FOR REFERENCE.
Thank you for choosing FreedomAlert
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– the most unique Personal Emergency
Response System in the world, and covered by both US and Canadian patents.
FreedomAlert is your personal link to Family, Friends, or Emergency Personnel
when needed. FreedomAlert allows you to program up to 4 numbers to be reached
at the push of a button.
With FreedomAlert - there are:
No Activation Costs
No Contracts
No Monthly Fees
Up to 4 user programmable contacts to call anytime. Y ou can personalize the system
with a fl ick of a slide switch on the Base unit to:
Call up to 4 custom contacts
Call up to 4 custom contacts & then the 911 emergency operator
Or just the 911 emergency operator.
Because you are speaking through the pendant, FreedomAlert allows you to person-
ally communicate your emergency from anywhere in your home or yard. Emergencies can happen anyplace. And just one button activation.
Traveling? Whether you are moving across town or going to visit the grand kids
across the country - just unplug your FreedomAlert from the phone jack, unplug
the power adaptor and throw it in your suitcase. When you get to your destination,
simply plug it into the local phone jack and power outlet. No additional programming needed. And if you call 911, they will automatically have the local ‘caller
ID’ of that location.
Voice prompts provide easy set-up and testing.
Base unit comes with 4 rechargeable batteries to provide up to 24 hours of standby
power in the event of a power outage.
Need others to share the system in your home. No problem, you can add a total of
up to 4 Pendants and Emergency W all Communicators to one Base unit as you wish.
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Product Specifi cations:
RF T echnology: 1.9 Ghz DECT System (1.8 Ghz in Europe)
Operating Range Covers your typical American house
and into the front, back, and side yards.
Power Adapter Ratings Input: 110 VAC
Output: 7.5 volts DC - 500 mA
Base Unit Power Consumption 120 mA in standby mode
200 mA when dialing
Back-up Battery Supply AA NiMH 2400 mAh batteries
(4 pieces). Should be replaced every 2 years.
(Note that lower or larger capacity batteries
can be used - they will just give less or more
back-up supply time).
Back-up Operation Duration 24 hours with freshly charged batteries
Dialing Style Touch-Tone only
Telephone Number Length 32 digits maximum
Telephone Numbers Can learn up to 4 numbers plus the 911
emergency number already programmed.
Pendant Battery Life on Full Charge More than 4 months in standby
More than 1 hour of talk time.
Pendant Batteries 3.6 (or 3.7) volt 300 mAh Li-Ion (2 pieces)
Battery size 10440.
Should be replaced every 2 years
Purchase replacements from LogicMark
Or, available on line at www.PrimaryVolt.com
Pedant water-resistance W ater Spray Standard IPX5 (shower only).
Number of Pendants/Base Unit Up to a total of
4 Pendants or Emergency W all
Communicators can be programmed to one
Base unit.
Operating Temperature 32˚ to 120˚ F. (0˚ to 49˚ C).
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Overview of the FreedomAlert ................................................................2
Contents of FreedomAlert kit ..................................................................4
Limitation of Liability ..............................................................................5
Installing the Batteries ..............................................................................6
Connecting the Base Unit
Power & Telephone Connections ....................................................8
Key to LEDs on the Product ...........................................................8
How to Handle VoIP & DSL ...........................................................9
Location of Base Unit ...................................................................10
Base Unit Options & Features
Friends List and Emergency Operator ..........................................10
Programming the Unit
Programming Telephone Numbers .............................................. 11
Telephone Number Programming Worksheet ...............................12
Programming Special Features .....................................................14
Adding Additional Pendants to the System ..................................16
Operating the FreedomAlert
Operating the Pendant ...................................................................17
Answering an Incoming Call with the Pendant ............................18
Holding the Pendant ......................................................................18
Hanging Up ...................................................................................18
Lanyard, Belt Clip or Wrist-Strap .................................................19
Battery Check ................................................................................19
System Check ................................................................................20
Emergency Dialing Using the Panic Button .................................22
Operating Range ...........................................................................22
Water Resistance ...........................................................................22
Periodic Testing / Maintenance
Replacing Batteries .......................................................................23
Out of Service Storage or Transportation .....................................23
Troubleshooting Guide ...........................................................................24
Disclaimer / General Warnings & Precautions / Safety ......................28
Warranty ..................................................................................................30
Replacement Parts / Additional Accessories Available ........................33
Product Specifi cations ............................................................................34
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Pendant
Rechargeable Li-Ion Special
Pendant Batteries - 2 Pieces
Screwdriver
Base Unit
AC Adapter
Phone Cord
Wrist / Walker / Wheelchair
strap
Belt Clip
Lanyard
Rechargeable AA Batteries - 4 Pieces
Contents of the FreedomAlert Kit:
The items below are included with your FreedomAlert .
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Replacement Parts / Optional Accessories:
Lock Box
Part #30913 $34.95
Rechargeable Li-Ion Special
Pendant Batteries 2 Pieces
Part #35917 $15.00
Rechargeable AA Batteries
4 Pieces
Part #35918 $15.00
Extra Pendants
Part #35915 $119.95
All prices are in US dollars and include shipping and handling to the 50 United
States. Add an additional $7.00 for Canadian shipments. Orders can be sent in
with a check or credit card information. Include your full mailing address and
telephone number. Orders can also be placed via telephone at 1-800-519-2419.
