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iBOS
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Pro 6 Series Installation Manual
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4. Pre-Installation
These are items that should be done before installation begins.
4.1 Check data connection availability
You can save a lot of time on installation day if you make sure that everything is ready ahead of time for
the data connection. In general the customer does not have to supply much for you to be able to do the job.
The most complicated thing the customer must supply is a way to connect the Control Box to the internet.
There are two ways the Control Box contacts the website:
Network connection
– The Control Box is able to be plugged into a standard computer network jack
(Ethernet RJ45) and can reach the internet through the customer’s computer network. This
generally requires coordination with the customer’s IT department. Usually the IT department will
have to configure the company firewall to allow communication from the Control Box to get to the
website. If the customer is interested in this refer their IT department to Appendix E in this manual.
Cellular Modem
– BOS-133 – This unit will upload data to iBOSworld.com through the local cellular
tower. The standard modem uses Verizon Wireless Service to upload iBOS
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event data. You can
verify a good signal is available using any Verizon based phone. If no signal is available in the
battery room an outside antenna can be installed to get a signal. If you have no Verizon coverage
in the location, but have AT&T you’ll need to make a special order and we can set that up. Global
coverage is by Vodafone and is also available. Note: Additional charges for cellular service are
required.
4.2 Check power availability
The customer must supply 120 VAC/240 VAC for the Control Box and the display(s). Sometimes the
system is installed using extension cords and the facility electricians come by later and install new A/C
outlets after the locations of the Control Box and displays have been locked in.
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Component Power Requirements
Voltage
Amperage
Control Box
100vAC / 240vAC 1.3A
Wireless Display
100vAC / 240vAC 1.3A
External Shouter
n/a
Scrolling Display
100vAC / 240vAC 1.8A
Cellular Modem
100vAC / 240vAC 0.6A
Layout Planning Restrictions to Consider:
Cord (audio cable) length included is
50’ (15.2 m) long to Shouter. This can be replaced
with a longer length of standard audio cable.
Extension cords can be used and surge protectors are highly recommended for Scrolling
Displays