A fully monitored mobile personal alarm system designed to be used out in the community anywhere there is mobile phone coverage. The unit can only be used in conjunction with the MePACS Home Alarm (PR21684). Features include one button activation, two way communication with built in speakers and microphone, and GPS locator, accurate to within a 10m radius outside. Optional daily wellbeing call facility is available.
General Details
Extra product information
How does it work?
You’ll still need to wear the home pendant at all times and when you leave the house, you must take the mobile alarm. If assistance is required you must press the help button and the emergency response centre will contact you within 2 minutes. They will then call a nominated contact or the emergency services, and keep in contact with you until help arrives.
The mobile alarm has a clip to attach it to clothing or it can be carried in a pocket.
Operates through the Telstra mobile network.
Charging:
The mobile unit does need to be charged, it comes with a charging cradle and has approximately 12-15 hours battery life when fully charged
Daily wellbeing call:
This feature requires user to press the daily call button on the alarm unit between 6am and 11am each day. If not pressed MePACS will contact user to see if okay and put emergency plan into action if required.
Additional Specifications
Caution: Emergency Call Systems - '000'
It is important to be aware that 000 calls from automated devices (such as emergency call systems) cannot be guaranteed a response from the emergency services if they are unable to validate the condition, address and required response. It is therefore not recommended to program 000 into a non-monitored emergency call system (or autodialling system).
Caution: Emergency Call Systems - NBN
The planned National Broadband Network (NBN), if built as proposed, will replace the existing fixed-line copper telecommunications network. Telephone based emergency call systems supplied by companies who are members of Personal Emergency Response Services Australia (PERSA) are expected to work correctly when connected to the NBN. Please be aware that battery back-up time on the NBN will only work for a few hours during a power failure. Please ensure that your NBN customer equipment is set-up correctly to work with your emergency call system and that the Retail Service Provider (RSP) that you have selected to provide your broadband can support that set-up. If the NBN is rolling-out in your area, call your emergency call system supplier before you sign any contract for the NBN service so they can assist you to select an RSP that is likely to support the continued operation of your emergency call system over the NBN.
Manufacturer/Country
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Warranty
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Websites
- Medical Alert Register NBN Link - https://www.nbnco.com.au/residential/learn/device-compatibility/medical-alarms
- MePACS - personal alarms - https://mepacs.com.au/products/view/24-7-personal-alarms-home-and-mobile-1
Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.
Models / Specifications
Model MePACS Mobile Alarm: Monitored emergency call system for community use
- Depth Overall 20 mm
- Width Overall 40 mm
- Height Overall 65 mm
- Weight Overall 58 g
Features
Contact listed suppliers to confirm features, options and models available.
Alarm
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Emergency call system type:
- monitored
Testing Procedure
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Emergency Call System daily test call:
- optional
Set Up or Installation
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Installation:
- pre-programmed
- Wifi
Receiver Unit
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Receiver unit features:
- long life battery
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Receiver unit:
- wireless / 3G
Transmitter
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Transmitter features:
- long life battery
- two way hands free communication
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Transmitter activation:
- recessed press button
Suppliers (1)
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All Suppliers
Mt Eliza Personal Assistance Call Service (MePACS) (Frankston)
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 385.0 (Installation/set-up cost + $51.00/month (monitoring fee) + $6.00/month for daily wellbeing call 4/7/18) | unknown | unknown | On shelf |
VIC Suppliers
Mt Eliza Personal Assistance Call Service (MePACS) (Frankston)
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 385.0 (Installation/set-up cost + $51.00/month (monitoring fee) + $6.00/month for daily wellbeing call 4/7/18) | unknown | unknown | On shelf |
Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing, and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards see http://www.ilcaustralia.org.au/Using_Assistive_Technology/standards_regulation
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