ALERT ATS
MODULAR TELEMETRY SYSTEM
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ALERT ATS
MODULAR TELEMETRY SYSTEM
Dear Colleague,
Scott Safety is excited to announce the launch and availability of the new Alert ATS modular telemetry
system.
The Alert ATS modular telemetry system provides a suite of products, which can be easily integrated into a
full entry control package.
What modules make up the Alert ATS system?
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TECB - Entry Control Board
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DPG - Digital Pressure Gauge
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TRU - Telemetry Radio Unit
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PDU - Personal Display Unit
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Scott Command - Computer Monitoring System
Should you have any questions concerning this launch please do not hesitate to contact your Sales Territory
Manager or Customer Service contact.
Yours Sincerely,
Tony Pickett
Product Manager, Air Supplied
Pimbo Road • Skelmersdale, Lancashire WN8 9RA • United Kingdom • T:+44 (0) 1695 727171 • F:+44 (0) 1695 711775 • scott.sales.uk@tycoint.com
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ALERT ATS
MODULAR TELEMETRY SYSTEM
ALERT ATS
TELEMETRY SYSTEM
Product Highlights
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Simple to use system
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Clear status information
panel
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Simple Evacuation
Control Procedure
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Fast boot up times
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Flexibility to add
modules later
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Writable Panel for
personnel identification
and fast turnaround
Scott Safety are renowned for developing products to meet the existing and
future requirements of the fire market. In the development phase of the new
modular telemetry system the following factors were crucial: entry control
procedures, simplicity of use, clear status information and evacuation control
incorporating the latest advances in technology.
TECB
Telemetry Entry Control Board
The new robust, durable tally board (TECB) delivers
critical levels of accountability, as pressure, time
remaining and time elapsed data are transmitted in
real time. Warnings are displayed visually and audibly
allowing rescue action to be undertaken as necessary
while withdrawal signalling allows selective, individual
or complete board evacuation at the press of a button.
Standard Display
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Status information is presented on one screen with no need for
scrolling, ensuring an instant, accurate snapshot of personnel.
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TECB features a full colour screen, with “traffic light” status
information to easily identity personnel who are reaching low air levels.
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TECB contains a battery power source enabling one battery to be
removed and charged without turning off the system, maintaining
constant power in lengthy events.
Half Way Point
SCOTT COMMAND
Computer Monitoring System
Low Pressure
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This innovative computer monitoring software can be used in place of the
TECB but still retains all of the features and benefits that the electronic board
offers with the ability to increase the number of active users considerably.
DPG
Digital Pressure Gauge
The new digital pressure gauge enables an immediate understanding
of air supply levels, time to whistle and temperature data, offering
users reassurance to continue working regardless of the surrounding
risk. The permanently back lit screen provides a clear and easily
readable display containing all the required information to eliminate
the need to scroll, while visual warnings alert the user and nearby
colleagues. The one button operation unit logs all data for download
as required.
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DPG features a full colour screen, with “traffic light” status
information to easily identify current pressure, time to whistle
and temperature.
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Rechargeable Li-ion battery
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Permanently backlit
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One button operation for self check
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Atex approved
Simple Status Screens
PRODUCT
IN USE
Standard Display
PRODUCT
IN USE
PRODUCT
IN USE
Half Way Point
Low Pressure
TRU
Telemetry Radio Unit
The second module to the new telemetry system is the Telemetry Radio Unit The TRU
enables pressure monitoring via an infra-red link from the DPG. The ATEX approved unit,
which operates on a frequency 869.5Hz, has both multi- sound alarm and motion alarms.
Coupled with LED indicators the unit offers automatic man down activation and manual
activation as circumstances demand.
PDU
Personal Display Unit
The small portable incident control unit eliminates the need for a tally board or PC. The
system operates on the same frequencies as the TRU and incorporates evacuate all button;
text message receiver and vibration alarm with LED indicator.
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Alert ATS is a true modular telemetry system, giving users the ability
to build from a simple setup to a full entry control system as demand
requires.
