0% found this document useful (0 votes)
872 views27 pages

User Manual LM1

The document is a user manual for the Life & Motion Tracer tool. It provides safety instructions, an overview of the tool and its components, operating instructions, specifications, maintenance instructions, warnings and limitations, troubleshooting information, warranty details, and contact information. Safety is emphasized throughout, including only using the tool as authorized, wearing proper protective equipment, inspecting components for damage before use, and avoiding long direct exposure to the tool's radiation.

Uploaded by

Forum Pompierii
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
0% found this document useful (0 votes)
872 views27 pages

User Manual LM1

The document is a user manual for the Life & Motion Tracer tool. It provides safety instructions, an overview of the tool and its components, operating instructions, specifications, maintenance instructions, warnings and limitations, troubleshooting information, warranty details, and contact information. Safety is emphasized throughout, including only using the tool as authorized, wearing proper protective equipment, inspecting components for damage before use, and avoiding long direct exposure to the tool's radiation.

Uploaded by

Forum Pompierii
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
  • Introduction: Safety First: Emphasizes the importance of adhering to safety protocols when using the Life & Motion tracer.
  • Product Summary: Offers an overview of the product including key features, tool descriptions, and component identification.
  • Product Range: Identifies available tools and attachments associated with the Life & Motion tracer.
  • General Operating Instructions: Describes the initial setup and use, including battery installation and system connection procedures.
  • Specifications: Detailed technical and system specifications for the Life & Motion tracer.
  • Maintenance & Storage: Outlines necessary maintenance steps and storage guidelines to ensure device longevity.
  • Warnings & Limitations: Lists warnings and limitations associated with tool usage, preventing possible misuses.
  • Troubleshooting: Provides solutions for common issues experienced with the Life & Motion tracer.
  • Warranty: Information about product warranty and service conditions.
  • Disclosure: Legal terms regarding the reproduction and use of the manual beyond personal reference.
  • Contact: Lists contact information for Resqtec offices worldwide.

USER MANUAL

LIFE & MOTION TRACER


ENGLISH ORIGINAL RESQTEC USER MANUAL

WWW.RESQTEC.COM
USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

1. INTRODUCTION: SAFETY FIRST! 03


1.1. Safety messages 03
1.2. General safety information 03
1.3. Safety information 04
1.4. Tool identification 04
1.5. Applicable types 04

2. PRODUCT SUMMARY 05
2.1. Introduction 05
2.2. Tool description 05
2.3. Component identification 05

3. PRODUCT RANGE 06
3.1. Tools & attachments 06

4. GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 07


4.1. Initial use 07
4.2. Preparation before use 07
4.3. Battery installation 07
4.4. Starting the Life and Motion Tracer (LM1) 08
4.5. Connecting the pad and radar host 09
4.6. Target detection 12
4.7. Waveform 13
4.8. Data replay 14
4.8.1 Target replay 14
4.8.2 Waveform replay 15
4.9. System management 16
4.10. Pad charging 17
4.11. Radar host charging 17

5. SPECIFICATIONS 18
5.1. Technical specifications 18
5.1.1 SI-system data 18
5.1.2 Imperial system data 18

6. MAINTENANCE & STORAGE 19


6.1. Maintenance after use 19
6.2. Regular maintenance 20
6.3. Annual maintenance 20
6.4. Recommended storage 20
6.5. Decommissioning & recycling 20

7. WARNINGS & LIMITATIONS 21


7.1. General instruction 21
7.2. Radar host interference 21
7.3. Optimal target detection settings 22

8. TROUBLESHOOTING 23

9. WARRANTY 24

10. DISCLOSURE 25

11. CONTACT 26

02 RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02)


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

1. INTORDUCTION: SAFETY FIRST!


1.1. SAFETY MESSAGES

This manual contains safety messages. They point out potential hazards that could hurt you or others around you as well as damage
the equipment in use. These messages should therefore be read carefully and understood. They are highlighted by the safety alert
symbol as shown on the left:

The potential hazards are explained as to what could happen and how to avoid or reduce the chance for injury or damage.

Important information has been highlighted as well. To point out this information, a light bulb icon is used. It brings topics to your
attention that could, for example, facilitate maintenance or to clarify when it is advisable to consult your distributor/supplier.