Always include your pendant and base serial # (on the bottom of the case)
when ordering. Or have it ready when you call in.
Emergency Wall Communicator
Part #37920 $119.95
This wall button can permanently
mount to the bedroom or bathroom
wall - and provide the same 2-way voice
communication just like the Pendant in
an emergency..
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Limitation of Liability
This page is a summary of the Disclaimer and Limited Warranty disclosed
in full at the end of this instruction manual. Read them.
The purchaser agrees by using this pr oduct to the terms and conditions
below and in the Disclaimer and Limited W arranty . The purchaser also
agrees to read and follow all instructions and warnings on the product
and contained within these Installation and Operation Instructions.
It will be the sole responsibility of the purchaser and any user to assure that
the FreedomAlert product is installed and programmed properly, and that
the unit is used and maintained correctly. This includes, but is not limited
to, periodic use to assure that the FreedomAlert, including batteries, are in
proper working order, that the unit is located in an appropriate location in
the home, that the electrical outlet is supplying power, and that the user has
been educated as to the operation and functionality of the product as a whole.
The FreedomAlert equipment is not designed or guaranteed to prevent any
loss or injury. This Limited Warranty and Disclaimer of Liability set forth in
full at the end of this instruction manual constitutes the terms of sale and use
of the FreedomAlert (and accessories) equipment, and if, notwithstanding
these terms of sale and use of the product, there should arise any liability on
the part of LogicMark LLC as a result of any cause whatsoever, regardless
of whether or not such loss, damage, or personal injury was caused by or
contributed to by LogicMark’s negligence to any degree or failure to perform
any obligation or strict products liability, such liability will be limited to an
amount paid by the Purchaser for the product or $300, whichever is greater.
Further, LogicMark has no obligation to assure that calls are made, received
or responded to, nor is LogicMark responsible for acts, or consequences of
the acts, of those responding.
LogicMark provides no monitoring service for this product. It is up to
the persons at the numbers called to respond in an appropriate manner.
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Installing the Batteries
Pendant - small white batteries. The Pendant requires one of the white/
Li-Ion (Lithium Ion) batteries at any given time. The pendant should be able
to run up to 4 months on a fully charged battery . The second battery is to be
charging in the Base unit when not being used in the Pendant. There is no
problem of over charging while in the base charger.
To install the battery - unscrew the battery cap of the Pendant. Install the
battery with the negative side up facing the cap. Screw the cap back down
snuggly on the Pendant.
When the battery is fi rst installed into the Pendant - you will hear an audible
announcement of the battery status: “Battery is ok”; “Battery is low” or
“Replace battery now”. If the battery is fully discharged when you get your
unit - you may not hear anything - at which point you will need to charge
one of the batteries up overnight in the base charger before you will be able
to use the system.
Y ou can check the battery status at any time by simply pushing the gray battery test button on the back of the Pendant for a second.
Place the extra Pendant battery into the front charging area of the Base
unit so that it will charge and be ready when its time to swap the batteries
around. The LED on the right side will glow red when charging and green
when fully charged.
NOTE: These white batteries are very special batteries that are not available
at your local store. See Specifi cation on page 34 for more details, or contact
LogicMark to purchase replacement batteries. You can also purchase them
on-line at www.PrimaryVolt.com
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LogicMark, LLC. will not be responsible for the improper use of FreedomAlert, nor will it be responsible for failure resulting from the use of other
equipment connected to the same phone line. W e will not be responsible for
the quality of the phone line or the reliability or quality of the phone service
with which FreedomAlert is used. LogicMark, LLC. will not be responsible
for the installation of the FreedomAlert. It will not be responsible for the
improper use or abuse of the base unit or pendant.
This warranty shall constitute the sole liability of LogicMark, LLC concerning the product. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, WITHOUT
LIMIT A TION, THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION
TO THE TERM OF THIS EXPRESSED ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY. NO PERSON, FIRM, OR CORPORATION IS AUTHORIZED
TO ASSUME FOR LogicMark, LLC. ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE AND USE OF THE PRODUCT. LogicMark,
LLC AND AGENTS AND DISTRIBUTORS WILL BEAR NO LIABILITY
WHA TSOEVER FOR INCIDENT AL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
OR CHARGES OF ANY KIND
This warranty is void if the product has been damaged or tampered with or
if the product or any such parts have been opened. In all cases of damage
during shipment, a claim must be fi led with the shipping carrier and not with
LogicMark, LLC.
State Law: This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights; you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states to not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or a limitation on the duration of implied warranties, so the above disclaimers may not
apply to you.
OUT OF WARRANTY REPAIRS
If the warranty period has expired or if you are not the original owner of the
product, LogicMark, LLC will at its option either (1) replace this product
with a functionally similar (but not necessarily identical) refurbished product or (2) repair the original product and return it to the original consumer/
purchaser after payment of repair/replacement charges has been received.