ALERT ATS
Advanced Modular Telemetry System
Digital Pressure Gauge
Distress Unit + Digital Pressure Gauge
Telemetry Radio Unit + Personal Display Unit
Telemetry Radio Unit + Digital Pressure Gauge +
Personal Display Unit
Telemetry Radio Unit + Digital Pressure Gauge +
Telemetry Entry Control Board
Telemetry Radio Unit + Digital Pressure Gauge +
Scott Command
Telemetry Radio Unit + Digital Pressure Gauge +
Scott Command + Telemetry Entry Control Board
Scott Safety is a global business unit of Tyco International that supplies a variety of industries through manufacturing facilities located in the United
States, United Kingdom, Asia, Finland and Australia.
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DPG
DIGITAL PRESSURE GAUGE
The Digital Pressure Gauge
(DPG) enables an immediate
understanding of air supply levels,
time to whistle and temperature
data, offering users reassurance to
continue working regardless of the
surrounding risk.
The permanently back lit screen
provides a clear and easily
readable display containing all the
required information to eliminate
the need to scroll, while visual
warnings alert the user and nearby
colleagues.
The one button operation unit logs
all data for download as required.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
• DPG features a full colour screen, with “traffic light” status information
to easily identify current pressure, time to whistle and temperature.
• Rechargeable Li-ion battery
• Permanently backlit
• One button operation for self check
• Atex approved
DPG
DIGITAL PRESSURE GAUGE
SIMPLE STATUS SCREENS
PRODUCT
IN USE
Standard Display
PRODUCT
IN USE
Half Way Point
Low Pressure
PRODUCT
IN USE
MODULAR PLATFORM
Scott Safety are renowned for developing products to meet the existing and future requirements of
the fire market. In the development phase of the new modular telemetry system the following factors
were crucial: entry control procedures, simplicity of use, clear status information and evacuation
control incorporating the latest advances in technology.
DPG is part of the Modular Alert ATS Platform which allows the user to configure their telemetry
system according to their needs with the ability to upgrade and extend in the future.
Alert ATS platform includes:
Telemetry
Radio Unit
Digital
Pressure
Gauge
Personal
Display Unit
Telemetry
Entry Control
Board
Scott Safety is a global business unit of Tyco International that supplies a variety of industries through manufacturing facilities located in the
United States, United Kingdom, Asia, Finland and Australia.
Pimbo Road • Skelmersdale • Lancashire • England • WN8 9RA Telephone: +44 (0) 1695 711711 • Fax: +44 (0) 1695 711772
www.scottsafety.com • scott.sales.uk@tycoint.com
© 2011 Scott Safety. SCOTT, the SCOTT SAFETY Logo, Scott Health and Safety, Epic Voice Amp are registered and/or unregistered marks of Scott Technologies, Inc.
or its affiliates.
Scott
Command
TECHNICAL PRODUCT INFORMATION
ALERT ATS - ADVANCED TELEMETRY SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
The Scott ATS system is a suite of products that can be used individually or in combination to provide a
telemetry, display and datalogging system for use with Scott’s range of self contained breathing apparatus.
The detachable telemetry man down alarm (TRU) can also be used independently to a BA set or with a BA set
not of Scott’s manufacture.
The system includes a digital pressure gauge, a standalone telemetry capable ADSU/PASS and 3 types of
Entry Control Unit that can be used outside the incident to monitor the Telemetry ADSU’s (TRU) inside to
provide man down alarm and notification. These 3 systems offer different options to the user depending upon
how they manage their entry control procedures and include the PDU, a tally board system (TECB) and the
computer based Scott Command System
APPLICATIONS
The Alert ATS system will provide additional information to the professional fire-fighter and also has the
capability to send this information outside to an incident/entry control officer. The ATS system is designed to
be used during any incidents when the fire-fighter needs to wear breathing apparatus and modules of it can
also be used when breathing apparatus is not being worn.