1.2. GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

The Resqtec rescue equipment is designed to provide safe operation. All users should read and be thoroughly familiar with the operating
instructions and safety precautions stated in this manual. Operator safety depends on users being properly trained by the Authority having
jurisdiction and using the tool for its intended purposes only. The following safety precautions must be observed at all times:

UNTRAINED USE OF RESCUE EQUIPMENT AND ITS ATTACHMENTS MAY RESULT IN VERY DANGEROUS AND
POTENTIALLY HARMFUL SITUATIONS. DO NOT ATTEMPT!

• Resqtec rescue equipment must only be operated by people authorized and qualified by the Authority having jurisdiction.
• Be aware that this is not an all-encompassing training manual. This manual is meant as a reference-guide for working with this
specific piece of equipment, and the user should already be trained in and qualified for using rescue equipment.
• Suitable protective equipment must be worn as directed by the Authority having jurisdiction. At a minimum, this should include
gloves, helmet, eye protection and body protection — such as turnout gear.

• Prior to use, inspect all components for any signs of damage or fraying. Do not use damaged equipment.
• Stay alert. Do not operate the system when tired.
• Use only Resqtec authorized service parts.
• This equipment should only be used with accessories approved by Resqtec. Use of unauthorized accessories can result in
unpredictable and unreliable tool operation and is therefore prohibited.

RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02) 03


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

1.3. SAFETY INFORMATION

Before using the Life & Motion tracer and its related products and accessories, conduct an overall size-up of the intended use and safeguard
against potential hazards before installing the product. Read and understand this manual before using the Life & Motion tracer.

The WARNING and SAFETY labels on the product alert the user to special hazards inherent with its use. Should they
become damaged or unreadable, contact the manufacturer to obtain a replacement.

BEFORE INSTALLING THE TOOL, BE AWARE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Please use the original manufacturer’s parts and charger.


• Please don’t disassemble the radar detector, the pad, the charger and other parts.
• Do not use the LM1 in high temperature conditions for a long time, otherwise the service life would be reduced.
• Make sure the ground lead of the power socket is safely grounded in case of a lightning strike.
• The LM1’s radiation is less than 1% of a cell phone’s radiation. Excessive direct radiation (more than 8 hours) might however affect a
person’s health. Avoid long direct exposure to radiation.
• Please do not connect the radar or pad with other electronic devices then specified in this manual.
• Always make sure no one on site is in danger or might get, when using Resqtec equipment. Be aware of your surroundings, the
situation you and the people around you are in, and what the consequences of the use of the Resqtec system are.
• When in use hold the tool by the handles.

1.4. TOOL IDENTIFICATION

Tool identification is to make sure that this manual comes with a specific tool and that this manual should always be available as a reference
guide to that tool. It is mandatory that this manual is not separated from the tool specified below during its service life. This manual comes with
Resqtec Life & Motion tracer type:

LM With serial number:

Distributor/Supplier information:

1.5. APPLICABLE TYPES

This manual covers the following product types:


ARTICLE NUMBER ITEM DESCRIPTION
9330.0041 Life and Motion Tracer

04 RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02)


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

2. PRODUCT SUMMARY
2.1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing Resqtec. We are confident that we live up to your expectations. This manual has been compiled carefully to supply
the reader with all the necessary information. Read all the instructions before using the tool to assure safe and optimal use of the tool. These
instructions contain aspects relevant to safe and optimal use of the tool.

The tool has been manufactured by Resqtec Zumro. For addresses please refer to the last page of this manual or refer to our internet site at
www.resqtec.com.

2.2. TOOL DESCRIPTION

The Life & Motion tracer has been designed and engineered to assist firefighters, USAR-teams and other rescue workers with the various rescue
applications they encounter. We are confident that the design of this product will enable those working in these environments to not only
negotiate the obstacles they encounter, but to perform their work more safely.

The Life & Motion Tracer is a UWB (Ultra Wide Band) electromagnetic pulse radar, combined with micro power UWB technology and biomedical
engineering. It utilizes electromagnetic wave reflection principles to analyze the (in)existence of vital signs and calculates the distance to living
people, by detecting the human cardiopulmonary microseism (breath and heartbeat) and body movement.

