First Alert Home Security System FA1220CV User Manual

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USER'S  
GUIDE  
FA1220CV  
2-Partition Security System  
N7003-1V2 7/98  
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW  
General  
Congratulations on your ownership of a First Alert Professional Partitioned Security System.  
You've made a wise decision in choosing it, for it represents the latest in security protection  
technology today. This system offers you three forms of protection: burglary, fire and  
emergency. To realize the system's full potential, it is important that you feel comfortable in  
operating it.  
Your system consists of at least one Keypad which provides full control and display of system  
operation, various sensors which provide perimeter and interior burglary protection, plus  
strategically placed smoke or combustion detectors designed to provide early warning in case  
of fire.  
The system uses microcomputer technology to monitor system status and initiate alarms for all  
protection zones. Your system may also have been programmed to automatically transmit  
alarm or status messages over the phone lines to a central alarm monitoring station.  
A Partitioned  
System  
A partitioned system shares one physical alarm system among different users, each with their  
own requirements. For the most part, you as a user need not know about other users of the  
system, but from time to time, you may see display messages which indicate the system is in  
use by another user. Do not be concerned, this is normal. Refer to the ACCESSING OTHER  
PARTITIONS section for additional information.  
Zones  
Your system's sensing devices have been assigned to various "zones." For example, the  
sensing device on your Entry/Exit door may have been assigned to zone 01, sensing devices  
on windows in the master bedroom to zone 02, and so on. These numbers will appear on the  
display, along with an alpha descriptor for that zone (if programmed and using analpha  
keypad), when an alarm or trouble condition occurs.  
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW  
Burglary Protection  
The burglary protection portion of your system must be turned on or "armed" before it will sense  
burglary alarm conditions. When the system is armed, faulting one or more protection zones  
causes an alarm to sound and can allow the central station to listen-in to activity at the  
premises (if your system is so equipped).  
Your system provides four modes of burglary protection: STAY, AWAY, INSTANT and  
MAXIMUM, and allows you to BYPASS selected zones of protection while leaving the rest of  
the system armed. The system also provides a CHIME mode, for alerting users to the opening  
and closing of doors and windows while the system is disarmed. The following table lists the  
different arming modes and the results of each.  
Arming  
Mode  
Features For Each Arming Mode  
Exit Delay  
Yes  
Entry Delay  
Perimeter Armed  
Interior Armed  
AWAY  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
STAY  
Yes  
INSTANT  
MAXIMUM  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Fire Protection  
The fire protection portion of your security system (if used) is always on and sounds an alarm if  
a fire condition is detected, and allows the central station to listen-in to activity at the premises  
(if your system is so equipped). Refer to the FIRE ALARM SYSTEM section for important  
information concerning fire protection, smoke detectors and planning emergency exit routes  
from your house.  
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW  
When an alarm occurs, both the keypad and external sounders will sound, and the keypad  
displays the zone(s) causing the alarm. If your system is connected to a central monitoring  
station, an alarm message is sent. To stop the alarm sounding, simply disarm the system.  
Alarms  
Emergency (Panic)  
Alarms & Duress  
Code  
Your system can provide special emergency key functions, programmed by your installer and  
referred to as panic keys. These keys allow you to manually send silent or audible alarms, or  
sound fire alarms. Your system may also include one or more wireless pushbutton panic  
transmitters. Refer to the PANIC KEYS section later in this manual for more information about  
panic alarms.  
A special duress code may also have been programmed. You can use this code in place of  
your usual security code to arm or disarm the system while under threat. The system acts  
normally, but sends a silent alarm message to the central station, alerting them to your  
situation. Refer to the SECURITY CODES & AUTHORITY LEVELS section for more  
information about the duress code.  
Memory of Alarm  
When an alarm condition occurs, the keypad displays the number(s) of the zone(s) that caused  
the alarm, and displays the type of alarm (ex. FIRE, ALARM). It remains displayed until it is  
cleared by disarming the system (see DISARMING THE SYSTEM section later in this manual).  
Speed Key  
(Macros)  
The system can store a string of up to 16 keystrokes, which you can activate anytime by  
pressing the D key. This feature can make it easy to perform a complicated procedure (such as  
going to another partition to bypass a zone), or it can simplify an everyday, repeated procedure.  
