These are some of the alarm devices which may be considered as an alternative to monitored alarm systems when needing to alert someone (such as neighbours, relatives or friends) in an emergency.
Callguard is a 24 hour emergency call system designed for the aged care sector. Using a microprocessor base that provides a resident database for simple information, the system has integrated talk back facilities, priority call, power fail protection, printer facility and staff paging.
A flush - in - wall call push button station manufactured from high impact plastic. Operates through a transformer to activate buzzer and/or light or annunciator.
Technical Solutions Hospital Call Interface is a general purpose adaptor that allows a range of light pressure switches to be used with older style hospital and nursing home call systems. The interface simulates the action of traditional mechanical nurse call switches. It provides a way for a person with extremely limited movement (one switch function) to operate an ECU (Environment Control Unit) or computer, and still have access to a call system with the one switch.
The Nurse Call Interface is an adaptor that provides a way for a person with extremely limited movement (one switch function) to operate an ECU (Environment Control Unit) or computer, and still have access to a call system with the one switch. It is is designed to work with newer call systems in hospitals and nursing homes.
This Pager consists of a wireless pendant which, when pressed, alerts a receiver alarm unit carried by an attendant. It has a range of up to 30 metres.
The radio Linked Call Buzzer features a receiver plugged into a power supply, and a transmitter used to attract the attention of a carer in another part of the house. When the button on the transmitter is pressed, or a switch plugged into the side of the transmitter is pressed, the buzzer sounds on the receiver. Accessible to switch users.
This is a self contained emergency call system which consists of a lightweight pendant and a small alarm unit. The pendant is pressed when help is required causing the alarm unit to emit a high pitched sound alerting the carer. This alarm continues until turned off by a carer.
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