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Guardian Radar Installation Guide

Step-by-step instructions to install and configure your Guardian Radar sensor for optimal fall detection.

10 min

Setup Time

Coverage Radius

24/7

Monitoring

Watch: Radar Installation Tutorial

5-minute video walkthrough

Installation Steps

Follow these steps to install your Guardian Radar correctly

Choose the Right Location

Select the optimal position for your Guardian Radar

Instructions

Place in the room where monitoring is needed
Ensure clear line of sight to the area
Avoid positioning behind furniture or obstacles
Consider the coverage area (5-meter radius)

Pro Tips

Best for bedrooms, living rooms, or bathrooms
Mount on wall or place on stable shelf
Keep away from heat sources

Determine Mounting Height

Position the radar at the correct height for optimal detection

Instructions

Recommended height: 1.5m to 2m (5-6.5 feet)
Higher placement = wider coverage area
Lower placement = more detailed detection
Ensure radar is level and stable

Pro Tips

Eye level is typically ideal
Use included mounting bracket for walls
Shelf placement works well too

Power Up the Device

Connect your Guardian Radar to power

Instructions

Use the included power adapter (5V/2A)
Plug into a nearby power outlet
Ensure cable is safely routed
LED indicator will light up blue

Pro Tips

Keep power cable organized
Use surge protector if available
Backup battery option available separately

Connect to WiFi Network

Link the radar to your home or facility network

Instructions

LED will flash blue when ready to connect
Open the Guardian mobile app
Follow in-app WiFi setup wizard
Enter your WiFi password when prompted

Pro Tips

Ensure 2.4GHz WiFi is available (not 5GHz only)
Keep WiFi password handy
Strong signal recommended for best performance

Configure Detection Settings

Customize sensitivity and detection parameters

Instructions

Adjust sensitivity based on room size
Set detection zones if needed
Configure fall detection threshold
Test detection with walk-through

Pro Tips

Start with default settings
Adjust based on test results
Different settings for different rooms

Test & Verify

Ensure everything is working correctly

Instructions

Perform walk test in the room
Check LED status indicators
Verify app shows "Connected"
Test fall detection if safe to do so

Pro Tips

Check coverage area thoroughly
Verify alerts reach mobile app
Document any blind spots

Understanding LED Indicators

The LED light on your Guardian Radar shows its current status

Blue (Solid)

Normal operation

Blue (Flashing)

WiFi pairing mode

Green (Pulse)

Fall detected

Red (Flashing)

Error or connection issue

Common Installation Issues

Quick solutions to problems you might encounter

Radar won't power on: Check power adapter connection and try different outlet

Can't connect to WiFi: Ensure 2.4GHz network is available and password is correct

Poor detection accuracy: Adjust mounting height and sensitivity settings

Additional Resources

More help and documentation for your Guardian Radar

Download PDF Manual Watch Video Tutorials Troubleshooting Guide