Refer to the SPEED KEY section for procedures.  
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW  
Phone Access &  
Voice Response  
Capability  
Your system may include a phone module that permits you to access the system via a  
TouchTone phone, either on-premises or by call-in when away. The phone access feature  
enables you to hear synthesized voice messages over the telephone regarding the status of the  
security system, and allows you to arm and disarm the system and perform most commands via  
the telephone just as you would from the keypad, with voice confirmation provided after each  
command entry. Complete information regarding the use of this feature is provided separately  
with the phone module.  
Access Door  
Control  
Your system may be set up such that a locked access door (such as in a lobby) can be  
unlocked using a keypad command. Ask your installer if you have this feature.  
To unlock the door: Enter your security code and press  
0
. The door unlocks for 2  
seconds.  
Self-Help Feature  
Abbreviated user's instructions are built into the system and can be easily viewed on the alpha  
keypad's display screen. This feature can prove particularly useful if this manual is not  
conveniently accessible when you need to perform a system procedure with which you are not  
familiar.  
To view the abbreviated instructions: Simply press and hold down the function key of  
interest until the description starts to appear (about 5 seconds) and then release it. Refer to the  
FUNCTIONS OF THE KEYPAD section for descriptions of each key function.  
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ABOUT THE KEYPADS  
General  
Your keypads allow you to control all system functions. The keypads feature a telephone style  
(digital) keypad and a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) which shows the nature and location of all  
occurrences. Keypad display backlighting is programmable to always stay on or to light only  
when a key is pressed, then turn off within a minute.  
IMPORTANT: If the  
keypad beeps rapidly  
upon entering the  
premises, it indicates  
that an alarm has  
occurred during your  
absence. LEAVE  
IMMEDIATELY and  
CONTACT THE POLICE  
from a nearby safe  
location.  
The keypads also feature a built-in sounder which will sound during alarms and troubles. It will  
also "beep" during certain system functions, such as during entry/exit delay times, during  
CHIME mode, and when pressing keys to arm and disarm the system (to acknowledge the key  
press). These sounds can be optionally suppressed in some of your keypads (so as not to  
disturb other users of the system). Ask your installer if this has been done.  
There are two types of keypads – an alpha keypad, and a fixed-word keypad.  
The Alpha Keypad Alpha keypads feature a 2-line, 32 character alphanumeric Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) which  
can display system messages in friendly English. Abbreviated user's instructions can also be  
displayed (see Self Help paragraph in the SYSTEM OVERVIEW section). These keypads can  
also be programmed with custom zone descriptors, and feature a flip-down cover which can be  
removed, if desired.  
The Fixed-Word  
Keypad  
Fixed-Word keypads are functionally identical to alpha keypads, but the LCD display uses pre-  
designated words to identify nature and location of occurrences.  
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ABOUT THE KEYPADS  
Fixed-Word Keypad Displays  
AWAY: All burglary zones, interior & perimeter, are armed.  
NO AC  
AWAY  
STAY: Perimeter burglary zones, such as windows & doors, are  
BYPASS  
00  
NOT READY  
armed. Interior zones are bypassed.  
STAY CHIME BAT  
ALARM  
FIRE  
FIRE CHECK INSTANT  
INSTANT: Perimeter burglary zones are armed and entry delay is  
turned off. Interior zones are bypassed.  
MAXIMUM: All burglary zones, interior & perimeter, are armed, and entry delay is turned off.  
BYPASS: One or more burglary protection zones have been bypassed.  
NOT READY: Appears when burglary portion of the system is not ready for arming (due to open protection zones).  
READY: The burglary system is ready to be armed.  
NO AC: Appears when AC power has been cut off. System is operating on backup battery power.  
AC: Appears when AC power is present.  
CHIME: Appears when the CHIME feature is activated.  
BAT: Low battery condition in a wireless sensor (if ID number displayed) or low system battery (if no ID  
number displayed).  
ALARM: Appears when an intrusion has been detected and the system is armed (also appears during a fire  
alarm or audible emergency alarm). Accompanied by the protection zone ID in alarm.  