APPROVAL INFORMATION
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CE marked in accordance with EN137:2006 Type II
AS1716
ATEX approved
TECHNICAL DATASHEET
MATERIALS
DIGITAL PRESSURE GAUGE - DPG
DPG Case
Polycarbonate
Screen
TFT
Battery
Lithium Ion
Pressure sensor
Stainless steel
Button
Silicone
O-rings
Silicone, Nitrile
U-clips
Stainless steel
Screws
Stainless steel
HP Air Hose
PTCFE liner, stainless steel braiding, Estane sleeve
TRU
Pass/DSU case
Polycarbonate
Sounder
Piezo electric
Battery
Lithium Ion
Buttons
TPE
Screws
Stainless
Gasket
Silicone/Neoprene
Pass Cradle
Stainless steel
Motion detector
Accelerometer
MICRO-REPEATER
Micro-repeater case
Polycarbonate
Sounder
Piezo electric
Battery
Lithium Ion
Buttons
TPE
Screws
Stainless
Gasket
Silicone/Neoprene
PDU
Supercell case
Polycarbonate
Sounder
Piezo electric
Battery
Lithium Ion
Screws
Stainless
Screen
LCD
TECHNICAL DATASHEET
MATERIALS
TALLY BOARD
Screens
TFT
Case
ABS
Gasket
Silicone
Corner Guard
TPE
Indicators
LED’s
Sounder
Piezo electric
Batteries
Lithium Ion
Tally’s
Acrylic
SCOTT COMMAND – PC BASED
Operating system
Windows
MAINTENANCE/SERVICING/CLEANING INFORMATION
Cleaning should only be carried out following the instructions as laid down in the user instructions.
Maintenance and servicing must only be performed by trained personnel following the procedures laid down in the
Service and Maintenance manual.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
SOUNDERS
DPG
Alarm
ADSU/PASS
Tally Board
90 Leq DBa
Piezo electric
Pre alarm
84- 102 Leq DBa
Full alarm
102-112 Leq DBa
Alarm
90 Leq DBa
Maximum working pressure
450 bar
Minimum burst pressure
800 bar
HOSES
Stainless steel swivel hose fittings
High pressure hose
BATTERIES
Rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries
TECHNICAL DATASHEET
ATS PERSONAL DISPLAY UNIT
DESCRIPTION
The Scott Safety PDU is a monitoring unit that provides a simple and low cost telemetry monitoring system. When
activated the PDU will monitor for any alarms from Scott Safety TRUs and indicate to the Entry Control Officer when
one or more has been activated. The unit is equipped with audible, visual and tactile alarms.
The PDU can also be used to send a mass evacuation signal to any TRU or other PDU within range by a simple press
of a button located on the top of the unit.
The PDU can also be used in conjunction with the Scott Safety TECB and Command software providing different
people around the fire ground with information without interfering with each other. When used in conjunction with
the Command software the unit can also receive pre-programmed text messages if required.
The PDU also has motion sensing circuitry which can be enabled by the user if required and will signal other PDUs and
the Command system if the man down alarm is activated.
MATERIALS
Supercell case
Polycarbonate
Sounder
Piezo electric
Battery
Lithium Ion
Screws
Stainless
Screen
LCD
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Height: 10.2cm / Width: 6cm / Depth: 4cm
Weight: 160g/ 5.6oz (approximate)
Battery: Rechargeable Lithium, providing over 80 hours of use
TECHNICAL DATASHEET
ATS DISTRESS SIGNAL UNIT
DESCRIPTION
The Scott Safety ATS ADSU is an Atex approved man down alarm. Small and compact, it can be attached to the
wearers breathing apparatus or workwear and provides a loud audible and bright visual alarm should the unit no
longer sense any movement. The unit is activated by the wearer detaching a tally key from the front of the unit and
the unit can not be turned off until this key is put back in place.
If no motion is detected for 15 seconds, the unit will go into “Pre-Alarm” mode and give an audible “Pre-Alert”
signal. In “Pre-Alarm”, the green LED display is replaced by intermittent pulsing of four red L.E.D.s accompanied by
a sweeping “Pre- Alarm” audio signal which becomes progressively louder. The longer the unit is in “Pre Alarm”, the
louder the “Pre Alarm” signal becomes, signifying the unit is closer to the full “Alarm” mode. After lack of motion
lasting approximately 30 to 35 seconds, The unit will go into “ Full Alarm” mode. When in “Full Alarm”, the four red
LEDs pulse rapidly and the audible alarm increases in volume and varies in pitch.
The unit can also manually be put into full alarm mode by pressing the button on the front of the unit should the user
decide they need to activate the unit themselves in an emergency situation.
The full alarm can be reset by pressing the two side buttons however a configuration is available that requires the tally
key to be connected back on to the unit to allow alarm cancellation.
The unit also features an alarm that is activated on extended exposure to heat.
