Agrippa Deaf Alert Home Pillow Alarm
Agrippa Deaf Alert has been developed specifically for deaf and hard of hearing adults and children who may not be able to hear a conventional smoke alarm while sleeping. The system listens for the supplied smoke alarm and automatically provides alternative tactile and visual warning methods when the alarm is recognised.
When the smoke alarm sounds, the high-intensity LEDs on the Deaf Alert flash, the LCD screen displays the word FIRE and the vibration pad positioned under the user's pillow vibrates. These combined warning methods are intended to wake the user and make the fire alarm condition clearly noticeable.
The unit is compact and portable and also includes an alarm clock function. It is mains powered with a backup battery supply, providing continued operation if the normal mains supply is unavailable.
A smoke alarm is supplied as standard with the product. According to the original product information, Agrippa Deaf Alert forms part of Geofire's Agrippa range, which uses listening and learning technology for fire safety applications.
Vibrating Pillow Pad
A vibration pad is positioned beneath the user's pillow to provide a strong tactile warning when a fire alarm condition is detected.
High-Intensity LED Warning
Flashing LEDs provide a visual alarm indication to complement the vibration warning.
LCD Fire Indication
The LCD display shows the word FIRE when the system recognises the supplied smoke alarm.
Listening Technology
The unit listens for the sound of the supplied smoke alarm and activates its visual and vibrating warning functions when the alarm is recognised.
Key Features
- Digital vibrating pillow alarm for deaf and hard of hearing users.
- Designed by Geofire.
- Suitable for adults and children.
- Uses listening technology to detect the supplied smoke alarm.
- Vibrating pillow pad provides tactile fire warning.
- High-intensity LED lights provide visual warning.
- LCD screen displays the word “FIRE” during a fire alarm condition.
- LED display includes time and alarm clock functions.
- Compact and portable design.
- Easy to install and set up.
- Mains powered with backup battery supply.
- Visual indication of signal strength.
- Visual indication of battery level.
- Smoke alarm supplied as standard.
- Designed and manufactured in the UK.
How Agrippa Deaf Alert Works
The Agrippa Deaf Alert is designed to monitor the sound of the supplied smoke alarm. When that alarm sounds while the user is sleeping, the Deaf Alert responds by activating multiple warning methods rather than relying only on an audible signal.
1. Smoke Alarm Sounds
The supplied smoke alarm operates and produces its audible fire warning.
2. Deaf Alert Listens
The Agrippa Deaf Alert uses its listening technology to detect the sound of the smoke alarm.
3. Visual Warning Activates
High-intensity LEDs flash and the LCD display shows the word “FIRE”.
4. Pillow Pad Vibrates
The vibration pad beneath the pillow activates to provide a strong tactile warning to the sleeping user.
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Vibrating Pillow Pad
The vibration pad is placed underneath the user's pillow. If the supplied smoke alarm sounds and the Deaf Alert recognises the alarm signal, the pad vibrates to help wake the sleeping user.
The original product information specifically identifies the vibration pad as suitable for alerting deaf or hard of hearing users as well as children, heavy sleepers and people taking medication.
Visual Fire Warning
Agrippa Deaf Alert combines the vibration pad with a visual alarm indication. High-intensity LEDs flash when the smoke alarm is detected, providing a visible warning in the room.
At the same time, the LCD display shows the word FIRE. This provides a clear indication that the activation relates to a fire alarm rather than the normal alarm clock function.
Alarm Clock Function
In addition to its fire warning function, the Agrippa Deaf Alert includes an LED time display and alarm clock feature. This allows the product to remain useful as a bedside device during normal daily use.
Dual Power Supply
The Deaf Alert is mains powered and includes a backup battery supply. The original product information describes this as a fail-safe dual power arrangement.
The technical specification lists 4 × AA alkaline cells and an approximate battery duration of 12 months.
Signal Strength and Battery Level Display
The unit provides visual information for signal strength and battery level. These indications help the user check the basic operating condition of the device.
Smoke Alarm Included
A smoke alarm is supplied as standard with the Agrippa Deaf Alert. The Deaf Alert uses its listening technology to recognise the sound of this alarm and activate the vibration and visual warning functions.
Typical Users
Deaf Users
Provides vibration and visual fire warning for users who may not hear a conventional smoke alarm.
Hard of Hearing Users
Supplements audible smoke alarm warning with tactile and visual indications.
Children
The source product information also lists children among the users who may benefit from the vibrating pillow pad.
Heavy Sleepers
The vibration pad may provide an additional method of waking users who do not easily respond to an audible alarm.
People on Medication
The original product page identifies people taking medication as another group that may benefit from the vibrating warning.
Home Use
Agrippa Deaf Alert is specifically described as a home pillow alarm for fire warning while the user is sleeping.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Agrippa Deaf Alert Home Pillow Alarm |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Geofire |
| Product Range | Agrippa |
| Model No. | 3-80-0047 |
| Description | Agrippa Deaf Alert Home Pillow Alarm |
| Product Type | Digital vibrating pillow fire alarm |
| Dimensions | L120 mm × W120 mm × D90 mm |
| Weight | 380 g |
| Battery Type | 4 × AA alkaline cells |
| Battery Voltage | 6.4 V – 0.1 A |
| Mains Voltage | 240 V ~ 0.1 A, 9 V – 0.1 A |
| Sound | 70 dB – 75 dB, 1.2 – 3.0 kHz |
| Standard Finish | White |
| Approximate Battery Duration | 12 months |
| Fire Warning | Vibrating pillow pad, high-intensity flashing LEDs and LCD “FIRE” indication |
| Alarm Clock | Yes |
| Smoke Alarm | Supplied as standard |
| Power Arrangement | Mains powered with backup battery supply |
| Country of Design / Manufacture | United Kingdom |
Simple Installation and Setup
The source product page describes the Agrippa Deaf Alert as easy to install and set up. Its compact, portable format allows it to be positioned as a bedside warning device, with the vibrating pad placed underneath the user's pillow.
Once installed and powered, the system listens for the supplied smoke alarm and provides the alternative warning methods automatically when the alarm is recognised.
Agrippa Listening Technology
Agrippa Deaf Alert forms part of the Agrippa range of fire safety products. The original product description explains that Agrippa products use listening and learning technology associated with recognising the sound of a fire alarm.
In the Deaf Alert application, this listening function enables the unit to respond to the supplied smoke alarm and activate its pillow vibration, flashing LEDs and LCD fire message.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agrippa Deaf Alert?
Agrippa Deaf Alert is a digital vibrating pillow alarm designed by Geofire to alert deaf and hard of hearing people in the event of a fire while they are sleeping.
How does Agrippa Deaf Alert detect a fire alarm?
The system uses listening technology to recognise the sound of the supplied smoke alarm.
How does the system wake the user?
When the smoke alarm is recognised, the pillow pad vibrates, high-intensity LEDs flash and the LCD display shows the word “FIRE”.
Is the vibration pad placed under the pillow?
Yes. The original product information states that the vibrating pad is placed underneath the user's pillow.
Is a smoke alarm supplied with the product?
Yes. A smoke alarm is supplied as standard.
Does Agrippa Deaf Alert have an alarm clock?
Yes. The product includes an LED display with time and alarm clock functionality.
Does the device have battery backup?
Yes. The product is mains powered with a backup battery supply. The technical specification lists four AA alkaline cells.
How long is the approximate battery duration?
The original technical specification lists an approximate battery duration of 12 months.
What are the dimensions of Agrippa Deaf Alert?
The unit measures 120 mm long × 120 mm wide × 90 mm deep.
What is the product model number?
The model number listed on the original product page is 3-80-0047.