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PURCHASER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY : Purchaser’s exclusive remedy
for LogicMark LLC’s default hereunder is to require LogicMark LLC to
repair or replace, at LogicMark LLC’s option, any equipment or part of the
personal emergency alert system which is non-operational during LogicMark
LLC’s warranty period.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: The FreedomAlert equipment is not
designed or guaranteed to prevent any loss or injury. This Limited Warranty and Disclaimer of Liability constitutes the terms of sale and use of the
FreedomAlert (and accessory) equipment, and if, notwithstanding these terms
of sale and use of the product, there should arise any liability on the part of
LogicMark LLC as a result of any cause whatsoever, regardless of whether
or not such loss, damage, or personal injury was caused by or contributed
to by LogicMark LLC’s negligence to any degree or failure to perform any
obligation or strict products liability, such liability will be limited to an
amount paid by the Purchaser to LogicMark LLC for the product, or to the
sum of $300.00, whichever is greater.
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Warranty: LogicMark, LLC warrants to the original consumer/purchaser
that this product shall be free of defects in material and workmanship under
normal use and circumstances for a period of one (1) year from the date of
original purchase for use.
How to Get Warranty Service: When the original consumer/purchaser
returns the product pre-paid to LogicMark, LLC; 8625 Hampton W ay; Fairfax
Station, V ir ginia 22039, USA within the warranty period, and if the product
is defective, LogicMark, LLC will at its option repair or replace such.
Warranty Limitations and Exclusions: LogicMark LLC does not represent
nor warrant that the FreedomAlert system will prevent any loss, damage or
injury to person or property, or that the personal emergency alert system
will in all cases provide the protection for which it is installed or intended.
Purchaser acknowledges that LogicMark LLC is not an insurer, and that
Purchaser assumes all risk for loss or injury to Purchaser’s property or person. LogicMark LLC has made no representation or warranties, except those
expressed herein and hereby disclaims any express warranty of merchantability or fi tness for any particular use.
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Base - Larger AA Rechargeable Batteries: The Base unit requires 4
rechargeable NiMH batteries. Unlike the Pendant battery - these are readily
available in many retail stores. Any value of 2400 or higher mAh capacity is
fi ne. These are to provide you with 24 hours of battery back-up protection
in the event of a power failure. They will not be damaged by continually
charging in the base unit.
When you fi rst get your unit - these batteries will probably be low, or even
fully discharged - and will need to be charged for 24 hours before being able
to provide you the 24 hour battery back-up protection.
Unscrew the cover on the bottom
of the Base unit with the supplied
screwdriver. Install the 4 batteries
as shown in the plastic engraving
in the battery compartment area.
A few seconds after you install
these, you might hear “Running
on battery power”. This will continue once every minute for up to
15 minutes - then once every 30
minutes until power is applied through the power adaptor. (If you do not
hear anything - this simply means your batteries will need to be fully charged
overnight. Or it may mean that you have already plugged in the power
adaptor - which is why it would not announce “Running on battery power”.
NOTE: the voice prompts of “battery is OK” etc only apply to the pendant
battery - not to the status of the base unit’s batteries. It is recommended that
you replace the base unit batteries with a new set of similar batteries every
two years.
Master ON/OFF switch:
FreedomAlert has a Master ON/OFF switch on the bottom of the base unit –
just left of the rechargeable batteries for the base unit. This switch controls
all power – back up batteries and power from the AC adapter. This switch
should be ON at all times while the unit is in use. This switch should only
be turned OFF if the FreedomAlert unit is taken out of service – during
transportation or no longer needed.
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Connecting the Base Unit
Power Connection. Simply plug in the AC Adapter in to the nearest elec-
trical outlet. Plug the other end of the AC power adapter into the Base unit.
You need to push the plug into the opening in the Base unit and twist 90’
clockwise to lock in place. T o remove in the future, simply rotate 90’ counter-clockwise and pull outward.
Caution: Do not plug the AC Adapter into an outlet which is controlled
by a switch. The switch could accidentally be turned off, thus rendering
the Base unit inoperable after approximately 24 hours when the back
up batteries become discharged.
T elephone Connection
. No special phone line or special service is required
to use your FreedomAlert. It works the same way as any cordless phone.
(Touch Tone service is required). Simply plug one end of the telephone
cord into your telephone jack in the wall, and the other end into either one of
the telephone jacks at the back of the Base unit. Note - you will feel a ‘click’
when the jacks are fi rmly seated in the wall and the Base unit jack receptacles.
If you need to plug a conventional telephone into same outlet used by the
FreedomAlert, simply plug the telephone into the spare jack at the back of
the Base unit.
Key to LEDs on Product:
Here is the key for the LEDs on the Base unit and the Pendant:
BASE RED LED functions:
Off: No AC power/No Back-up Battery Power
Solid: AC power
Flashing: Running on Battery Back-up
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LogicMark Disclaimers and Limited Warranty
COMMUNICATION AND RESPONSE LIMITATIONS: Purchaser
acknowledges that signals which are transmitted over telephone lines, or
other modes of communication pass through communication networks
wholly beyond the control of LogicMark LLC and are not maintained by
LogicMark LLC, and, therefore, LogicMark LLC shall not be responsible
for any equipment or communication failure which prevents transmission
signals from reaching your contact list including emergency 911 operators
or damages arising therefrom. Purchaser acknowledges that LogicMark
LLC provides no response to its FreedomAlert equipment. The equipment is designed to communicate with the contact list of your choice as well
as emergency 911 operators and LogicMark LLC is not and shall not be
responsible for ambulance, police or other emergency response time or that
any response will be provided by the anyone on your contact list including
the emergency 911 response center.
