Can an OLAS transmitter leave the vessel without triggering an alarm?
Yes, but the OLAS system will either need to be in Pause or the individual tag will need to be in a paused state. To pause tracking of individual OLAS transmitters the OLAS app should be used. To pause the whole OLAS system either the OLAS app or the N2K hub can be used.
When the OLAS system is paused, if an OLAS tag leaves the vessel and does not return can the OLAS system re-start tracking?
It is not possible for OLAS to restart tracking until all OLAS transmitters are back in range. If you try to restart tracking a triple beep indication will occur from the hub. If the OLAS transmitter will not return the OLAS system needs to be restarted. Previously tracked tags will be tracked transmitters will be automatically tracked again when they are brought back within 3 meters of the Core, Guardian, or N2K.
What should I do when an OLAS transmitter has set off the alarm and then been recovered back to the vessel?
Bring the OLAS transmitter back within 1 meter of the Core or Guardian hub. If the Core, Guardian, or N2k hub is still alarming press the button once to pause the alarm and then press the button again to restart tracking.
After the tag has been brought back within 1 meter tracking will automatically restart after 1 minute if it has not already been restarted.
How can I check to see how many OLAS transmitters are being tracked?
Press the switch on the hub once, it will then indicate the number of tracked OLAS transmitters with a sound and a light signal.
Alternatively, the OLAS mobile app will display any OLAS transmitters within range.
The alarm is not triggered when I put the OLAS transmitter into a bucket of water?
The OLAS transmitter needs to be submerged by up to 4 inches in open water. If submerged in a bucket the wireless signal can transmit out of the side and bottom of the bucket.
If I switch the OLAS tag off will this trigger the alarm?
Yes, switching the OLAS tag off is the same as disconnecting the OLAS tag by falling overboard or submerging it in open water. We recommend testing the OLAS system regularly.
The OLAS T2 can be set-up to either activate the alarm when switched off or to switch off silently. The alert function can be adjusted in the OLAS mobile app.
What measures can I take to ensure optimal performance of the OLAS technology when using the Mobile App:
- Do not connect other Bluetooth devices whilst using the OLAS app
- Ensure the OLAS app is at least 1 meter from other RF transmitting devices
- Select ‘Always’ for location access in your App settings
- Allow notifications
- Only 6 OLAS tags should be ON within range of the OLAS app (if tracking without the Core/Guardian/N2K)
- Avoid carbon, metal or water as this will block the OLAS data
- Always check connections prior to setting off
What is the minimum phone requirement?
iPhone 5 onwards / 3rd generation iPad onwards / Android 4.4+ / Bluetooth LE (The Bluetooth chip in some Android devices can vary, always check compatibility after purchase and return if not suitable).