Padget Worldwide Specifications

Technical Specifications for Wireless Keypad Model CRS5200

The Padgett (Worldwide) is a small, sleek, and robust frequency hopping spread spectrum system. Because it operates in the unlicensed 2.4GHz band, it’s available for sale or for rent in the US (FCC certified), Canada (IC certified), and Europe (CE certified) as well as many other international regions/countries.

This popular device allows for 10 separate answer options, and its three programmable soft keys provide audience members the ability to alert presenters to questions or comments. The Worldwide’s easy-to-read display confirms a response has been received.

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Technical Specifications

User Identification

• Each keypad has a RF device identity (“address”) between 1-250 plus a channel identity between either 1-15 (standard version; stocked item) or 1-72 (custom arena version; special order; special terms and pricing apply.)
  • Addresses are user programmable.
• Each keypad also has a unique device serial number.
  • Serial numbers are permanent and set during manufacturing.
• Both the address and serial number may be transmitted with each keypad’s response.

Enclosure

• Compact case. Rugged ABS plastic construction accommodates 2 keyboard designs:
  • Elastomeric (rubber buttons), Stocked Item, Order CRS5200-E.
  • Tactile (membrane keys), Special Order item, Order CRS5200-M.
• Dimensions: 6 in x 2.5 in x 1 in (152.4 mm x 63.5 mm x 25.4 mm.)
• Weight: 5 oz (148 grams) with batteries installed.
• Color: Black. (Other colors available. Cost premium, minimum order quantity, and special terms apply.)

User Input

• 15 keys. Ten numeric keys for entering multiple choice responses. Three “soft” keys available for special use. “Asterisk” and “Clear” keys provide extra functions.
• Entries can be “speed scored” to 0.05 second (50 millisecond) resolution to identify group response sequence (“fastest finger”) during competitive events.
• Soft key functions vary according to keypad design:
  • CRS5200-E: Low / medium / high values are indicated in the display.
  • CRS5200-M: Same as CRS5200-E but can also support custom key designs (i.e., yes / no / abs.)

Display

• Seven segment LED is easy to read in all lighting conditions.
• Display shows numbers (1-9, 0) and soft key symbols (1-3 bars in stock configuration.)
• Display shows user key press plus confirms when the Base Station accepts the keypad’s input.

RF Technology

• Two-way RF keypad uses eligible license-free / license-exempt frequencies to communicate key presses to the Base Station and receive from the Base Station control information and acknowledgments of successful entries.
• Employs Fleetwood-engineered 2.4 GHz frequency hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) transceivers.
• FHSS offers excellent range, immunity to interference, and security.
• Patented and proprietary radio protocol.
  • Creates a secure communications network between keypads and their associated Base Station.
  • User entries are acknowledged when received by the Base Station. This message acknowledgment is just one of the many patented features of Padgett systems.
  • Permits Padgett systems to operate reliably in the presence of other RF devices (WLANs, PDAs, phones, etc.)
  • Integrated error checking discriminates system signals from all other RF traffic to ensure data accuracy and enhance security.
• Depending on version, 15-72 channel identities are available to provide installation flexibility and support up to 3,750-18,000 keypads per room.
• Internal antenna is protected by the keypad enclosure.

Range

• Spread spectrum technology is designed to operate in an indoor area 450 x 450 feet (150 meters x 150 meters.)
• A room’s geometry, radio propagation characteristics, and proximity to RF interferers will influence actual range experienced. Elevating the Base Station often results in a performance advantage.

Capacity

• 250 keypads per Base Station channel identity.
  • Stock configuration: Default. 15 identities available for 3,750 keypads per room / site.
  • Arena configuration: Non-stock, special terms and pricing apply. Up to 72 identities for 18,000 users per venue.

Speed

• Adjusted by Base Station.
  • Default setting is 100 keypads per second. Polling rates are adjustable and can achieve split second speed in smaller groups (<50.)
  • Time stamping identifies each keypad’s input sequence in group’s response.

Power and Power Management

Power

• Powered by two standard AA batteries (not included.)
• Keypad powers down after each response to conserve battery life.
• Battery life is ~100,000 responses or battery shelf life, whichever comes first.
• Low battery indicated on display. Also, keypad can transmit a low battery warning to Base Station.

Security

• A proprietary response verification protocol integral to the radio design provides a high degree of signal security.
• Frequency hopping and proprietary data communications are additional deterrents to clandestine interception.

Scalability

• Firmware resides in high performance microprocessor chips that can be reprogrammed to facilitate easy upgrade during the life of the product.
• Adding keypads to an existing system requires them to be set to unused addresses. No change is required on the Base Station when adding keypads of the same channel identity.

Compliance and Patents

• FCC, IC, CE certified. Call for details regarding these and other regulatory certifications.
• U.S. Patent Nos. Re. 35,449; 5,724,357; 6,021,119; 6,665,000. European Patent No. EP 0 697 773. Other U.S. and foreign patents and patents pending.

Warranty

• 2 YEAR (limited warranty, factory parts and labor.) Call for details.

System Configuration

A basic Padgett Worldwide system consists of…

• One Padgett Worldwide Wireless Keypad per participant.
• One Padgett Worldwide Base Station per 250 keypads of the same radio channel in a room, and
• One copy of value-added application software.

Optional accessories (purchased separately) include Base Station carrycases and keypad carrycases. Training, on-site technical support, and similar “for fee” services are also extra.

Additional System Components & Accessories

Base Station Model CRS940

• A compact and programmable interface to your PC.
  • Operated by value-added software** (priced separately.)
• Dimensions: 6.5 in x 2.25 in x 5 in (165.1 mm x 57.15 mm x 127 mm.)
• Unit Weight: 8 oz (237 grams) add 5 oz (148 grams) for cable.
• Capacity: 250 keypads per channel identity.
  • Stock version: 15 identities allows 3,750 pads per room.
  • Arena version: Special terms and pricing apply. Up to 72 identities allows up to 18,000 pads per room.
• Speed: Base Station polling cycles are adjustable to optimize speed to group size. For example, a group of 50 keypads can be polled every one-half second, whereas a group of 3,750 can be polled in parallel every 2.5 seconds.
• Connections: Attaches to operator’s PC by USB connection. (cable included.) Creates a virtual com port on the PC.
• Power Source: USB. Current draw 50 mA.
• Does not include accessories such as software* and carrycases. These additional items are priced separately.

Handheld Base Station Model WRS960X

• A completely portable Base Station that communicates with CRS5200 keypads without a PC or software.
  • Poll anywhere power, PCs, or displays are not available.
• Dimensions: 6 in x 2.5 in x 1 in (152.4 mm x 63.5 mm x 269.24 mm.)
• Unit Weight: 5 oz (148 grams) with batteries installed.
• Capacity: 50 keypads per channel identity.
• Speed: 0.5 second collection time for a group of 50 keypads.
• Connections: USB for flash drives that load questionnaires and store polling session results.
• Power Source: 3 AAA cell alkaline batteries (not included.)
• See Padgett Solo specifications for more details.

Modular Carrycases

Several Models Available

• Wide variety available, ranging from compact ballistic nylon bags to ruggedized shipping cases with perimeter clasps.
• Keypads and Base Stations purchased separately.
• Refer to Accessories Price Sheet for additional details.

Application Software

• ** CRS940 Base Station requires application software to manage keypad data collection and analyze responses.
• Multiple titles are available to conduct surveys, delegate voting, group decision making, market research, classroom learning, and other advanced applications.
• Contact your reseller for specifications and pricing of this value added software.

All specifications and suggested resale prices are subject to change without notice.