APPLICATIONS
The ATS ADSU is designed to give a warning via a loud audible alarm and flashing visual alarm if a user should stop
moving for a period of time.
TECHNICAL DATASHEET
MATERIALS
Pass/DSU case
Polycarbonate
Sounder
Piezo electric
Battery
9V Dry Cell
Buttons
TPE
Screws
Stainless
Gasket
Silicone/Neoprene
Mounting Cradle (optional)
Stainless steel
Motion detector
Solid state accelerometer
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Sounders
Brass Piezo electric sounders
Pre alarm – 84-102 Leq DBa
Full alarm – 102-112 Leq DBa
Heat Sensor alarm activation
176oC (350oF) – 6 minutes
149oC (300oF) – 8 minutes
121oC (250oF) – 10 minutes
93oC (200oF) – 12 minutes
Dimensions
51mm x 80mm x 38mm (WxHxD)
Weight – 210g
Battery life
70 hours in sensing mode
2-4 hours in alarm mode
Low battery alarm
20% capacity giving miniumum of 1 hour in alarm mode.
Battery
9 v duracell MN1604 recommended
Atex Approval
ExII1G EEx ia IIC T4
TECHNICAL DATASHEET
ATS TELEMETRY RADIO UNIT
DESCRIPTION
The Scott Safety ATS TRU is an Atex approved ADSU/man down alarm fitted wit a Radio Telemetry Module. Small and
compact, it can be attached to the wearers breathing apparatus or workwear and provides a loud audible and bright
visual alarm should the unit no longer sense any movement. The unit is activated by the wearer detaching a tally key
from the front of the unit and the unit can not be turned off until this key is put back in place.x
The unit will accept an infra-red input from the Scott Safety DPG and can transmit pressure information as well as
status alarms to an external monitoring device such as the Scott Safety TECB or PDU.
If no motion is detected for 15 seconds, the unit will go into “Pre-Alarm” mode and give an audible “Pre-Alert”
signal. In “Pre-Alarm”, the green LED display is replaced by intermittent pulsing of four red L.E.D.s accompanied by
a sweeping “Pre- Alarm” audio signal which becomes progressively louder. The longer the unit is in “Pre Alarm”, the
louder the “Pre Alarm” signal becomes, signifying the unit is closer to the full “Alarm” mode. After lack of motion
lasting approximately 30 to 35 seconds, The unit will go into “ Full Alarm” mode. When in “Full Alarm”, the four red
LEDs pulse rapidly and the audible alarm increases in volume and varies in pitch.
The unit can also manually be put into full alarm mode by pressing the button on the front of the unit should the user
decide they need to activate the unit themselves in an emergency situation.
The full alarm can be reset by pressing the two side buttons however a configuration is available that requires the tally
key to be connected back on to the unit to allow alarm cancellation.
The unit is capable of receiving an Evacuation alarm from the Scott Safety TECB or PDU and will indicate this to the
user via its sounder & LEDs. The user can acknowledge the signal with the units side buttons.
The unit also features an alarm that is activated on extended exposure to heat.
APPLICATIONS
The ATS ADSU is designed to give a warning via a loud audible alarm and flashing visual alarm if a user should stop
moving for a period of time.
TECHNICAL DATASHEET
MATERIALS
Pass/DSU case
Polycarbonate
Sounder
Piezo electric
Battery
Lithium Ion
Buttons
TPE
Screws
Stainless
Gasket
Silicone/Neoprene
Mounting Cradle (optional)
Stainless steel
Motion detector
Solid state accelerometer
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Sounders
Brass Piezo electric sounders
Pre alarm – 84-102 Leq DBa
Full alarm – 102-112 Leq DBa
Heat Sensor alarm activation
176oC (350oF) – 6 minutes
149oC (300oF) – 8 minutes
121oC (250oF) – 10 minutes
93oC (200oF) – 12 minutes
Dimensions
51mm x 80mm x 38mm (WxHxD)
Weight – 210g
Battery life
70 hours in sensing mode
2-4 hours in alarm mode
Low battery alarm
20% capacity giving miniumum of 1 hour in alarm mode.
Battery
Lithium Ion
Atex Approval
ExII1G EEx ia IIC T4
TECHNICAL DATASHEET
DPG - DIGITAL PRESSURE GAUGE
DESCRIPTION
The DPG unit incorporates an electronic gauge and whistle. It switches on automatically as soon as it
senses pressure in the pneumatic system of the BA set.
