Frequently Asked Questions > Alert Beacons (15 entries)
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Alert Beacons are integrated siren, flashing strobe, message display devices, which are usually wall-mounted throughout large facilities to notify thousands of staff, students, and visitors of a threat or crisis.
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Reliable Localized information where/when needed Warns deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals Instantaneous (can complement personal cellular/SMS which may have limited carrier throughput capacity ...
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The best practice in emergency mass notification is multi-modal dissemination. Alertus draws comparisons to other methods because institutions may have to be selective in the face of scarce resources. ...
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ADA Guidance The ADA Guide on Making Community Emergency Preparedness and Response Programs Accessible to People with Disabilities is available for download in the Resources section of our ...
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How are Alert Beacons activated? Alert Beacons may be activated with Alertus Activation Software or using third party software packages which utilize Alertus's open Application Programming Interface (API). ...
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After an alert is inputted into the activation software, how is the data relayed to the Alert Beacons? There are four methods of communication: ...
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What are the server system requirements? 2.0Ghz processor (min), 2.6Ghz Dual Core or better (recommended) 1GB of RAM (min) ...
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Can automated alerts be dispatched, for example from the National Weather Service? Yes
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What are the basic Alert Beacon specifications? Large backlit LCD [4 lines x 20 characters] viewable from 10-15 feet away 32 high ...
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How are Alert Beacons powered? Every Alert Beacons is equipped with three power options: Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), a 24VAC input connector for hardwiring, and a DC input connector for ...
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How long is the internal battery backup? The internal battery backup typically lasts up to 18 hours on standby. Alert Beacons are programmed with a power-saving mode that ...
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How are Alert Beacons mounted? Alert Beacons may be wall mounted or a tabletop stand is available. Wall mount brackets are available as flush mount or surface mount ...
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How are Alert Beacons secured to walls to prevent theft? Alert Beacons securely lock-in to the wall with the supplied mount bracket. There is a quick release socket ...
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Where are Alert Beacons produced? Alert Beacons are assembled at production facilities in California and were designed at Alertus Technologies's headquarters in Maryland.
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What peripheral devices connect to Alert Beacons? Alert Beacons are equipped with an RS232 serial connector and relay connectors to control other safety appliances. The RS232 output can ...
