Operation Guide TED (GPS)

Updated 3 years ago by Jennifer

Overview

The EP2plus TED System utilizes the fundamental Child Check reminder principle of our EP1plus. This system can be connected to a third party GPS service provider which can transmit real-time alerts such as Child check not done and System tamper alert. Below you will find key operational features, additional support information and the schematic to assist with your operation and/or installation.

Key Software Features

Activation

• The system will activate manually by the use of 8-way overhead red light OR another 12V source

Deactivation

• The system will deactivate in the key ON position.

Time to Perform the Child Check

• The driver will have 2 minutes to perform the child check.

Horn

• If the child check is not performed the horn will sound for 5 minutes.

Dome Lights

• The dome lights will illuminate during the child check.
• The dome lights will illuminate for 2 minutes after the system has been deactivated.

Accessory Time

• The driver can sit with the key in the accessory position for 4 minutes and can extend that time by cycling the key.

GPS

• The GPS capability is enabled and can connect to third-party GPS providers.

Ignition ON

When the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position an ♪ Ignition tone ♪ is heard indicating the system is ready for operation.

Activation

The EP2plus TED GPS activates manually with the use of the overhead lights are applied. Activation will be confirmed with 'auto activation tone'

Deactivation

1. Position the ignition Key to 'OFF.' 
2. Turn the key back to 'ON' position within 1 to 8 seconds.
   1.   You will hear the child check tone.
3. Walk to the rear of the vehicle and conduct a thorough inspection of your vehicle.
   1. The driver has 2 minutes to perform the child check.
4. Depress the rear deactivation button and hold for 3 seconds.
   1. You will hear the deactivation tone"

Dome (Interior) Lights

• Dome lights will illuminate during the Child Check
• Dome lights will remain on for 2 minutes after deactivation

Horn Will Sound...

• When the system is not deactivated within 2 minutes of ignition 'ON' 
• When the accessory feature times out (4 minutes). 
• When the road crossing feature times out (10 minutes).

Silencing the Alarm

These steps do not deactivate the system.  This will cancel the alarm and reset the EP2plus back into the activated state.

1. Turn Ignition ‘OFF’ for 2 seconds.
2. Turn Ignition back to ‘ON'.

Road Crossing Feature

This feature allows a driver to turn the vehicle off and remove the key from the ignition for a maximum period of 10 minutes without deactivating the system.

1. Activate 8-way overhead lights (or other 12V activation source).
2. Remove the key from the ignition and perform escort duties.
3. Insert the key back into the ignition and turn to the 'ON' position.
4. Deactivate 8-way overhead lights and continue on your route.

GPS I/O Connections

1. Child Check Not Done: If the child check is not completed and the horn sounds on the vehicle the system will send a ground signal to the third-party device to then trigger an alert (eg. text or email) to the appropriate personnel.
2. Tamperproof: If the child check system is unplugged child check sends a signal to the third-party device to then trigger an alert (eg. text or email) to the appropriate personnel.

Accessory Feature 

The accessory feature was designed to accommodate loading and unloading when the engine is not permitted to be running. Positioning the ignition key to 'accessory' will provide the driver 4 minutes for unloading or offloading passengers without having to deactivate the system. This can be extended by cycling the key to the ‘OFF’ position and back to 'accessory' position. This process can be repeated as needed.

Installation and Part Information

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