A colour TFT display will shows the pressure, time to whistle and a temperature indication. These are
all shown on the screen at the same time so the information is visible to the wearer at all times without
them having to scroll through to find the data they want. The display is permanently backlit without the
need to press a button.
The unit datalogs information which can be downloaded via a port on the back of the unit to a computer
using a software utility for after the event analysis
The user can also activate the pre-use check function which electronically checks for leaks from the set
and allows the electronic whistle to be checked. The result, pass or fail, of this test is datalogged for
future reference
The unit can be configured to the user’s requirements using the service centre software.
The unit can be supplied with an output for giving data to a telemetry enabled Pass unit for transmission
to the Entry Control Office and/or an output to drive a head up display module.
TECHNICAL DATASHEET
APPROVALS
CE marked in accordance with EN137:2006 Type II
AS1716
ATEX approved Eex iaIIC T4
MATERIALS
DPG
Case
Polycarbonate
Overboot
Rubber
Screen
TFT
Battery
Lithium Ion
Pressure sensor
Stainless steel
Button
TPE
O-rings
Silicone, Nitrile
U-clips
Stainless steel
Screws
Stainless steel
HP Air Hose
PTCFE liner, stainless steel braiding, Estane sleeve
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Sounders
DPG Alarm
90 Leq DBa
Hoses
Stainless steel swivel hose
fittings
High pressure hose
Maximum working pressure
450 bar
Minimum burst pressure
800 bar
Batteries
Rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries
TECHNICAL DATASHEET
ATS TELEMETRY ENTRY CONTROL BOARD
DESCRIPTION
The Scott Safety Telemetry Entry Control Board (TECB) is a electronic entry control systems based around the design
of a traditional style tally board. It will monitor up to 12 BA sets equipped with Scott Safety TRUs and if these are
connected to Digital pressure gauges will also should the user’s cylinder air pressure in real time.
The TECB uses bright coloured TFT screens which display all information on one screen without having to scroll
through to find out the information required. This information is also colour coded for “at a glance” recognition
The board has the capability to receive voluntary withdrawal, Panic and man down alarms and distinguish between
them, displaying a different warning symbol for each one giving the entry control officer enhanced situational
awareness should one of his wards have an issue. Upon alarm the TECB provides both an audible warning and a visual
indication against the user that has gone into alarm allowing a quick and direct response to come from the Entry
Control Officer (ECO)
The TECB also allows the ECO to evacuate his personnel either en mass or selectively and also to check if they have
responded to his evacuation command through a simple and instinctive system of red, amber and green LEDs.
The TECB is fitted with two independently removable batteries, each with their own indicator gauge, this ensures that
the batteries can be hot swapped as required ensuring that the tally board can be run indefinitely independently from
the mains. The batteries can be charged either on or off the board providing the user with unparalleled flexibility.
The TECB data logs incident events which can be downloaded when required via the units inbuilt USB connection.
The TECB can store up to 5900 events.
TECHNICAL DATASHEET
MATERIALS
Screens
TFT
Case
ABS
Gasket
Silicone
Corner Guard
TPE
Indicators
LED’s
Sounder
Piezo electric
Batteries
Lithium Ion
Tally’s
Acrylic
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Alarm
Brass Piezo electric sounder
Full alarm – 90db
Low battery alarm
20% capacity giving miniumum of 1 hour in alarm mode.
Battery
Twin removal Lithium Ion battery packs
Dimensions
Length: 850 mm
Width: 515 mm
Depth: 100 mm
Weight: 14.5 kg
BID SPECIFICATION
ALERT ATS - ADVANCED TELEMETRY SYSTEM
General Requirements
One (or more) electronic monitoring, recording and display device for use with Scott’s range of Self contained
breathing apparatus consisting of the following subassemblies
1.
DPG Unit
2.
Telemetry Distress signal unit/PASS Unit
3.
Micro-repeater
4.
Various Options of Base Station
The equipment (excluding base stations) must be intrinsically safe and approved to ATEX
1. Digital Pressure Gauge
The unit should incorporate an electronic gauge and whistle. It should switch on automatically as soon as it senses
pressure in the pneumatic system of the BA set.