ELECTRIC AND TELEPHONE SERVICE IS NECESSARY AND
PURCHASER’S RESPONSIBILITY: Purchaser acknowledges that the
FreedomAlert equipment (including optional Battery Back-up accessory)
plugs into a standard land line telephone jack and communicates over standard telephone lines using two way voice communication. You must use a
special adaptor (not supplied) for the equipment to work with VOIP Internet
transmission. VOIP Internet will not work when your electricity service is
interrupted unless you have battery back up for your computer. Purchaser
acknowledges that the FreedomAlert equipment requires 110 Volt AC power
and electrical outlets and receptacles, telephone hook-ups, RJ11 Block or
equivalent, all of which is Purchaser’s responsibility to obtain and maintain.
TESTING AND SERVICE OF FreedomAlert EQUIPMENT: The
FreedomAlert equipment, once installed, are in the exclusive possession
and control of the Purchaser, and it is Purchaser’s sole responsibility to test
the operation of equipment and request warranty service if the equipment is
under warranty.
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General Warnings And Precautions!
Warning!
- LogicMark, LLC DOES NOT represent this unit to be waterproof. To
reduce the risk of damage to the unit, DO NOT expose the pendant or
base unit to prolonged water, rain or moisture.
- FreedomAlert is intended for residential use only. It may not work
properly if connected to some commercial phone systems.
- FreedomAlert works with tone dialing systems only. Do not use if you
have pulse dialing only.
- This product and/or accessories may contain lead, a chemical known
to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
Note: FreedomAlert does not interfere with pacemakers.
Important Safety Instructions:
When using your FreedomAlert , please observe the following instructions in order to reduce the risk of personal injury, electrical shock, or
fi re .
1. Save these instructions for future reference.
2. Read all instructions carefully and make sure you understand them.
3. Unplug this product from the electrical outlet before attempting to
clean it. Do not use any liquids for cleaning either the Base unit or
the Pendent. Use only a soft damp cloth.
4. Do not locate the Base unit near any source of water, such as in the
bathroom, near a sink in the kitchen, or the like.
5. Do not open the unit, (except the battery compartments as directed
in these instructions) on the Pendant for any reason. Any attempt to
open the case of the Base unit or the Pendant will void the warranty
and may damage the unit or prevent it from working properly.
6. Do not use any power source other than that supplied from LogicMark,
LLC specifi cally for this product. Use of any other power source
could damage your unit or make it unsafe.
7. Always dispose of batteries properly. Never thrown batteries into a
fi re. Consult your local ordinances for proper battery safety.
8. If your unit becomes damaged do not attempt to repair it. Please
return it to LogicMark, LLC for service or replacement as stipulated
on the next page under “ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY”.
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BASE GREEN LED functions:
Off: Standby
Solid: Dialing/Talking or Learn Mode
Flashing: Pendant Learning or Low Pendant battery
PENDANT LED (single RED LED) Functions:
Off: Standby
Solid: Dialing or Talking
Flashing: Pendant Learning
How to Handle VoIP & DSL
If Your Phone System is VoIP: Voice-over-Internet Protocol (VoIP) is a
telephone service that sends your call over the Internet instead of through the
regular telephone system. FreedomAlert will work well on most VoIP systems.
It is important (if you haven’t already done so) that you register your physical address with your VoIP provider and check to insure that 911 service is
available to you.
If you are unsure if your phone system uses VoIP , or to fi nd if your V oIP system
is capable of calling 911, please contact your telephone service provider.
To install FreedomAlert, simply plug the product into the telephone jack (or
adaptor jack) that you would normally plug a regular telephone into.. Note, if
you have both a working traditional phone line AND a V oIP phone system we
recommend connecting the FreedomAlert system to the traditional phone line.
For more information on using the FreedomAlert product with your VoIP
system, visit our website at www.LogicMark.com and view the FAQ under
the OUR PRODUCTS tab.
How to Handle DSL: If your home has DSL
service for your computer, you will need to use
a DSL fi lter in line with the FreedomAlert OR IT
WILL NOT WORK. This fi lter can be obtained
from a local electronics supplier or your DSL
service provider. See illustration to the right.
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Locating the Base Unit: For best results and longest range, locate the Base
unit in an area away from household appliances which could present electrical interference. These include microwave ovens, refrigerators, televisions,
electric mixers or blenders, hair dryers, wifi routers or other cordless phones.
Do not place on a metal surface.
If more than one FreedomAlert is to be used in one home, it is recommended
that the Base units be located at least 10’ apart.
Base Unit Options and Features:
The FreedomAlert can work right out of the box with no programming. To
avoid programming any telephone numbers, simply slide the slide switch
at the back of the Base unit to the “911 Only” mode. Then, when you push
the blue button on the Pendant - you will be immediately connected to 911
emergency services. Note: If no Friend’s list phone numbers ar e entered
or a mistake was made while programming the Freedom Alert, it will
automatically default to 911 for each of the 3 slide switch settings.
If you choose not to program any Friends numbers, simply skip these next
steps on Programming Telephone Numbers and jump to page 14.
Friend’s List and Emergency Operator.
