blackline safety G7 Detection and Measurement Systems User Guide

: June 12, 2024
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Table of Contents

blackline safety G7 Detection and Measurement Systems
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
HARDWARE DETAILS
WHAT IS G7 BRIDGE?
READING THE LCD SCREEN
BRIDGE SET-UP
POWER ON AND OFF
NOTIFICATIONS
CONNECTION CONDITIONS
CHARGING
LEARN MORE
CUSTOMER CARE
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blackline safety G7 Detection and Measurement Systems

Product Information

The G7 Bridge is a portable cellular and satellite base station that keeps G7x or Loner 900 monitoring devices connected to the Blackline Safety Network, regardless of location. It allows for easy monitoring of safety in even the most remote areas. The G7 Bridge communicates with personal safety monitoring devices using a 900MHz radio link and transmits information to the Blackline Safety Network using a 3G cellular or satellite network.

The G7 Bridge features an LCD screen that displays battery level, the number of connected personal monitoring devices, satellite and cellular network connection strength, and the current communication network. It also has up, down, and OK buttons for navigation and a power button for turning the device on and off.

The G7 Bridge can send and receive messages and initiate a Team Alert muster if necessary.

Key Features:

Portable cellular and satellite base station
900MHz radio link for communication with personal monitoring devices
3G cellular or satellite network for transmitting information to the Blackline Safety Network
LCD screen for displaying important information
Up, down, and OK buttons for navigation
Capable of sending and receiving messages and initiating Team Alert muster

Product Usage Instructions

Power On:
- Hold down the power button on both the G7 Bridge and safety monitoring devices.
- Wait for the green Sure Safe lights on both devices to turn solid, indicating they are connected to the Blackline Safety Network.
Power Off:
- Hold down the power button on the G7 Bridge for three seconds.
- If connected to a satellite network, ensure the Bridge has an unobstructed view of the sky for successful log off.
Connection Status:
- Blinking Green Sure Safe Light: G7 Bridge is connecting to the Blackline Safety Network and safety is not yet monitored.
- Solid Green Sure Safe Light: G7 Bridge is connected to the Blackline Safety Network and safety is being monitored.
Placement:
- Place the G7 Bridge at higher elevations to maximize communication with connected devices.
- Ideal locations include the top of a vehicle or a high open location on-site.
Device Pairing:
- G7 Bridge can pair with up to five devices at a time, including G7x and Loner 900.
Range:
- The radio link between G7 Bridge and connected monitoring devices is stable for up to 2km.
- Obstructions such as foliage, mountains, or buildings can shorten this range.
Charging:
- Remove the sealing plug from the charging port.
- Insert the micro USB cable into the charging port.
- A blinking red light indicates that G7 Bridge is charging.
- A solid red light indicates that the bridge is fully charged.
- Replace the sealing plug when removing the USB cable.
For more information and support, visit support.blacklinesafety.com for access to technical user guides, video training tutorials, datasheets, certifications, and accessory products.

HARDWARE DETAILS

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WHAT IS G7 BRIDGE?

G7 Bridge keeps G7x or Loner 900 monitoring devices connected to the Blackline Safety Network no matter where you go.
This portable cellular and satellite base station is easy to use and allows your safety to be monitored in even the most remote locations.

How does G7 Bridge work?
G7 Bridge communicates with your personal safety monitoring device using a 900MHz radio link. It then transmits information to the Blackline Safety Network using a 3G cellular or satellite network, depending on what is available.

READING THE LCD SCREEN

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NOTE: G7 Bridge is capable of sending and receiving messages and starting a Team Alert muster if necessary. See the technical user manual for more information.

BRIDGE SET-UP

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G7 Bridge comes ready to use out of the box.
To use G7 Bridge, simply place it out in the open with a clear view of the sky and press the power button to turn on. Once the blinking SureSafe® light is solid, Bridge is connected to the Blackline Safety Network. To connect devices to G7 Bridge, turn them on and wait for their SureSafe lights to turn solid.
Once all devices are connected, you are ready to go.

POWER ON AND OFF

Power on
Turn on both G7 Bridge and safety monitoring devices by holding down the power button. When the green SureSafe lights on both devices turn solid, they are connected to the Blackline Safety Network and your safety is being monitored.

Power off
Turn off all connected devices before turning off G7 Bridge – doing otherwise can result in missed check-ins on your devices.
Power down G7 Bridge by holding down the power button for three seconds. If connected to a satellite network, ensure Bridge has an unobstructed view of the sky so that it can successfully log off.

NOTIFICATIONS

When G7 Bridge has something to tell you it uses color, sound and screen messages.

ARE YOU CONNECTED?

G7 Bridge lets you know your connection status.

Blinking
A blinking green SureSafe light indicates G7 Bridge is connecting to the Blackline Safety Network and your safety is not yet monitored.

Solid
A solid green SureSafe light indicates you are connected to the Blackline Safety Network, and your safety is being monitored.

CONNECTION CONDITIONS

Where should I put G7 Bridge?
In order to connect to and disconnect from the Blackline Safety Network, G7 Bridge needs a clear view of the sky – especially in areas without cell coverage.
Additionally, placing it at higher elevations maximizes Bridge’s communication with connected devices. Ideal locations for G7 Bridge include the top of a vehicle or a high open location on-site.

CONNECTION CONDITIONS

How many devices connect to G7 Bridge?
G7 Bridge can pair with up to five devices at a time, including G7x and Loner 900.

How far can I go?
The radio link between G7 Bridge and connected monitoring devices is stable for up to 2km. However, obstructions such as foliage, mountains or buildings can shorten this range.

CHARGING

How do I charge G7 bridge?
Remove the sealing plug from the charging port and insert the micro USB cable. A blinking red light indicates that G7 Bridge is charging, and a solid red light lets you know that the bridge is fully charged. Replace the sealing plug when you remove the USB cable.
G7 Bridge takes up to 10 hours to charge, and will provide up to 44 hours of continuous use at room temperature.