The unit should have the capability to perform a self check. This self check should be activated by choice of the user.
A colour TFT display will show the pressure, time to whistle and temperature. These will all be shown on the screen at
the same time so the information is visible to the wearer at all times without them having to scroll through to find the
data they want. The display is permanently backlit without the press of a button.
The unit will datalog information which can be downloaded via a port on the back of the unit to a computer using a
user software utility for after the event analysis.
The unit can be configured to the user’s requirements using the service centre software.
The unit can be supplied with an output for giving data to a telemetry enabled DSU/Pass unit for transmission to the
Entry Control Officer and/or an output to drive a head up display module.
2. Distress Signal Unit/ PASS Unit
The Telemetry DSU/pass unit should be activated by removing a tally key. It shall have sounders and LEDS and utilise a
movement sensor. The unit shall use a rechargeable Lithium Ion battery.
Upon pre-alarm the unit shall be able to be cancelled by pressing a button on the unit as well as the user’s movement.
The unit shall be a standalone unit with can be attached to or detached from the SCBA set so it can be used on the
outside of a gas tight suit or when the SCBA set is not being worn.
It shall be fitted with an internal radio which transmits the status of the unit to a remote monitoring device and also is
able to receive information from this device. It should also be able to accept pressure information via an irDA link from
the DPG so that this information can be transmitted back to the remote monitoring device.
BID SPECIFICATION
3. Micro Repeater
The micro repeater should be the same size as the PASS/ADSU so it is small and compact and easily carried by the
fire-fighter. It should be easily activated by the removal of a tally key so it can be easily deployed when the user decides
it should be. The unit should be fitted with a loud sounder and LEDs as the PASS is so that after the incident it can
be evacuated and will sound and flash so that it can be easily located reducing the risk that it is lost. It should act as
a repeater extending the range that the wearer can travel from the remote monitoring units and still remain in radio
contact.
4. Remote Monitoring Unit
Option 1) The unit should be able to be clipped to the ECOs jacket, it should have an LCD screen and should alarm
when it receives a signal from a PASS unit what has been activated. This alarm should be audible, visual and tactile. It
should display the identity of the Pass unit on the LCD screen. The ECO should be able to send an evacuation signal to
all PASS’s active on the fire ground by the press of one button.
Option 2) The unit should be an electronic tally board with slots for 12 users. The ECO should have space to write
information onto the board if they desire. The board will have a colour screen for each user, an extra colour screen
to indicate alarms from users who are not logged onto the board and another independently powered screen which
displays a real time clock and the unit’s battery status.
The unit should be fitted with a sounder that activates when an alarm is received to alert the ECOs attention to it, the
colour screen will also display an alarm symbol and flash the LED's of the user acknowledgement button so that the
ECO can immediately see which of his wearers are in alarm status.
The individual wearer screens should be colour and show the users cylinder pressure, time to whistle, time of whistle
elapsed time and alarm status. They should also show whether the user is in range or not. This information should be
visible on one screen and the ECO should not have to scroll through or press any buttons to view the information.
The Screens should be permanently backlit to ensure high visibility even during night time operations.
There should be a single button that enables the ECO to evacuate the whole board and individual buttons that allow the
ECO to selectively evacuate wearers. These buttons will have indications of whether the electronics have acknowledged
the ECOs evacuation signal and then whether the user has acknowledged the evacuation signal. This should be
displayed by colour LEDs following a simple instinctive pattern.
The unit shall be powered by two independent rechargeable batteries which allow the unit to operate for an indefinite
length of time, it shall also be possible to run the unit from an external power supply as well. The ECO should be
provided with separate battery indicators for both of these rechargeable batteries.
The unit should provide a data logging function so that incident data can be downloaded after the event if required.
Option 3) The command system should be a software based control system that can operate on a windows based
PC. It should have an external receiving device that can be connected to the PC via a USB port. The system shall be
capable of monitoring 50 pass units and displaying pressure information, time to whistle, time of whistle (if used in
conjunction with DPG) and elapsed time. It should inform the ECO if any of the pass units go into alarm automatically
or are manually activated by the user. The system should be able to distinguish between these types of alarm activation.