In addition to being able to call 911, you can also program up to 4 telephone
numbers of your choosing. You need not program all 4 - just one if you
like. Typically, you might have it programmed for 2 numbers - to call your
neighbor and if they are not available, to call a family member. Even if you
do program a number or more into the Base unit - you can still at any time
choose to call “911 Only” by just sliding the switch at the back of the Base
unit. Your numbers remain in memory and will be ready for use when you
slide the slide switch back to one of the “Friends” position. Note: Disconnecting power or changing batteries does not erase the numbers.
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for the equipment is provided (i.e. RJ11C) in the packaging with each piece
of approved terminal equipment.
c) A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring
and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules
and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and
modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected
to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instructions for details.
d) The Ringer Equivalent Number (REN) is used to determine the number
of devices that may be connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a
telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed
fi ve (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a
line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company.
Since our product has no ringer - the REN equals 0.0.
e) If this equipment (model 35911) causes harm to a telephone network, the
telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice isn’t practical, the
telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you
will be advised of your right to fi le a complaint with the FCC if you believe
it is necessary.
f) The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment,
operations or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment.
If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order
for you to make necessary modifi cations to maintain uninterrupted service.
g) Should you experience trouble with this equipment, please contact LogicMark at 703-934-7934 for repair or warranty information. If the equipment is
causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request
that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
h) Please follow instructions for repairing if any (e.g. battery replacement
section); otherwise do not alternate or repair any parts of device except specifi ed.
i) Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the
state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation
commission for information.
j) NOTICE: If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected
to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this model 35911 does not
disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable
alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualifi ed installer.
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Information The FCC Wants You T o Know:
FCC ID: TYD3X911
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this product.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canada IC: 8471A-3X911 This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
This equipment also complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the
requirements adopted by the ACTA:
US:TYDW400B3X911
REN: 0.0B
a) On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other
information, a product identifi er - in this case, US:TYDW400B3X911. If
requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company.
b) An applicable certifi cation jacks Universal Service Order Codes (USOC)
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How does the Base unit know when to go to the next number? The base
unit will fi rst dial the fi rst number in the “Friends” list. About 10 seconds
into the conversation, the Base unit will interrupt the call and announce
“This is an emergency call. If you want to continue this call - Press 5 now.
Otherwise, we will hang up and call the next contact or emergency operator”. At this point - the person that is being called must press the “5” key
on their telephone if they want to continue the call. If they don’t press “5”,
then the Base unit will assume they do not want to talk, or that it may be an
answering machine or a child - at which point it hangs up and goes on to the
next number. It is important to instruct the people you have programmed
into your “Friends” list to press “5” when they get this call, and when they
hear this message. NOTE: the “Press 5” message is NOT played anytime
the FreedomAlert unit is calling 911.
Programming the Base Unit
Programming Telephone Numbers:
If you choose to only contact 911 - and not a custom telephone number - skip
these next steps (and go to page 14) - and make sure your slide switch on the
back of the Base unit is set to “911 only”.
NOTES:
• As you program the system using your telephone, you will hear the base
unit speak each number as it is pushed.
• Dial slowly and listen for each number to be announced. If you did not
hear the announcement - the number was not recorded.
• The FreedomAlert can learn telephone numbers up to 32 digits long, and
you do not have to program all 4 numbers
• Need to add a pause in your number sequence......simply insert a “À”
where ever you need a 1 second pause. Insert “ÀÀ” if you need a 2
second pause.
• Remember to program a 1 before any long distance numbers.
• Remember to program any AREA CODE numbers if needed.
• Remember to program any PREFIX NUMBERS (like 9 to get an outside
line) if needed.
• If a new number is programmed into the system, all old numbers will
be erased.
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Step 1: Write out the numbers - use the worksheet on page 13. Below we
will refer to Number 1 as the fi rst number, Number 2 as the second number
etc. Include area-codes and a 1 or 9 if they are needed for dialing.
Step 2: Establish a phone connection with a friend or family member - or
with your cell phone. This is done as follows. From your home phone (on
the same line as the FreedomAlert is hooked-up to) call your cell phone (or
a friend or neighbor if you don’t have a cellphone). Answer the phone (or
wait until your neighbor answers the phone and tell them just to wait a minute
while you program your system).
Note: If you don’t do this step, then as you begin to program the unit with
your telephone - the phone company will think you are trying to dial an outline
number and will try to complete the call. By having the phone line already
in use with your cell phone or friend or family member - you are now ready
to program the FreedomAlert.
Step 3: With the phone connection established in Step 2, slide the slide switch
at the back of the Base unit to “Learn Mode”. You will hear an audible
announcement of this position.
Step 4:
Telephone Number Programming Worksheet:
Note: You will be using your telephone keypad on an open telephone line to
program the emergency call telephone numbers. The base will speak each
number that is pushed on the telephones keypad.
Dial Slowly – listen for each number to be announced, if you did not hear
the voice announcement – the number was not recorded.
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Step 4 – Make sure the Pendant and the Base unit are communicating
with each other.
Background information: The Pendant and the Base unit are connected by
a wireless radio link. They must be synchronized to work together. They
should have already been synchronized at the factory, but resetting this is
simple.
What to do:
Follow the steps on page 16: Adding Additional Pendants to the
System
Now perform the System Check test again (page 20) to make sure all is well.
If your FreedomAlert is still not working, call our TECH SUPPORT
department at 703-934-7934.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
What if I can’t get the FreedomAlert to work?