2.3. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

USER INTERFACE PANEL


CARRYING HANDLES

CALIBRATION PORT1
BATTERY INSTALLATION NODE

1. POWER LIGHT
2. COMMUNICATION LIGHT
3. POWER BUTTON
4. RUNNING LIGHT
5. CHARGE LIGHT

1
CALIBRATION PORT TO BE USED BY MANUFACTURER ONLY

RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02) 05


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

3. PRODUCT RANGE
3.1. TOOLS & ATTACHMENTS

ARTICLE NUMBER ITEM DESCRIPTION PICTURE USAGE & RESTRICTIONS

9330.0041 Life and Motion Tracer See chapter 4 – 8.

06 RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02)


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

4. GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS


4.1. INITIAL USE

When receiving your equipment check for any sign of damage to the box, and report it to your distributor/supplier as damage could have
occurred during shipping. Unpack in upright position and check the tool for damage. To make sure the tool conforms to your specifications, see
chapter 5 for further details.

CHECK THE EQUIPMENT FOR EXTERNAL DAMAGE. NOTIFY YOUR DISTRIBUTOR/SUPPLIER IMMEDIATELY IF ANY
DAMAGE IS FOUND. DO NOT USE DAMAGED EQUIPMENT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE!

In general we distinguish a couple of different types of operations:


• Battery installation
• Starting the LM1
• Connecting the pad and radar host
• Target detection
• Wave form
• Data replay
• System management
• Pad charging
• Radar host charging

4.2. PREPARATION BEFORE USE

• Make sure the pad and radar host are fully charged. • See chapter 4.10 and 4.11 for further information.

• Make sure the connection between the pad and radar host is
• See chapter 4.5 for further information.
correctly set up.

• Make sure there is enough storage space to store data replay files. • See chapter 4.8 for further information.

RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02) 07


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

4.3. BATTERY INSTALLATION

To install the tool’s battery follow the steps:

1
Horizontally pull the cover and slide to unlock position.

2
Vertically pull the cover and slide downwards.

3
Pivot the battery lid.

4
Insert the battery into its slot.

5
Close the battery lid.

08 RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02)


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

6
Vertically push the cover and slide upwards.

7
Horizontally push the cover and slide to locked position.

4.4. STARTING THE LM1

Open the radar host and then press the power button until the red indicator light switches on. It will be ready after a 30 second self-check
procedure.

BEFORE USING THE LM1, ALWAYS LET IT FINISH THE SELF-CHECK PROCEDURE AFTER TURNING IT ON.

4.5. CONNECTING THE PAD AND RADAR HOST

1
Start the pad and press ‘Menu’ button on the home screen.

2
Select ‘Settings’ and open Wi-Fi set up.

RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02) 09


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

3
Set the Wi-Fi slide to ‘on’.

4
Connect to the radar host.

5
Enter the password to successfully set up the connection between the pad and the radar
host.

The default password is 1111111111 (10x).

6
Return to the home screen and then start the LM1 application.

7
Press the ‘System Management’ button in the menu at the lower left to enter the
system management menu.

10 RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02)


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

8
Click the ‘Setting’ button.

9
Input the correct radar IP address in ‘Radar IP Address Setting’.

10
Press the return button in the lower left corner to return to the main menu. If shown, click ‘reconnect’.

11
An indication is shown when the communication connection is set successfully.

If failed to connect, it would display “unconnected with the radar, please retry” (shown as picture 13) If so, please check whether the Wi-Fi is on,
SSID is correct or not, IP address is correct or not. If this situation happened during the operation, please stop the software first and then restart
the Wi-Fi to connect.

RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02) 11


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

4.6. TARGET DETECTION

1
Press the ‘Target Detection’ button in the menu at the lower left to enter the
target detection interface.

2
Adjust the ‘Starting Distance’ and ‘Termination Distance’ to the required settings.

3
Adjust the ‘Detection Environment’ to the required setting.

Includes three (3) modes: Air, Wall and Ruin. ‘Ruin’ is the default mode.

4 Adjust ‘Sensitivity’ to the required setting.

Includes two (2) classes: Low and High.

Low sensitivity is recommended in noisy environments, while high


sensitivity is recommended in pure environments.

5
Adjust ‘Target Mode’ to the required setting.

Includes two (2) modes: Single Target scanning mode and


Multiple Target scanning mode.

