Xtag solutions provide advanced electronic protection for post natal infants.

Fully Supervised

The Xtag system is a fully supervised solution which monitors every "active" tag issued to an infant within the designated area once every 1.4 seconds. The software can be set to provide an alert condition should a tag not be seen within a user definable preset time (typically 40 seconds), this feature significantly increases the security of the system over other "passive" solutions.

Continuous Battery Monitoring

The Xtag baby tag tests its own battery reporting its condition every 1.4 seconds, this information is shown on the computer monitor is a simple format giving four levels ranging from "good" to "Aged" to "Critical" and finally "tag lost". The aged indicator shows the battery is 50% used, the critical signal shows the battery is 80% used allowing
re ordering of tags with maximum efficiency. The Xtag baby tag sleeps when not in use maximising battery use and ensuring maximum cost effectiveness.

Confidence Is Built In

The Xtag system is designed to virtually eliminate false alarms by utilizing state of the art digital alarm receivers located near exits which have an adjustable detection area which defines an "alarm Portal". The range of detection can be adjusted to allow normal day to day operations within the "safe area". The system's design filters out interference from other electronic and radio frequency equipment. This eliminates false alarms caused by external equipment within the obstetrics department.

Distributed Intelligence

A feature of the Xtag system is the way in which all tags (immediately following issue) are held within non volatile memory in each digital receiver "distributed intelligence" this feature allows important security features such as exit door lockdown, nurse call equipment and other security systems to continue to operate even with the computer off line or following a failure of the network. This feature increases the security and reliability of the solution allowing it to continue operating in extreme conditions which would render many systems inoperative.

Tamper Proof Ankle Strap

The Xtag system uses a custom designed strap to attach the tag to the infant. Conductive materials manufactured into the strap allow the tag to detect if the strap is cut, should this occur a signal is sent to our receiver network which is processed as an alarm, the name of the infant, the tag number and it location are all displayed.

Infant Identification by RFID

Every tag identifies itself using a unique number, this enables the Xtag system to identify each infant, displaying them by name for ease in administration of the Xtag System.

Tailgate Exits

Tailgating is a term used to describe a situation where an attempt is made to remove an infant from the "safe area" by following an authorised person through an exit, as every tag has a unique number it is a requirement that infants are "signed out" individually, should a second unauthorised infant be detected (even during a legitimate exit procedure) a full alarm condition occurs preventing "tailgate exits"

Infant Friendly

The Xtag system uses a state of the art digital miniature tag specially designed to fit the ankle of a new born infant, the tag is secured with a strap which incorporates conductive materials allowing the tag to continuously monitor for any attempt to cut the strap.The tag is re useable and lasts typically 2 years (at 60% duty cycle) on its high power built in battery, it can be cold sterilized between issue and is hypoallergenic, it has no moving parts or sharp edges making it both comfortable and practical.The strap is designed to be disposable for maximum cleanliness, it is hypoallergenic, contains no latex or other known irritant materials.
The material chosen is supplied by DuPont and is tested for continuous contact with human skin, it is soft to the touch ensuring maximum comfort for infants during use.

LAN/WAN Compatible

The Xtag solution is available as a server client solution allowing it to operate on multiple PC's simultaneously over LAN or WAN network solutions.A feature of the system is the ability to set different levels of access for users allowing administrators access to functions not available during the every day use of the system.

Time and Date Event Logging

The Xtag custom written software incorporated a log of all events occurring during the day to day operation of the system, these event logs are stamped with the time and date and the operator name, along with the incident, name and tag ID of the infant involved.Should a serious incident occur, the log can be reviewed to ascertain the sequence of events occurring prior to, during and following the occurrence.An administrator can review a full history to obtain a clear picture of the events in the order in which they occurred, this allows full analyses of the event and can be invaluable.Should the incident be minor, or a mistake simple re training of the member of staff concerned can be quickly and efficiently achieved eliminating future incidents.This log can be archived or backed up at any time by an administrator, however in practice this will only be required during scheduled maintenance visits.

Hospital Equipment Continues Unaffected

All parts of the Xtag solution are tested to fully comply with RTT&E directives and do not interfere with any equipment used within the hospital, this includes personal electronic equipment, mobile medical equipment and fixed medical systems.

Microsoft® Windows® Based

The Xtag solution utilises Microsoft® Windows® operating systems making it very flexible and simple to use, existing IT departments will welcome the use of industry standard interfaces, networks and file types making the system easy to configure.
Compatible with Windows® XP

Xtag Baby Solutions are configured to provide alarms in the following situations:

• The system has not received a signal from a tag for greater than the pre set time interval.
• A tag strap has been cut or removed.
• An infant wearing a tag is detected in an unauthorised location.
• The tag battery fails or is about to fail.
• An attempt to Tailgate through an exit occurs
• Someone tries to exit through a protected doorway with an infant without authorisation.
  
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