The ECO should be able to use the board to evacuate each user selectively or all users logged on at the press of a
button. The software will inform the ECO when the electronics have received the signals and then when the users
have acknowledged the signals. The command unit should also be able to monitor the simple entry control systems
(described in Option 1) and also send them messages by text if required.
The unit should provide a data logging function so that incident data can be downloaded to a computer for after the
event analysis if required. Base station should be able to be used independently or in conjunction with the users existing
tally boards.
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
ALERT ATS - ADVANCED TELEMETRY SYSTEM
QUESTION
What is the Alert ATS system?
ANSWER
The Alert ATS is a modular electronic monitoring
system, that logs and displays various parameters
and give alarms to the wearer. With the radio
telemetry functionally this information can
also be transmitted outside to an entry control
officer to enable them to have a situational
awareness of their fire-fighters condition. The
system consists of a digital pressure gauge and
a Telemetry Distress Signal unit that can be
used independently or in conjunction with each
other to give an extra range of features.
QUESTION
What does ATS stand for?
ANSWER
ATS stands for Advanced Telemetry System.
QUESTION
What is Telemetry?
ANSWER
Telemetry is the technology of automatic
measurement and transmission of data by (in this
case) radio from remote sources.
QUESTION
Does the radio in the ATS carry voice
transmissions as well?
ANSWER
No the radio only carries the telemetry data
for the ATS system, it does not replace the fire
fighters existing radios
QUESTION
Can the ATS be used with or retro-fitted to any
Scott Breathing Apparatus?
ANSWER
The ATS’s Digital Pressure Gauge (DPG) can
replace the standard Pressure Gauge and hose
assembly used by Scott Breathing Apparatus
including; Propak, Contour, Centurion, Cenpaq and
ACS, although it is envisaged that it will be used
in conjunction with Propak or ACS by most users.
The PASS unit can be used as a standalone unit on
any Scott Breathing Apparatus.
QUESTION
If the PASS unit is purchased as a standalone unit
can it be used on other manufacturers Breathing
Apparatus?
ANSWER
Yes, although the PASS unit would only function
as a telemetry system for the motion detecting
alarms, it would not be able to take a pressure
reading from these sets.
QUESTION
If the PASS unit is purchased as a standalone
unit can it be used on other types of Respiratory
Protective Equipment (RPE)?
ANSWER
Yes, although the PASS unit would only function as
a telemetry system for the motion detecting and
evacuation alarms. It could be used in conjunction
with a PAPR system during a CBRN incident or
a negative pressure mask during damping down
operations.
QUESTION
Can the ATS system be purchased with or without
Telemetry?
ANSWER
Yes, the user can purchase the modules separately
allowing them to build up the system gradually if
they require and to tailor the feature set to their
needs.
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
QUESTION
If I purchase the ATS system without telemetry can
I upgrade my system at a later date?
ANSWER
Yes, the telemetry module is built into the TRU
and is added when this module is added into the
system. The TRU can be added at any time
QUESTION
Is the Digital Pressure Gauge (DPG) unit easy to
read in low light conditions?
ANSWER
Yes the TFT colour screen is permanently backlit so
is clearly visible in the dark without the user having
to press any buttons.
QUESTION
What radio frequency does the Telemetry operate
on?
ANSWER
The telemetry will operate on different frequencies
depending upon the area that the unit will be
used in, for example the current UK frequency and
European frequency is in the 869.5 band. We also
have other frequencies assigned for Australia and
New Zealand.
QUESTION
How long do the batteries last?
ANSWER
The batteries are rechargeable lithium ion
batteries, battery life will depend on individual
usage. However the TRU battery will typically give
80 hours of sensing and 4-6 hours of alarm.
QUESTION
How many users can log into the base station and
be monitored?
ANSWER
With the optional tally board; slots for 12 active
users can be managed. Options are available to
manage in excess of 50 units from the base station
using the Scott Command PC based system.
QUESTION
Is the ATS system Intrinsically Safe?
ANSWER
The Digital Pressure Gauge (DPG) and the
TRU unit have the latest ATEX approvals
and so are classified as intrinsically safe.
QUESTION
How loud is the alarm on the DSU/TRU unit?
ANSWER
The alarm is between 102
and 112 decibels in volume.
QUESTION
Is the system flame/fire proof?