CHECK: Appears when a malfunction is discovered in the system at any time or if a fault is detected in a FIRE  
zone at any time or in a DAY/NIGHT burglary zone during a disarmed period. Accompanied by a  
display of zone number in trouble. This also appears if the cover of certain wireless transmitters are  
removed.  
FIRE: Appears when a fire alarm is present. Accompanied by a display of the zone in alarm.  
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ABOUT THE KEYPADS  
Keypads With Flip-Down Key Covers Are Shown With Cover Removed  
NO AC  
BYPASS NOT READY  
CHIME BAT  
INSTANT  
AWAY  
First Alert ®  
**** DISARMED ****  
ALARM  
FIRE  
STAY  
READY TO ARM  
CHECK  
AWAY  
STAY  
INSTANT  
BYPASS  
NOT READY  
NO AC  
CHIME  
BAT  
ARMED  
ALARM  
CHECK  
FIRE  
READY  
A
C
A
C
B
D
B
D
ARMED  
READY  
ARMED  
READY  
OFF  
1
AWAY  
2
STAY  
3
OFF  
1
AWAY  
2
STAY  
3
OFF  
1
AWAY  
2
STAY  
3
Professional  
MAXIMUM TEST BYPASS  
4
6
5
TEST  
5
BYPASS  
6
MAXIMUM  
4
MAXIMUM TEST  
BYPASS  
6
INSTANT CODE CHIME  
4
5
9
7
8
CODE  
8
CHIME  
9
INSTANT  
7
CHIME  
9
CODE  
8
INSTANT  
7
READY  
0
#
READY  
READY  
*
First Alert  
First Alert  
PANIC  
0
#
0
#
*
*
Professional  
Professional  
FA210KPFIXED-WORDKEYPAD
FA250KP FIXED-WORD KEYPAD  
FA550KP ALPHA KEYPAD  
(STYLE A DISPLAY)  
(STYLE B DISPLAY)  
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FUNCTIONS OF THE KEYPAD  
1. ALPHA DISPLAY WINDOW: A 2-line, 32-character Liquid  
7.  
CHIME KEY: Turns CHIME mode on & off. When on,  
Crystal Display (LCD). Displays protection point  
identification and system status, messages, and user  
instructions.  
any entry through a protected delay or perimeter zone  
while the system is disarmed will cause a tone to sound at  
the Keypad(s).  
2.  
3.  
OFF KEY: Disarms the burglary portion of the system,  
8.  
#
KEY: Permits ARMING of the system without use  
silences alarms and audible trouble indicators, and clears  
visual alarm trouble after the problem has been corrected.  
of a security code ("Quick Arm", if programmed).  
9. KEYS 0–9: Used to enter individual security access  
AWAY KEY: Completely arms both perimeter and  
code(s).  
interior burglary protection for backup protection by  
sensing an intruder's movements through protected  
interior areas as well as guarding protected doors,  
windows, etc. Late arrivals can enter through an entry  
delay zone without causing an alarm if the system is  
disarmed before the entry delay time expires.  
10. CODE KEY: Allows the entry of additional user codes  
that can be given to other users of the system.  
11. READY KEY: When depressed prior to arming the  
system, the keypad will display all open protection zones  
within the keypad's home partition. This key is also used to  
display all zone descriptors that have been programmed  
for your system, by holding the key down for at least 5  
seconds.  
4.  
STAY KEY: Arms the perimeter burglary protection,  
guarding protected doors, windows and other perimeter  
protection points, and sounds an alarm if one is opened.  
Interior protection is not armed, which allows movement  
within your house without causing an alarm. Late arrivals  
can enter through an entry delay zone without causing an  
alarm if the system is disarmed before the entry delay time  
expires.  
12. INSTANT KEY: Arms in manner similar to STAY mode,  
but turns off the entry delay period, offering greater  
security while inside and not expecting any late arrivals.  
An alarm will occur immediately upon opening any  
perimeter protection point, including entry delay zones.  
5.  
6.  
TEST KEY: Tests the system and alarm sounder if  
disarmed.  
13. MAXIMUM KEY: Arms in manner similar to AWAY  
mode, but eliminates the entry delay period, thus providing  
maximum protection. An alarm will occur immediately upon  
opening any protection point, including entry delay zones.  
