SafAlert Client
SECTION II. Features & Specifications
1. Features & Benefits
SafAlert makes use of the computer sound card and software DSP (Digital Signal Processing) techniques to listen for specific audio tones, such as a fire dispatch single or two-tone paging sequence followed by voice instructions. These dispatch signals, commonly referred to as "alarms", "alerts" or "tone-outs" are typically used to alert fire and EMS personnel via 2-way radio. SafAlert users are alerted by audio/visual signals on the computer, as well as email [MMS] and text message [SMS].
Key Features & Benefits:
- Reliable backup to pagers
- Unattended operation
- Cell phone can function as a pager
- Audio/visual alarm on computer
- Notifications automatically sent to email and cell phones
Additional Features:
- No special hardware required other than a PC and radio receiver (2-way radio or scanner)
- VU meter for easy setup
- Audio recording
- Single or 2-tone trigger
- Direct or indirect CAD connection
For detailed operating instructions, proceed to Using SafAlert section.
2. Specifications
NOTE: These specifications apply only to the SafAlert Client software. Hardware specifications will vary between different computers and sound devices.
Decoder Frequency Response : | 270Hz ~ 4 KHz |
Input Sampling Rate : | 11.025 KHz, 16-bits |
Tone Decoder Accuracy : |
± 2.7 Hz max. error, assuming calibrated sound device |
Compatible tone signaling formats : | Single-tone and 2-tone (1+1), including:
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Min. detectable tone duration : | approx. 500 mS |
Min. tone trigger time : | 4 Sec. (Single-tone), 500mS (2-tone) |
Audio Recording Format : | Vorbis Ogg, mono, 16-bits, 8Khz sampling rate |
Audio recording time : | 25 - 180 Seconds, adjustable |
Disclaimer:
Actual performance may vary between different computers and sound cards. The author makes no warranties or guarantees of performance or suitability for any particular purpose, and assumes no liability whatsoever for the use or misuse of any software products. This product is not intended for use as a primary means of notification. The author cannot guarantee timely message delivery and has no control over the Internet, third-party mail servers, or carrier networks.