Step 1 – Push the gray RESET button with a pen at the back of the base
unit (next to the power cord). Check the system. If it is now working skip
the remaining steps.
Step 2 – Check the PENDANT.
What to do:
Press the Gray Battery Test / System Check button on the
back of the Pendant.
What to expect:
A voice should announce the condition of the battery.
A light on the front of the Pendant will come on.
If nothing happens, the most likely cause is that the battery is dead or has
been installed backwards.
If the Pendant says “Battery ok”, go on to step 3.
Step 3 – Check the connections on the BASE UNIT
What to do:
Make sure the AC Adapter is plugged into a live AC outlet
and into the Base unit.
Make sure the Master ON / OFF switch is ON
What to expect:
The Red POWER light will be on if the Base unit is connected
to power.
If the POWER light is on and the Base unit is connected to a working phone
line, go on to step 3.
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1. Call a friend or family member on your telephone.
2. Slide switch to LEARN MODE [voice prompt – Learn Mode]
3. Enter: “1234#” [voice prompt – one, two, three, four, “#” - Enter 1st
phone number followed by # ]
4. (Enter the 1st phone number then “#”) :
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
#
[voice prompt – numbers as you enter them then “Enter 2nd phone number
followed by #]
Press # again to skip remaining numbers, or
5. (Enter the 2nd phone number then “#”)
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
#
[voice prompt – numbers as you enter them then “Enter 3rd phone number
followed by #]
Press # again to skip remaining numbers, or
6. (Enter the 3rd phone number then “#”) :
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
#
[voice prompt – numbers as you enter them then “Enter 4th phone number
followed by #]
Press # again to skip remaining 4th number, or
7. (Enter the 4th phone number then “#”) :
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
#
[voice prompt – numbers as you enter them]
8. [voice prompt – “End of programming”]
9. Slide switch back to Friends & 911, Friends Only or 911 Only
10. Programming complete!
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Programming Special Features
There are a few features you can program into the System. A typical user
will not need these features - and may skip to the next page. If you choose
to change any of these features - use the same programming set-up as before
- i.e. fi rst establish a phone connection with another phone such as. your cell
phone. Then slide the switch at the back of the Base to “Learn Mode” - then
use these directions for any option you choose to change:
Option #1 – Dial 9 Before Number (important if your phone system requires
a 9 before getting an outside line - particularly when it calls 911)
1. Enter 1234
**
[Voice prompt – Option Mode]
2. Enter – 1 [V oice prompt – Dial 9 before number , 1 for YES – 3 for NO
3. Enter either 1 or 3
[Voice prompt 1 – YES]
or, [Voice prompt 3 – NO] – FACTORY SETTING
4. Enter # (to exit programming mode) Voice prompt – Programming
complete]
5. Slide Programming Switch to “Friend, 911 – Friends Only – 911 Only”
Option #4 – DEMO/Tradeshow Mode – THIS MODE IS FOR DEMO
MODE ONLY FOR SALESPERSONS. This feature is used to DEMO the
unit without having access to a telephone line. We use this feature with a
Viking DLE-200 test box. NEVER LEAVE THE UNIT IN THIS MODE
FOR NORMAL OPERATION.
1. Enter (Password) – XXXX then “
**
” (Default is 1234)
[Voice prompt – Option Mode]
2. Enter – 4 [Voice prompt – DEMO Tradeshow Mode],
1 for YES
3 for NO– FACTORY SETTING
3. Enter either 1 or 3
[Voice prompt 1 – YES]
[Voice prompt 3 – NO]
4. Enter “#” (to exit programming mode)
[Voice prompt – Programming complete]
5. Slide Programming Switch to “Normal Operation”
[Voice prompt – “Emergency Call Mode”]
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Periodic Testing / Maintenance
It is highly recommended that you preform a full System Check (see page
19) at least twice a month. This will confi rm that the Pendant battery is in
good condition and that the Base unit is able to get a dial tone.
Replacing Batteries: Replace the Base unit batteries every 2 years - or as
needed. Be sure to purchase NiMH AA batteries with 2400 mAh or greater
capacity. A set of batteries in good condition and fully charged will supply
24 hours of back-up in the event of a power outage. You can test this by
unplugging the AC Adapter and hearing the voice prompts. The Base unit
will announce “Running on battery power” once every minute for 15 minutes - then once very 30 minutes until the batteries are depleted. (Note that
lower capacity batteries can be used - but they will give less back-up time).
Out of Service Storage or Transportation: When storing the Base unit
-or taking it on a trip - or sending it in for repair - it is recommended that
you turn the Master ON/OFF switch to OFF so that the “Running on battery
power” announcement for the next 24 hours doesn’t drive the postmaster
crazy. Remember to turn the Master ON / OFF switch to ON when it is put
back in service.
Caution - This equipment cannot call out when other equipment (telephone or a computer modem, etc.) are in use on the same phone line.
Having said that however , you can be comforted that in the event someone
is on the telephone elsewhere in the home when you push the FreedomAlert button for an emergency situation - even though you cannot call
out - you will be connected to the person on the telephone line in your
home. And thus can communicate with them.
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Emergency Dialing Using the Pendant:
In the event of an emergency , press the blue panic button on the front of the
Pendant. When this button is pressed for 2 seconds, the FreedomAlert will
automatically start dialing from the list of numbers.