BYPASS KEY: Temporarily removes individual protec-  
tion zones from being monitored by the system. Displays  
previously bypassed protection zones.  
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14. POWER/READY INDICATOR: (GREEN) On some  
keypads, this lights when primary power is on. If off,  
system is operating on its backup battery power. CALL  
YOUR INSTALLER IMMEDIATELY. On other types of  
keypads, lit indicates system is ready to be armed, while  
unlit indicates system not ready.  
17. A-B-C PANIC KEYS: Refer to the PANIC KEYS section  
for descriptions of these keys.  
18. SPEED KEY [D]: The "D" key can be used to activate a  
pre-programmed string of up 16 keystrokes, known as a  
macro. Refer to the SPEED KEY section for procedures  
on using this key.  
15. ARMED INDICATOR: (RED) Lit when the system has  
been armed (STAY, AWAY, INSTANT or MAXIMUM).  
16. INTERNAL SOUNDER: Source of audible internal  
warning and confirmation sounds, as well as alarms (see  
"Summary of Audible Notifications").  
1
19  
NOTE:  
17  
18  
4
Unless stated otherwise, most procedures in this  
manual apply to all keypad types and styles.  
15  
14  
A
C
B
D
ARMED  
READY  
2
IMPORTANT!:  
STAY  
OFF  
AWAY  
When using the keypad to enter codes and  
commands, sequential key depressions must be  
made within 3 seconds of one another. If 3  
seconds elapses without a key depression, the  
entry is aborted and must be repeated from its  
beginning.  
5
1
2
3
TEST  
5
BYPASS  
MAXIMUM  
4
13  
16  
6
6
7
CODE  
8
INSTANT  
7
CHIME  
9
READY  
First Alert  
0
#
*
10  
Professional  
SHOWN WITH  
FLIP-DOWN  
KEY COVER  
REMOVED  
12  
11  
9
8
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ENTRY/EXIT DELAYS  
General  
Information  
Your system has preset time delays, known as exit delay and entry delay. Whenever you arm  
your system, exit delay gives you time to leave through the designated exit door without setting  
off an alarm. Exit delay begins immediately after entering any arming command, and applies to  
all modes of arming protection. If programmed, a slow beeping will sound throughout the exit  
delay period.  
Entry Delay gives you time to disarm the system when you reenter through the designated  
entrance door. But the system must be disarmed before the entry delay period ends, or an  
alarm will occur. The keypad will beep during the entry delay period, reminding you to disarm  
the system. You can also arm the system with no entry delay at all by using either INSTANT or  
MAXIMUM arming modes. These modes provide greater security while on the premises or  
while away for extended periods of time. See your installer for your delay times.  
Partition 1  
Exit Delay 1:  
seconds  
seconds  
Entry Delay 1:  
Entry Delay 2:  
seconds  
seconds  
Exit Delay 2:  
Partition 2  
Exit Delay 1:  
seconds  
seconds  
Entry Delay 1:  
Entry Delay 2:  
seconds  
seconds  
Exit Delay 2:  
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CHECKING FOR OPEN ZONES  
Before arming your system, all protected doors, windows and other protection zones must be  
closed or bypassed (see BYPASSING section). Otherwise the keypad will display a "Not  
Ready" message. Pressing the READY key will display all zones that are faulted, making it  
easier for you to secure any open zones.  
Using the  
READY Key  
To show faulted zones:  
DISARMED - PRESS  
TO SHOW FAULTS  
Note: Some keypads light a green LED when the system  
is ready. If not lit, the system is not ready to be armed.  
READY  
1. Do not enter security code, but simply press  
.
FAULT 05 FRONT  
UPSTAIRS BEDROOM  
Typical fault display  
2.  
Secure or bypass the zones displayed before arming the system.  
The "Ready" message will be displayed when all protection zones  
DISARMED  
READY TO ARM  
have been either closed or bypassed.  
NOTE: All or part of this message may be replaced by a customized  
message programmed by the installer. Bear this in mind whenever the  
instructions indicate that the "DISARMED" or "READY" message will be  
displayed.  
