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To exit Range Mode, simply press and release the red Cancel Button on the side
of your VRI400. Your VRI400 will also go back to normal operation if a proper signal is
not received from a learned Personal Help Button within 60 seconds of the last received
signal.
Reception of small radio signals is sometimes degraded due to
atmospheric conditions and radio frequency interference. Electronic devices such
as clock radios, televisions, microwaves, etc. can cause radio frequency
interference as well as the motors in some appliances.
Metal objects, mirrors, aluminum siding and other construction
techniques can also prevent the signal from reaching the antenna inside your
VRI400. In such cases, there may be small areas from which your VRI400 may
not respond to your Personal Help Button. It may be helpful to relocate your
VRI400 or move the object that is preventing the signal from being received.
9.4.3 Monitoring a Test Call
The speaker in your VRI400 can allow you to listen to a Test Call to the
Response Center if desired. This is helpful if you are having difficulties and are
troubleshooting your installation.
To place your VRI400 in Monitor Mode, press and release the Test/Learn
Button. Your VRI400 will beep once. Press and release the Test/Learn Button one more
time. You will hear two more beeps. Your VRI400 is now in Monitor Mode. When
your VRI400 is activated you will be able to hear dialtone, dialing and data
communications between your VRI400 and the Response Center. After the message is
completed, your Care Assistant will talk to you through your VRI400. After the Test
Call your VRI400 returns to normal mode of operation. To monitor your Test Call, your
VRI400 must be activated within 60 seconds after being placed in Monitor Mode.
10.0 Internal Backup Battery
Your VRI400 is equipped with an internal rechargeable battery. The battery provides power to
your VRI400 for up to 80 hours if AC power is lost. The battery condition is constantly monitored while
the battery powers your VRI400. If the battery condition drops to a warning level, a “Low Battery”
message is sent to the Response Center. If the battery condition d rops to a critical level, your VRI400
sends a “Dead Battery” indication to the Response Center. After a “Dead Battery” message is sent to the
Response Center, your VRI400 automatically turns off to prevent battery damage or telephone line
interference. Once AC power is restored, your VRI400 automatically begins charging the battery.
11.0 AC Power Monitoring (Optional)
Your VRI400 can send messages to the Response Center if the AC power to your VRI400 is lost
and again when it is restored. Contact your Service Provider for additional information.
12.0 Status Lights
The Status lights located on the front of your VRI400 continually show its operational status. Any
red light implies that something may be wrong.
Your Service Provider should replace the internal battery every 3 to 5 years.