If set to the “911 only” mode, then the 91 1 emergency operator will be called.
When the emergency response operator answers, speak in a normal voice
and you will be heard.
If set to the “Friends only” mode - the system will dial the fi rst telephone
number in the list. If no one is available for that number, it will dial the
second number, etc - until it gets to the end of the list. It will then repeat
from the top of the list.
If set to the “Friends and 911” mode - the system will dial the fi rst telephone
number in the list. If no one is available for that number, it will dial the
second number, etc - until it gets to the end of the list. After that, it will then
dial the 911 emergency operator.
Operating Range:
The operating range of your FreedomAlert will depend on many factors including intervening walls, electrical interference or various appliances such
as vacuum cleaners, microwave ovens, mixers, coffee grinders, hair dryers
and other sources of electrical noise around the house. The system should
cover your typical home and a short distance into the front, side and back
yards. Perform the System Check on page 19 to determine the boundaries of
your system to know the limits of operation in your home and surroundings.
Water Resistance:
FreedomAlert will resist splashes from water - i.e as in the shower. How-
ever, it should never be submerged or exposed to water continuously.
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Option #5– Delete - “This is an Emergency, Pr ess 5” message (This option
is only for special cases. We do not recommend that you change this option
without careful thought.)
1. Enter 1234
**
[Voice prompt – Option Mode]
2. Enter – 5 [Voice prompt – Play message, This is an emergency, press
5 message, 1 for YES – 3 for NO]
3. Enter either 1 or 3
[Voice prompt 1 – YES] – FACTORY SETTING
or, [Voice prompt 3 – NO]
4. Enter # (to exit programming mode) [Voice prompt – Programming
complete]
5. Slide Programming Switch to “Friend, 911 – Friends Only – 911 Only”
Option #9 – Reset To Factory Settings (This option will ERASE all programmed friend numbers and reset all options.)
1. Enter 1234
**
[Voice prompt – Option Mode]
2.
Enter – 9 [Voice prompt – Reset to factory settings, 1 for YES – 3 for NO
3. Enter either 1 or 3
[Voice prompt 1 – YES] or [Voice prompt 2 – NO]
4. Enter # (to exit programming mode)
[Voice prompt – Programming complete]
5. Slide Programming Switch to “Friend, 911 – Friends Only – 911 Only”
Note: phone numbers are erased so regardless of the switch setting, the unit
will call 911 if the emergency button is pushed.
Changing 3-Digit Emergency Contact Number. (This is primarily used
when a person is living in another country other than North America where
the emergency number is different than 911).
1.
Enter 1234*#*# [V oice prompt – Enter New 3 Digit Emer gency number]
2. Enter XXX (new emergency number)
[Voice prompt – Programming complete]
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Adding Additional Pendants to the System.
FreedomAlert comes with one Pendant. If you want to add additional pendants to your system - follow the directions here. If not, skip this section.
The Pendant’s unique ID code should already be learned into the Base unit
when it came from the factory. You can add a total of 4 Pendants and Emergency Wall Communicators (see available accessories on page 33) to the
system by simply learning each pendant’s ID code to the Base unit.
To program a new Pendant to the Base unit:
On the Base Unit:
1. Push and release the RED Code Learn button on the back of the base
unit. You will hear a voice prompt “Pendant Learning”
On the Pendant:
2. PUSH the Gray Battery Test button and then IMMEDIATELY push
the Blue Panic button –HOLD both buttons until you hear “Pendant
Learning” from the pendant - then release both buttons on the pendant.
• If “Base and Pendant out of Range” or “Pendant Learning Failed”
is heard from the pendant, stop - wait 30 seconds and start at step
#1 again. (Note: For the Emergency W all Communicator , push and
hold the Red “Help” and gray test button).
3. When Pendant learning has been successful you will hear “All Systems
are OK” and then it will announce the call setting that the base is set
to – Friends 911 Mode, Friends Only or 911 Only.
• If “Base and Pendant out of Range” or “Pendant Learning Failed” is
heard from the Base or Pendant, STOP - wait 30 seconds and start
at step #1 again.
Notes:
• You have up to 45 seconds after pushing the RED Code Learn button
on the base unit to get the pendant to enter “Pendant Learning” Mode.
• Teaching additional pendants does not erase previously learned pendants.
• The base unit will automatically exit the pendant learning mode after
several seconds or if Pendant Learning Failed.
• If you hear the voice prompt “Base and Pendant Out of Range” or
“Pendant Learning Failed” an error has occurred, wait 30 seconds for
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The Base unit is connected to a working phone line.
The Pendant is within range of the Base unit.
“System cannot detect dial tone.”
The Base unit is not connected to the phone line or can not get a
dial tone for some reason.
“Base and Pendant out of range.”
This confi rms one or more of the following:
The Pendant has malfunctioned.
The Base has malfunctioned.
The Pendant and Base unit are not communicating with each other
or are out or range.
If you receive a failure notifi cation, please refer to the TROUBLESHOOT-
ING guide on page 24 of this manual to determine the cause.
This testing feature is very useful - allowing you to confi rm that the system
has coverage from all parts of your home. Simply walk to the various
parts of your home and push the Battery Check / System Check button
until you hear the 4 beeps and then the dial tone. You can then release
the button, and you will hear the voice prompt “All Systems are OK”,
“Pendant and Base out of Range”, or “System Cannot Detect Dial T one”.