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DISPLAYING ALL ZONE DESCRIPTORS  
The Alpha and 2-Way Voice/Alpha Keypads can also display all the zone descriptors that are  
Using the  
programmed in your system. The abbreviated instructions for the READY key will appear first,  
followed by the zone descriptors. Displaying all descriptors is useful when you need to know the  
zone number of a particular zone, as when bypassing zones.  
READY Key  
The "Disarmed-Ready to arm" message must be displayed before zone descriptors can  
be displayed.  
READY  
1. Press the  
key and hold down for at least 5 seconds.  
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BYPASSING PROTECTION ZONES  
This key is used when you want to arm your system with one or more zones intentionally  
unprotected. Bypassed zones are unprotected and will not cause an alarm when violated while  
your system is armed. All bypasses are removed when an OFF sequence (security code plus  
OFF) is performed. Bypasses are also removed if the arming procedure that follows the bypass  
command is not successful.  
Using the  
6
BYPASS Key  
Note: The system will not allow fire or emergency zones (keypad panics A, B, C) to be  
bypassed.  
To bypass zones, the system must be disarmed first.  
(Your system may include special high security zones. If so, these zones can be bypassed  
while the system is armed or disarmed. Ask your installer if your system has these zones.)  
BYPASS  
1. Enter your security code and press  
6
.
2. Enter zone number(s) for the zones to be bypassed (e.g., 01, 02, 03, etc.).  
Important! All single-digit numbers must be preceded by a zero (for example, enter 01 for  
zone 1).  
3.  
4.  
When finished, the keypad will display the word BYPASS along  
with each bypassed zone number. Wait for these zones to be  
displayed before arming. Arming the system before bypassed  
zones are displayed eliminates all bypasses.  
BYPASS 07 FRONT  
UPSTAIRS BEDROOM  
Typical bypass message  
Arm the system as usual when the keypad displays "ready" to arm  
message.  
DISARMED BYPASS  
READY TO ARM  
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BYPASSING PROTECTION ZONES  
Quick Bypass  
Your system may allow you to easily bypass all open (faulted) zones without having to enter  
zone numbers individually. Ask your installer if this feature is active for your system.  
Note: All bypasses are removed when an OFF sequence (security code plus OFF) is  
performed.  
To use the Quick Bypass feature:  
BYPASS  
1. Enter your security code and press  
6
then press  
#
.
2.  
3.  
In a few moments, all open zones will be displayed along with the  
word BYPASS. Wait for these zones to be displayed before  
arming. Arming the system before bypassed zones are displayed  
eliminates all bypasses.  
BYPASS 07 FRONT  
UPSTAIRS BEDROOM  
Typical bypass message  
Arm the system as usual when the keypad displays the  
"ready" to arm message. Bypassed zones are unprotected  
and will not cause an alarm when violated while your system  
is armed.  
DISARMED BYPASS  
READY TO ARM  
Displaying  
For determining what zones have been previously bypassed.  
Bypassed Zones  
BYPASS  
1. Enter your security code and press  
6
.
2. Wait for all bypassed zones to be sequentially displayed.  
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ARMING PERIMETER ONLY  
(With Entry Delay ON)  
Use this key when you are staying home, but might expect someone to use the entrance door  
later.  
Using the  
3
STAY key  
When armed in STAY mode, the system will sound an alarm if a protected door or window is  
opened, but you may otherwise move freely throughout the premises. Late arrivals can enter  
through the entrance door without causing an alarm, but they must disarm the system within the  
entry delay period or an alarm will occur.  
Close all perimeter windows and doors before arming (see CHECKING FOR OPEN  
ZONES section)  
STAY  
1. Enter your security code and press  
3
.
The keypad will beep three times and will display the armed  
message.  
2.  
ARMED ***STAY***  
ZONE BYPASSED  
Note: "ZONE BYPASSED" in this display simply indicates that the  
interior zones of protection are not armed when using STAY mode.  
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ARMING PERIMETER ONLY  
(With Entry Delay OFF)  
Use this key when you are staying home and do not expect anyone to use the entrance door.  
Using the  
7
INSTANT Key  
When armed in INSTANT mode, the system will sound an alarm if a protected door or window  
is opened, but you may otherwise move freely throughout the premises. The alarm will also  
sound immediately if anyone opens the entrance door.  