12 RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02)


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

6
Adjust ‘Target Trajectory’ to the required setting.

Includes (2) modes: Move and Breathe.

4.7. WAVEFORM

1
Press the ‘Waveform’ button in the menu to open the wave form and the progressive
scanning interface.

2
Click on the ‘LineScan’ miniature display to switch to the linescan display.

3
Click on the ‘WaveForm’ miniature display to return to the waveform display.

RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02) 13


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

4.8. DATA REPLAY

4.8.1 TARGET REPLAY

1
Press the ‘Target Playback’ button in the menu at the lower left corner to enter the
detection replay interface.

2
Press the unfold button at the center of the rightmost screen to unfold the file list.

3
Select the desired file, and then press play to start the replay.

4
The upper 3 buttons are respectively: former frame, pause/play, next frame.

5
The lower 3 buttons are respectively: fast reverse, stop, fast forward.

As soon as the replay is done, the grid will automatically clear away all the information, the Sync Time on the upper
right of the grid will not renew anymore and the button status will reset.

14 RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02)


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

4.8.2 WAVEFORM REPLAY

Files related to the wave form replay are saved in the radar host, hence, if you need to check the waveform replay, first
set up the connection between the radar host and the pad. For further details, please see chapter 4.5.

1
Press the ‘Waveform Playback’ button in the lower left corner to enter the waveform
replay interface.

2
Press the unfold button at the center of the rightmost screen to unfold the file list.

3
Select the desired file. The replay will now automatically start playing.

RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02) 15


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

4.9. SYSTEM MANAGEMENT

1
Press the ‘System Management’ button in the lower left corner to enter the system
management interface.

2
There are three (3) different control panels in the system management interface: ‘Pad
File Management’, ‘Radar File Management’ and ‘Setting’.

3
Select ‘Pad File Management’ to enter the pad files interface.

When the radar starts scanning, the pad will generate a local file
for target detection replay in off-line mode.

4
Select ‘Radar File Management’ to enter the radar files interface.

5 The ‘Setting’ menu allows the user to adjust Radar IP Address and Radar Port
Settings.

To exit the setting menu, press the return button in the lower left
corner of the screen.

BECAUSE OF THE LIMITED STORAGE SPACE OF THE RADAR HOST, THE USER NEEDS TO DELETE OLD SCANNING FILES
TO ENLARGE THE STORAGE SPACE IN CASE THERE IS A LACK OF STORAGE SPACE AND/OR TO PREVENT FUTURE
STORAGE SPACE SHORTAGES.

THE RADAR HOST KEEPS THREE (3) KINDS OF FILES: TARGET DETECTION FILES, WAVEFORM FILE AND LOG FILES. ONLY
WAVEFORM FILES SUPPORT DOWNLOADING.

16 RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02)


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

4.10. PAD CHARGING

ALWAYS USE THE ORIGINAL CHARGER TO CHARGE THE PAD.

Plug into the pad charging port and then plug into the power socket to complete the charge. The charging time is about 3 – 4 hours. The battery
condition will be indicated in the lower right corner of the pad.

REMOVE THE BATTERY AFTER CHARGING IS FINISHED.

4.11. RADAR HOST CHARGING

ALWAYS USE THE ORIGINAL CHARGER TO CHARGE THE PAD.

Put the battery into the rabbet on the charger and make sure it is aligned. The charging time is around 4 – 5 hours. The indicator light on the
battery display port will be flickering in blue until the charging is finished.

REMOVE THE BATTERY AFTER CHARGING IS FINISHED.

PRESSING THE BUTTON ON THE BATTERY DISPLAY PORT WILL GIVE YOU THE INFORMATION ABOUT THE BATTERY
BALANCE.

Charging light:
• 3 grids: 90% full
• 2 grids 60% full
• 1 grid 30% full – needs charging
• Green light: the charger is running OK.
• Green and red light flickering together: charging,
• Green and blue light flickering together: charging is finished.

RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02) 17


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

5. SPECIFICATIONS
5.1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

5.1.1 SI-SYSTEM DATA

LM1 DATA
Radar System Ultra Wide Band (UWB)
Antenna Enhancement-model medium coupling UWB Antenna
Center Frequency / Protection class 400MHz / IP65
Through-wall detection range: thickness of wall 50 cm
Through-wall detection range: detection range Resting life body ≥ 25m ; moving life body ≥ 30m
Concrete, soil, rock, non-metal (i.e. wood), low moisture
Penetrable material
content objects
Penetrating performance Detects any vital signs through 10m brick solid wall
Detection opening angle / horizontal area / cone-shape volume ≥ ±60° / ≥ 8.400m2 / ≥ 84.000m3
Remote control distance ≥ 100m in spacious circumstance
Detection accuracy / detection model / Medium offset mode ±10cm/ single-dimensional range finding model / air; through wall; ruins
Function of remote expert service / GPS Supported
Dimensions radar host / hand-held terminal 430 x 430 x 180 mm / 193 x 122 x 10 mm
Weight radar host / hand-held terminal 6,5 kg / 345 g
Continuous working period radar host / hand-held terminal 10 hrs
Battery type radar host / hand-held terminal Chargeable lithium hydrate battery
Operating system / software Android 4.0.3. / Object identification system software LM1
Operating temperature -20 °C to +60 °C

5.1.2 IMPERIAL SYSTEM DATA

LM1 DATA
Radar System Ultra Wide Band (UWB)
Antenna Enhancement-model medium coupling UWB Antenna
Center Frequency / Protection class 400MHz / IP65
Through-wall detection range: thickness of wall 19.7”
Through-wall detection range: detection range Resting life body ≥ 8e+1ft; moving life body ≥ 2e+2ft
Concrete, soil, rock, non-metal (i.e. wood), low moisture content
Penetrable material
objects
Penetrating performance Detects any vital signs through 10m brick solid wall
Detection opening angle / horizontal area / cone-shape volume ≥ ±60° / ≥ 9e+4ft² / ≥ 3e+6ft³
Remote control distance ≥ 3e+2ft in spacious circumstance
Detection accuracy / detection model / Medium offset mode ±10cm/ single-dimensional range finding model / air; through wall; ruins
Function of remote expert service / GPS Supported
Dimensions radar host / hand-held terminal 169.3” x 169.3” x 70.9” / 75.9” x 48” x 3.9”
Weight radar host / hand-held terminal 14.3 lbs / 12.2 oz
Continuous working period radar host / hand-held terminal 10 hrs
Battery type radar host / hand-held terminal Chargeable lithium hydrate battery
Operating system / software Android 4.0.3. / Object identification system software LM1
Operating temperature -68°F to +140°F

18 RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02)


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

6. MAINTENANCE & STORAGE

Generally speaking it is most important is to keep your tool clean. A clean tool will not wear down as fast; hence a
longer service life can be achieved.

6.1. MAINTENANCE AFTER USE

ACTION EXPLANATION ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

1. Check the radar and pad for any damage. • Visually check for damage. If structural damage to the tool is
discovered, contact your Resqtec
distributor/supplier.

Check the functioning of the LM1 software • Check for smooth operation.
2. If the LM1 software does not
on the pad.
• Check/clear replay file storage. operate smoothly, contact your
Resqtec distributor/supplier.

Check the functioning of the battery • Check whether the battery can be
3.
installation node. smoothly (dis)connected. If the battery cannot be
(dis)connected properly, contact your
Resqtec distributor/supplier.

• The pad’s power button is located on the


top right corner of the pad.
Turn off the pad’s and radar host’s power
4.
after use.
• The pad’s power button is located in the
middle of the user interface panel.

• Preferably use dry, clean paper cloth.


5. Clean and dry the tool before storage.
• Mild soapy water can be used if Do NOT use any oil.
necessary.
Dry thoroughly after using water.

• For further details, see chapter 4.9 and


6. Charge pad and radar host’s batteries.
4.10.

DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE RADAR DETECTOR, THE PAD, THE CHARGER AND/OR OTHER PARTS.

RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02) 19


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

6.2. REGULAR MAINTENANCE

It is advisable to carry out regular maintenance; depending on the use at least every 3 months.

When carrying out regular maintenance one should, in addition to the steps described in chapter 6.1, pay extra attention to the following:
ACTION EXPLANATION ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Make sure pad and radar host’s batteries • For further details, see chapter 4.9 and
1.
are fully charged. 4.10.

DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE RADAR DETECTOR, THE PAD, THE CHARGER AND/OR OTHER PARTS.

6.3. ANNUAL MAINTENANCE

Many years of safe use is guaranteed if the tool is properly cared for and maintained. To this end the tool must be
inspected at least once a year. This must be carried out by a service technician trained by Resqtec who possesses the
necessary tools and testing equipment.

STRUCTURALLY DAMAGED AND/OR BROKEN EQUIPMENT MUST NEVER BE USED DURING RESCUE OPERATIONS. THIS
MAY RESULT IN VERY DANGEROUS AND POTENTIALLY HARMFUL SITUATIONS. DO NOT ATTEMPT!

If structural damage and/or broken equipment or parts are discovered, immediately contact your distributor/supplier or the manufacturer.

DO NOT REPAIR ANY BROKEN EQUIPMENT AND/OR PARTS. ALWAYS CONTACT YOUR DISTRIBUTOR/SUPPLIER OR THE
MANUFACTURER.

Repairing equipment and/or parts causes your warranty to expire. Always contact your distributor/supplier when broken parts and/or equipment
are discovered. Broken equipment and/or parts can then be sent to certified service centers.

6.4. RECOMMENDED STORAGE

The following storage recommendations count:


• Always store the LM1 and its accessories clean and tidy.
• Store out of direct sunlight.
• Store the equipment in a dry, well-ventilated area:
Recommended storage temperature range 10 °C - 30 °C / 50 °F - 86 °F
Recommended storage relative humidity 0 – 60%

6.5. DECOMISSIONING & RECYCLING

The various parts can be re-used at the end of their service life.
Consult your distributor/supplier for further information on recycling or follow the local regulations on disposal.

20 RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02)


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

7. WARNINGS & LIMITATIONS


7.1. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE DO NOT TURN ON/OFF THE EQUIPMENT FREQUENTLY. THE ON/OFF TIME INTERVAL SHOULD BE LONGER THAN
10 SECONDS, TO ENSURE THE EQUIPMENT WILL REMAIN FUNCTIONING WELL.

BECAUSE WATER IS A CONDUCTOR, THE ATTENUATION OF THE DETECTION ZONE IS NORMAL WHEN THE TOOL IS
BEING USED IN RAINY CONDITIONS.

MISUSE OF RESQTEC EQUIPMENT MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE SYSTEM AND/OR
PROPERTY.

THE WARRANTY WILL VOID IF THESE RESTRICTIONS ARE DISREGARDED.

7.2. RADAR HOST INTERFERENCE

Because interfering sources will influence the detecting result, the user needs to find and eliminate the interference source:
INTERFERENCE SOURCE SOLUTION
The operator’s movement and breath will be detected by the radar.

The operator The operator shall keep a minimum distance (at least
the radar’s minimum detecting distance) away from
the radar host.
Fluorescent lamp emits high frequency radiation which will influence
the detecting result.
Fluorescent lamps
The user shall keep the radar far away from any
fluorescent lamp when being used.
High voltage cables emit a harmonic wave which will influence the
detecting result.
High voltage cables
The user shall keep the radar host far away from any
high voltage cables.
The user shall keep the radar host far away from any high voltage
cables.
Moving objects
Try to eliminate as many moving objects within the
detection range as possible.
The radar host’s electromagnetic waves cannot penetrate metal
barriers.
Metal barriers
Do not face the radar host towards a large metal
surface.

On-site staff’s movement might influence the detecting result.

Decrease the number personnel in the vicinity of the


On site staff
radar host to only 1 – 2 operators. The secondary
operator shall avoid walking around to avoid
influencing the detection result.

RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02) 21


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

MISUSE OF RESQTEC EQUIPMENT MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE SYSTEM AND/OR
PROPERTY.

THE WARRANTY WILL VOID IF THESE RESTRICTIONS ARE DISREGARDED.

7.3. OPTIMAL TARGET DETECTION SETTINGS

INTERFERENCE SOURCE SETTINGS

Try to control the ‘detection zone’ of the radar as per the actual
distance to the target to get the maximum detecting result.
Detection zone setting
For instance: if the target is 8m / 26 1⁄4ft away from the radar host,
the detecting end distance can be set to 10m / 32 13⁄16ft.