Caution - To ensure proper operation, this equipment must be
installed according to the these instructions. We highly recommend that you perform this System Check after set-up and installation and at least twice a month to confi rm that your system is
working properly and that the pendant and base unit are in good
communication and that the base unit can get a dial tone. It is
also recommended to perform this system check after a lightning
storm that could damage the base unit which is plugged into the
phone line.
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The battery should be tested at least twice a month along
with the System Check outlined on the this page.
When it gets to the point after a few years that the pendant battery only lasts
4 weeks before needing to be charged - it is then time to replace both the
Pendant batteries. Note: This is a very unusual battery not available at most
outlets. Order replacement batteries from LogicMark as directed on page 33.
NOTE: The pendants are monitored by the base unit. The pendant reports to
the base every 13 hours. If the battery condition is “Replace Battery Now”,
the base unit will call the fi rst ‘Friend’ number and play the voice prompt
[Pendant number X, Replace Battery Now]. The voice prompt is played 10
times, then hangs up and resets.
And, if the base unit misses 4 reports from the pendant in a row (52 hours),
the base unit will call the fi rst ‘Friend’ number and play the voice prompt
[Pendant Number X, Not in communication]. The voice prompt is played
10 times, then hangs up and resets.
Pressing the 9 on the phone keypad on either of these messages will stop the
announcement and cause the unit to reset.
If the fi rst ‘Friend’ gets either of these announcements, please make arrange-
ments as soon as possible to service or replace the pendant.
The unit will not call 911 to report a Replace Battery Now or Pendant Failed
condition. A ‘Friend’ number must be programmed for this feature to work.
System Check:
The gray button on the back of the pendant case which is used to perform the
BA TTER Y CHECK, will also perform a SYSTEM CHECK. Press and hold
this button for more than four (4) seconds. One of the following announcements will be made.
“All systems are ok.”
This confi rms the following:
Battery status.
The Pendant is working.
The Base unit is working.
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the base to reset and repeat steps 1 & 2.
• When more than 1 pendant is learned to the base, the base unit will
announce the pendant number when doing testing like the battery test.
At a later point in time, you might want to erase your previously learned
Pendants. You can erase all previously learned Pendants by simply holding
down the red Code Learn button at the back of the Base unit for 8 seconds.
You will hear the confi rmation of “Previous Pendant Codes Erased” from
the Base unit. After that, you can program a new Pendant to the base unit
following the steps above as desired.
Operating the FreedomAlert:
Operating the Pendant. The Pendant is simple in operation - having one
main Blue button - and a smaller Gray button on the back.
The Blue button on the front is the
main button to push for a full 2 seconds
to initiate a call. Once this button is
pushed the call proceeds forward to the
‘Friends’ list and or 911 depending on
the slide switch setting on the back of
the Base unit.
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Holding the Pendant. At this
point - you simply hold the Pendant as you would any normal
telephone receiver - close to the
head so that you can hear the
other person being called - and
they can hear you speaking.
Hanging -Up. If you choose to
cancel the call once initiated - you
can simply push the Gray button on the back for a second to cancel the call
and you will hear “Hanging up”. If at the end of the conversation, the other
side can force a hang up by pushing “9”, or the just hang up their end, and
the system will hang-up automatically over the next 1 to 3 minutes, or you
can push the gray button on the Pendant to end the call immediately. The
unit will automatically reset and be ready for the next call.
Answering an Incoming Call with the Pendant:
The FreedomAlert has the ability to answer incoming calls through the pendant or the Emergency Wall Communicator accessory Once the customer
hears the phone ring (the pendant will NOT ring), they simply push the Blue
Emergency button or Red “HELP” button on the Emergency Wall Communicator to answer the call. Example:
1. Incoming call to customers home
2. Base unit rings
3. Push the Blue Emergency button on pendant for 2 seconds to activate
the pendant
4. FreedomAlert will answer the incoming call – talk using pendant
5. To end the call
a. User pushes the Gray test button on pendant to hang-up.
b. Or, the calling person pushes #9 to end call and reset unit
c. Or, the unit listens for 3 minutes of silence and then hangs-up and
resets
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Lanyard, Belt Clip or Wrist Strap.
FreedomAlert comes with 3 accessories for carrying the pendant . You can
carry the Pendant using the Lanyard. You can slide the Pendant in the Belt
Clip, or you can use the Wrist-strap as a means to carry the Pendant. Note
that the Wrist-Strap can also be used as a way to attach the Pendant to a wheel
chair. Choose the method that suits you best.
The drawing at the right shows
the method of attaching the
lanyard to the Pendant.
NOTE: This lanyard has a
‘break-away’ feature in the
event it gets tangled on something in a fall.
Battery Check:
The FreedomAlert has a built-in battery tester. When you press and release
the Gray button at the back of the Pendant, a voice announcement will inform
you of the battery condition. One of the following messages will be heard:
“Battery is ok.”
Check the battery condition twice a month.
“Battery is low.”
The battery should be replaced within the next week.
“Replace battery now.”
The battery should be replaced now.
To replace the battery - simply exchange the battery in the Pendant with the
battery that has been charging in the Base unit.
Please note: If there is no response after pressing the button for one second
or more, the battery is dead and must be replaced
immediately.
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