Close all perimeter windows and doors before arming (see CHECKING FOR OPEN  
ZONES section)  
INSTANT  
1. Enter your security code and press  
7
.
2.  
The keypad will beep three times and will display the armed  
message.  
ARMED *INSTANT*  
ZONE BYPASSED  
Note: "ZONE BYPASSED" in this display simply indicates that the  
interior zones of protection are not armed when using STAY mode.  
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ARMING ALL PROTECTION  
(With Entry Delay ON)  
Use this key when no one will be staying on the premises.  
Using the  
2
AWAY Key  
When armed in AWAY mode, the system will sound an alarm if a protected door or window is  
opened, or if any movement is detected inside the premises. You may leave through the  
entrance door during the exit delay period without causing an alarm. You may also reenter  
through the entrance door, but must disarm the system within the entry delay period or an alarm  
will occur.  
Close all perimeter windows and doors before arming (see CHECKING FOR OPEN  
ZONES section)  
AWAY  
1. Enter your security code and press  
2
.
2.  
The keypad will beep twice and will display the armed message.  
ARMED **AWAY**  
YOU MAY EXIT NOW  
Note: The "YOU MAY EXIT NOW" portion of the message  
disappears when exit delay expires.  
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ARMING ALL PROTECTION  
(With Entry Delay OFF)  
Use this key when the premises will be vacant for extended periods of time such as vacations,  
etc., or when no one will be moving through protected interior areas.  
Using the  
4
MAXIMUM Key  
When armed in MAXIMUM mode, the system will sound an alarm if a protected door or window  
is opened, or if any movement is detected inside the premises. You may leave through the  
entrance door during the exit delay period without causing an alarm, but an alarm will be  
sounded as soon as someone reenters.  
Close all perimeter windows and doors before arming (see CHECKING FOR OPEN  
ZONES section)  
MAXIMUM  
1. Enter your security code and press  
4
.
2.  
The keypad will beep twice and will display the armed message.  
ARMED *MAXIMUM*  
YOU MAY EXIT NOW  
Note: The "YOU MAY EXIT NOW" portion of the message  
disappears when exit delay expires.  
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DISARMING AND SILENCING ALARMS  
The OFF key is used to disarm the system and to silence alarm and trouble sounds. See  
"SUMMARY OF AUDIBLE NOTIFICATION" section for information which will help you to  
distinguish between FIRE and BURGLARY alarm sounds.  
Using the  
1
OFF Key  
IMPORTANT: If you return and the main burglary sounder is on, DO NOT enter the premises,  
but call the police from a nearby safe location. If you return after an alarm has occurred and the  
main sounder has shut itself off, the keypad will beep rapidly upon entering, indicating that an  
alarm has occurred during your absence. LEAVE IMMEDIATELY and CONTACT THE POLICE  
from a nearby safe location.  
To disarm the system and silence burglary or fire alarms:  
OFF  
1. Enter your security code and press  
1
.
The Ready message will be displayed (if no alarms have occurred  
while armed) and the keypad will beep once to confirm that the  
system is disarmed.  
DISARMED  
READY TO ARM  
Memory of Alarm  
The keypad displays the zone number and type of alarm for any zone that has had an alarm  
condition. These messages will remain displayed until cleared by a user. If an alarm has  
occurred, note the zone number displayed on the keypad and repeat step 1 above to clear the  
"Memory of Alarm" and restore the Ready message display. If the Ready message will not  
display, go to the displayed zone and remedy the fault (close windows, etc.). If the fault cannot  
be remedied, notify the alarm agency.  
If the system was armed when the alarm occurred, repeat step 1 twice: once to disarm the  
system, a second time to clear the display.  
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USING THE KEYSWITCH  
General  
Your system may be equipped with a keyswitch for use when arming and disarming. A red and green  
light on the keyswitch plate indicate the status of your system as follows:  
Green Light: Lights when the system is disarmed and  
ready to be armed (no open zones). If the  
system is disarmed and the green light is off,  
it indicates the system is not ready (one or  
more zones are open).  
Red Light: Lights when system is armed or memory of  
alarm exists.  