ANSWER
Compenents which attach to the BA set have
undergone and passed the same flame testing
as the breathing apparatus set and are approved
to EN137:2006 Type 2. This flame test is a total
engulfment at 1000 oC’s for 10 seconds.
QUESTION
Is the system serviceable by the user?
ANSWER
Any servicing of the electronic elements of
the system requires the unit to be returned
to the manufacturer for servicing. This is to
ensure that the ATEX approval is maintained.
QUESTION
What is the range of the TRU unit?
ANSWER
The range of the unit in “free air” is up to
1 mile. This range can be decreased if the
users are working in buildings containing
lots of steel or reinforced concrete.
QUESTION
Do the individual PASS units act as repeaters?
ANSWER
Each PASS can act as repeater unit upon
activation of the evacuation alarm. This may
enable a PASS unit that is out of range of the
EC System to receive the evacuation alarm from
another PASS unit rather than the EC system.
This obviously increases the safety of the wearer
should the building need to be evacuated
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
QUESTION
Are separate repeaters available?
ANSWER
Yes, micro repeaters can be supplied that can be
deployed by the fire-fighters should they feel that
they may go out of range of the Entry Control
point
QUESTION
Are there any measures to stop the repeaters
getting lost?
ANSWER
Yes, micro repeaters can be evacuated by the ECO
after the incident. Upon receiving the evacuation
signal their inbuilt LEDs and sounder will activate
allowing the users to track them down easily.
QUESTION
How many events can the TECB record?
ANSWER
The TECB stores event data in an event log and
this will store up to 5900 events.
The DPG has a similar storage capacity and stores
2500 events consisting of each command, plus
internal parameters recorded once every minute.
The data is stored as an endless log with the
newest overwriting the oldest once the event log
is full.
QUESTION
For how long can the Tally Board operate on
batteries?
ANSWER
Because of the tally board’s unique design
using two independently changeable
rechargeable batteries the tally board
can be kept running indefinitely.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
ALERT ATS - ADVANCED TELEMETRY SYSTEM
FEATURE
BENEFIT
Modular System
Allows users to buiold up system in line with their requirements and
budget
3 Different Entry Control
Systems
Allows users to select the product for their procedures
Simple and intuitive to operate
Makes user training quick and efficient
Intuitive display
Makes user interpretation of data easy
High contrast colour screen
Easily visible in dark or smoke filled rooms
Allows users to easily visualise product parameters
Simple, optional pre-use check
Enables users to easily pre-use set
Enables pre use check to be done at users convenience
Competitive datalogging
Alows after event analysis of incident if required
All information provided on
one screen
User does not have to scroll through screens to find required
information
Rechargeable battery
Reduces expense of purchasing & disposing of dry cell batteries
Can be added to existing sets
Allows customers to easily upgrade their current fleet of sets.
Components on BA Set ATEX
approved
System is suitable for use in hazardous environments
Dual Battery system on TECB
Batteries can be "hot swapped" allowing infinite running time of TECB
TECB Fast Start Up
Allows Incident Management to start immediately
Evacuation
Acknowledgements
Allow Entry Control Officer to understand of all personell have
received evacuation call
Display of non logged on user
Allows ECO to pick up personnel that may have missed the Entry
Control Point
Different symbols for man
down and panic alarms
Allows the Entry Control Office to accurately asses the situation
Full Board Evacuation
Allows the Entro Control Officer to withdraw all personell from the
incident with a single button press
Selective Evacuation
Allows the Entry Control Officer to withdraw personell from a specific
area if required
Manual TECB functionality
Allows Entry Control Officer to use board as a Standard Tallyboard
should any issues arise with the electronics or batteries.
LET’S KEEP OUR FIRST
RESPONDERS SAFE
ACCU RAT E . R E L I A B L E . T E C H N O LO GY.
Th e S cott Safety A le rt ATS syste m is a t ru e mod u l a r te l e m e tr y syste m ,
g i v i n g Fir st Res ponders t h e abilit y to mon itor t he statu s o f th e i r ow n
B re at h i n g Apparatus and En t ry Con t rol office rs to e f fe c ti ve l y m a n a g e th e i r
E n t r y Con trol procedures.
T O L E A R N M O R E V I S I T : S C OT T S A F E T Y.C O M / E M E A
LET’S WORK.
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