Try to align the center of the radar host surface (antenna side) with
Radar host and victim aligned
the heart/lungs of the (potential) victim.

MISUSE OF RESQTEC EQUIPMENT MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE SYSTEM AND/OR
PROPERTY.

THE WARRANTY WILL VOID IF THESE RESTRICTIONS ARE DISREGARDED.

22 RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02)


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

8. TROUBLESHOOTING

If you encounter any problems whilst using the LM1, please advise the following table:

Symptom Solution

• Please be patient and wait for 30 seconds.

• Check the connection between the radar host and battery.

• Check the battery. There is a battery display at the bottom of the


battery. One grid remaining on the display means the battery needs
The radar host will not start and the indicator light remains turned off.
to be charged immediately.

• Try the connection on the pad if the ‘communication indicator light’


remains turned off. If connected successfully and the ‘operating
indicator light’ flickers once, that means the ‘communication
indicator light’ is broken while the system is running well.

• Check if the Wi-Fi is switched on or not. See chapter 4.5 for further
details.

• Check the Wi-Fi interface to see if the radar host and pad are
The radar host starts successfully, but the pad cannot connect with connected. See if the password was set correctly or not. The
the radar host. default password is ‘1111111111’ (10x).

• Quit the LM1’s software after you finish checking and eliminating
the above problem, and then restart the Wi-Fi to set up the
connection.

• Make sure the radar host was not placed on a metal surface.

• Check whether the radar’s surface (antenna side) is aligned with the
Radar host cannot detect the target successfully. victim’s heart/lungs. Reposition if necessary.

• Make sure all interfering sources are eliminated. See chapter 7.2
for further details.

IF YOU CANNOT FIND THE PROBLEM THAT OCCURRED, OR IF THE PROVIDED SOLUTION DIDN´T RESOLVE THE
PROBLEM, STOP USING THE PRODUCT IMMEDIATELY AND CONTACT A CERTIFIED DISTRIBUTOR/SUPPLIER OR ONE OF
THE RESQTEC OFFICES.

RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02) 23


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

9. WARRANTY

Resqtec offers two years warranty upon the purchase of this tool. Warranty is only valid if the advised maintenance is done by an authorized
Resqtec technician. For extending your warranty or information about the Resqtec service program, please contact your Resqtec
distributor/supplier.

24 RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02)


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

10. DISCLOSURE

All rights reserved. No part of this publication whatsoever may be reproduced without the prior written consent of Resqtec.

All information herein was carefully gathered and examined. However, we cannot be held responsible for eventual mistakes or incompleteness.
Resqtec may exercise the right to change or modify parts of the equipment at any time without notification. This manual may be subject to error,
revision and technical modifications. For detailed information, and as we constantly improve our equipment, please check the latest specification
sheet. This manual is based on and refers to current production models only. Resqtec accepts no liability for any damage and/or injuries resulting
from the use of this manual in connection with any equipment which has been or may be supplied. For any additional information concerning the
use of the manual or the maintenance or repair of Resqtec equipment, please contact the Resqtec distributor/supplier or an officially appointed
distributor/supplier. Utmost care has been taken in the preparation and accuracy of this manual. Resqtec cannot however be held liable for
errors, omissions or consequential liabilities in the use of it.

RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02) 25


USER MANUAL LIFE & MOTION TRACER

11. CONTACT

ADDRESSES RESQTEC OFFICES

European office USA office Asia office

Meer en Duin 82 300 Forge Way, Suite 2 Lot 5, Jalan Delima 1/1
2163 HC Lisse, the Netherlands Rockaway, New Jersey, 07866 Subang Hi-Tech Industrial Park
T +31 (0)252 419002 T: +1 973 627 4646 47 500 Selangor, Malaysia
F +31 (0)252 411794 F: +1 973 627 4622 T +603 5621 5298
F +603 5621 2895
E [email protected]
I www.resqtec.com

26 RESQTEC Manual LIFE & MOTION TRACER (DM071K02)


RESQTEC Zumro B.V.
Meer en Duin 82 2163 HC Lisse, the Netherlands
T +31 (0)252 419002 F +31 (0)252 411794 E [email protected] WWW.RESQTEC.COM

You might also like