Lit Steady: System is armed in AWAY mode.  
Slow Flashing: System is armed in STAY mode.  
Rapid Flashing: Memory of alarm, indicating an alarm has  
occurred .  
GREEN  
RED  
Arming  
To arm in the AWAY mode, turn the key to the right for 1  
second and release. Keypads will beep twice and the red light  
will stay on steady.  
To arm in the STAY mode, turn the key to the right and hold for  
longer than 5 seconds, then release. Keypads will beep three  
times and the red light will flash slowly.  
Disarming  
To disarm the system, turn the key to the right and release. If an alarm has occurred, the red  
light will be flashing rapidly (memory of alarm).  
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CHIME MODE  
Your system can be set to alert you to the opening of a door or window while it is disarmed by  
using CHIME mode. When activated, the Not Ready message is displayed and three tones  
sound at the Keypad whenever a protected perimeter door or window is opened. Pressing the  
READY key will display the open protection points.  
Using the  
9
Key  
Note that Chime mode can be activated and de-activated only when the system is disarmed.  
CHIME  
1. To turn Chime Mode on, enter the security code and press  
9
.
The CHIME MODE ON message will appear for about two seconds  
then disappear. To display this message again (to determine  
whether chime mode is on or off), simply press and hold down the  
CHIME key for 5 seconds.  
CHIME MODE ON  
CHIME  
2. To turn Chime Mode off, enter the security code and press  
9
again.  
The CHIME MODE OFF message will appear for about two  
seconds then disappear. To display this message again (to  
determine whether chime mode is on or off), simply press and hold  
down the CHIME key for 5 seconds.  
CHIME MODE OFF  
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VIEWING CENTRAL STATION MESSAGES  
General  
Information  
Users of the system may periodically receive messages on their display screens from their  
monitoring agency or installer. When a message is waiting to be viewed, the message shown  
below will appear.  
MESSAGE. PRESS 0  
FOR 5 SECS.  
1. Press and hold down  
0
key for 5 seconds. The message could take up to four screens  
to display all the information available.  
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PANIC KEYS  
(FOR MANUALLY ACTIVATING SILENT AND/OR AUDIBLE ALARMS)  
Using  
Panic Keys  
Your system may have been programmed to use special key combinations to manually activate  
panic functions. The functions that might be programmed are Silent Emergency, Audible  
Emergency, Personal Emergency, and Fire. See your installer for the function(s) that may have  
been programmed for your system.  
Active Panic Functions  
(your installer should note which  
function(s) is active in your system)  
A silent emergency will send a silent alarm  
signal to the central station, but there will be no  
audible alarms or visual displays.  
Keys  
1 and ✱  
3 and #  
and #  
A*  
Zone  
95  
Function  
An audible emergency will send an emergency  
message to the central station (if connected) and  
will sound a loud, steady alarm at your keypad  
and at any external sounders that may be  
connected (ALARM plus a zone number would  
also be displayed).  
96  
99  
95  
B*  
99  
A personal emergency alarm will send an  
emergency message to the central station (if  
connected) and will sound at keypads, but not at  
external bells or sirens. (ALARM plus a zone  
number would also be displayed)  
C*  
96  
* May not be present on your keypad(s).  
To use a paired key panic function,  
simply press both keys of the assigned  
pair at the same time. If your keypad(s)  
have lettered keys for panic functions,  
press the designated key and hold  
down for at least 2 seconds to activate  
the panic function.  
A fire alarm will send a fire alarm message to  
the central station and will uniquely sound  
external bells and sirens (FIRE plus a zone  
number would also be displayed).  
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SECURITY CODES & AUTHORITY LEVELS  
General  
Information  
At the time of installation, you were assigned an authority level and a personal four-digit  
security code, known only to you and yours. The security code must be entered when arming  
and disarming the system. The authority level defines the system functions that you can  
perform.  
As an additional safety feature, other users that do not have a need to know your code can be  
assigned different security codes and each user can be given a different authority level. Users  
are identified by "user numbers", which are assigned when assigning a user's security code.  
