Freedom
User Guide V1.02
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1. Introduction
The
Freedom
wandering prevention and emergency alert solution
is making use of state-of-the-
art positioning technologies and is the
world’s most sophisticated indoor/outdoor, GPS/GSM/RF
locating and alerting solution, specifically designed for challenged persons and their caregivers.
Freedom
GPS/GSM/RF locator watch has been designed exclusively to address the adults at-
risk market, whether this is a health related issue or employment related.
The
Freedom
GPS/GSM/RF locator allows a higher degree of safe independence for those
prone to wandering
(Autism & Dement
ia / Alzheimer’s)
while giving caregiver’s / parent’s greater
peace of mind.
Freedom
is innovative and fundamentally different to other products available in the market.
The
Freedom
watch is a lockable device, securely fastened and worn on the at-risk in
dividual’s
wrist. Its unique design features ensure that the caregiver
’s / parent’s locate the at-risk
individual, not the technology.
Wearing
Freedom
, loved ones can live alone and enjoy their independence while you can enjoy
peace of mind.
Freedom
is not only a useful watch; it allows you to set virtual boundaries. If
crossed,
Freedom
sets off an alarm and turns into a personal locator using Google Maps that
works with your mobile phone or computer from anywhere in the world. There is also a panic
button, which can instantly notify you if something is wrong! Or you can just check in, from time-
to-time, for peace of mind.
Freedom
, just in case.
Please note that
Freedom
should not be regard as a substitute for care and
supervision of persons prone to wandering or are medically infirm.
2. Product Design and Functionality Summary
“Why wait for the wander”
As far as the wearer is concerned
Freedom
is a digital watch. It is affixed to the wrist as a
normal wrist watch but has a secure locking feature which can only be removed by using the
special release tool provided. This ensures that
Freedom
is always with your loved ones.
Freedom
is using both RF and GSM technology to communicate position data.
Whilst the
Freedom
watch is within RF range of the Portable RF Receiver, kept by the
caregiver, the watch is in proximity. The RF range is configurable on the Portable RF Receiver.
Indoor ranges, typically
– Low: 10 - 20m; Medium: 20 - 30m; High: 40 - 50m
Outdoor ranges, typically
– Low: 20 - 30m; Medium: 40 - 50m; High: 80 - 100m
(The Indoor and Outdoor Ranges are just an indication and may vary because of obstructions
like buildings; landscapes; etc.)
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