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Dräger PSS Merlin

Dräger PSS Merlin
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Dräger PSS
®
Merlin
®
Telemetry at your service
Instructions for Use
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Dräger PSS Merlin Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDräger
ModelPSS Merlin
CategoryFirefighting Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

For Your Safety

Definitions of Alert Icons

Explains the meaning of warning icons used in the document.

General Safety Practices

Outlines essential safety guidelines for equipment use and maintenance.

Battery Safety Precautions

Details critical safety measures for handling and charging batteries.

Equipment Disposal and Trademarks

Covers proper disposal of electronic equipment and lists registered trademarks.

Introduction

System Overview

Introduces the Dräger PSS® Merlin® Telemetry System and its purpose.

Entry Control Board Elements

Identifies and describes the components of the Entry Control Board front panel.

Description and Intended Use

Electronic Monitoring System Components

Details compatible electronic monitoring systems and their integration.

Entry Control Board Functions

Explains the ECB's role, programming, and operation.

Data Transmission and Reception

Describes how data is received and transmitted between the ECB and monitoring systems.

Manually Recorded Information

Instructions for using the remarks panel for manual data logging.

Getting Started

Entry Control Board Power Supply

Information on the ECB's battery power source and operating time.

Battery Charging Procedures

Step-by-step guide for charging ECB and individual batteries.

Sleep Mode and Charge Indicator

Explains sleep mode functionality and how to check battery charge status.

In Use

Pre-entry and Making Contact

Procedures for preparing for entry and establishing initial communication.

Manual Contact Procedure

Steps for manual logon and establishing communication.

Monitoring Data Display

How to view and cycle through various data points on the ECB.

Communication: ECB to Wearer

Procedures for sending evacuation signals from ECB to monitoring units.

Communication: Wearer to ECB

How wearers signal withdrawal or distress to the ECB.

Loss of Radio Contact

Explains how to identify and manage loss of radio communication.

After Use and Log Off Procedures

Steps for safely logging off wearers and shutting down the system.

Forced Log Off Procedure

Steps for forcing a log off when normal procedure fails.

Service Information

System Time and Date Configuration

Instructions for setting the time and date on the ECB.

Display Test Procedure

How to perform a diagnostic test on ECB components.

Tally Encoding Process

Guide to programming new tallies with identification numbers.

Battery Pack Service

Procedures for removing, fitting, and caring for battery packs.

Troubleshooting

Entry Control Board Issues

Diagnosing and resolving common ECB faults and symptoms.

Radio Module and Modem Faults

Troubleshooting issues related to Bodyguard® II and 7000 modem communication.

Battery and Communication Faults

Resolving battery charging and system communication errors.

Connect ECU Faults

Identifying and addressing faults specific to the Connect ECU.

Technical Data

Operating and Storage Temperatures

Specifies the temperature ranges for system operation and storage.

Telemetry Specifications

Details range, frequency, and power for telemetry transmission.

Appendix A: Bodyguard II Portable Radio Unit

Unit Overview and Components

Introduces the Bodyguard® II unit and its main parts.

Power, Charging, and Procedures

Covers power supply, battery charging, and initial procedures.

In-Use Functions and Service

Details operational use, communication, and battery service for Bodyguard® II.

Appendix B: Bodyguard 7000 PSS Merlin Modem

Modem Overview and Tally

Introduces the modem unit and its associated tally.

In-Use Operations

Describes communication, signals, and faults for the Merlin® Modem.

Battery Pack Management

Covers battery general use, care, fitting, removal, and charging.

Battery Status and Charging

Explains battery LED indicators, user interface, and charger functions.

Appendix C: PSS AirBoss Connect

Connect ECU Overview and Tally

Introduces the Connect ECU, its features, and tally usage.

In-Use Operations and Faults

Details communication, signals, and fault handling for the Connect ECU.

Appendix D: Manual Operation of ECB

Manual Operation Overview

Explains using the ECB as a manual control board without telemetry.

Pre-entry Procedure

Steps for manual tally insertion and initial activation.

After Use and Log Off

Procedures for logging off wearers when using manual operation.

Appendix E: Propagation

Propagation Factors and Antennas

Discusses factors affecting radio signal transmission and antenna placement.

Enhancing Transmission

Details methods like repeaters and leaky feeders to improve signal coverage.

Customer Evaluation Trials

Guidance on conducting trials to assess system performance.

Appendix F: Additional Entry Control Board Functions

Retreat Alert System Features

Explains the retreat alert, early retreat, and mission status displays.

Personal and Serial Tally Usage

Covers programming and using personal and serial number tallies.

Tally Protection and Team Operation

Details tally write protection and linking channels for team operation.

Incident Reports and BS 8608

How to log incident reports and use BS 8608 functionality.

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