All codes can be used interchangeably when performing system functions within the limits of  
each code's authority level (a system armed with one user's code can be disarmed by another  
user's code), with the exception of the Operator C code (authority level 5). See AUTHORITY  
LEVELS section on the following page for detailed information regarding user authority levels.  
Duress Code  
Quick Arming  
This feature is intended for use when you are forced to disarm or arm the system under threat.  
When used, the system will act normally, but can silently notify the central station of your  
situation, if that service has been provided. The duress code is pre-assigned by the installer  
during installation (authority level 6).  
Important: This code is useful only when the system is connected to a central station.  
Note that if "Quick Arming" was programmed by the installer, the  
#
key can be pressed in  
place of the security code when arming the system. The security code must always be used to  
disarm the system, however. Note that Operator C cannot disarm the system if the system was  
armed by quick arm.  
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SECURITY CODES & AUTHORITY LEVELS  
Authority Levels  
Authority levels define the system functions a particular user can perform. Depending on your  
authority, there are certain system functions you may be prohibited from performing. There are  
seven authority levels, each having certain system restrictions.  
Level 1 Master:  
Can perform all system functions in assigned partitions and can add,  
delete or change Manager and Operator level users. Master codes are  
added by the Installer. Can also change own code.  
Level 2 Manager:  
Can perform system functions in assigned partitions and can add,  
delete or change Operator level users. Can also change own code.  
Level 3 Operator A: Can perform system functions in assigned partitions but cannot add or  
delete other users.  
Level 4 Operator B: Same as Operator A, except Operator B cannot bypass zones of  
protection.  
Level 5 Operator C: Can arm the system in assigned partitions but cannot disarm the  
system unless the system was armed with this code. Typically  
assigned to someone who has a need to arm/disarm the system only  
at certain times (such as a babysitter).  
Level 6 Duress:  
Can arm and disarm the system, but also sends a silent panic alarm to  
the central station, if that service is connected.  
Level 7 Limited Use: Can arm and disarm the system, but only for a predetermined number  
of times, after which, this code automatically expires. The actual usage  
count is set by using the #84 command discussed later in this section.  
To view your authority level and system capabilities (alpha keypads only):  
1. Enter your security code +  
+
. The alpha keypad will display the partition(s)  
that you are authorized to operate, and your user number and authority level in each  
partition.  
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SECURITY CODES & AUTHORITY LEVELS  
General Rules on  
Authority Levels  
and Changes  
• A user may not delete or change the user code of the SAME or HIGHER authority than which  
he is assigned.  
• A master/manager may only ADD users to a LOWER authority level.  
• A master/manager may assign access codes only to those partitions to which the user adding  
the code has access. (ex. a user with access to only partition 1 cannot assign codes in  
partition 2.)  
• The only way to assign a user's authority level is by using the "Add A User" procedure. To  
change a user's authority level, that user must first be deleted, then added again.  
• A user can only be DELETED or CHANGED from within the partition he is assigned.  
• User numbers must be entered as 2-digit entries. Single digit user numbers must be  
preceded by a "0" (example, 03, 04, etc.). Security codes are entered as 4-digit numbers.  
• Before assigning a security code, be sure it does not conflict with any DURESS code or other  
user code.  
Note: When adding, changing or deleting users, all other alpha keypads in that partition will  
display "User Edit Mode – Please Stand By", and key depressions (except Panic) at those  
keypads will be ignored. Panic key depressions will cause an alarm and terminate user entry.  
To Exit User Edit  
Mode  
You can exit any of the user edit modes described on the following pages at any time by doing  
the following:  
1. Press either  
or  
#
, or don't press any key for 10 seconds.  
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SECURITY CODES & AUTHORITY LEVELS  
To Add a User  
IMPORTANT: Temporary users should not be shown how to use any system function they do  
not need to know (e.g. bypassing protection zones).  
CODE  
NOTE: Adding/deleting  
security codes can only  
be done from an alpha  
keypad.  
1. Enter Master or Manager code and press the  
8
key.  
2. Enter the new user's 2-digit User Number (02–69).  
3. Enter 4-digit security code for that user. The following prompts will appear.  
Enter 1 to add a new user code. Entering 0 will change the existing  
user's code to the code entered in step 3. See Changing A User's  
Code section.  
ADD NEW USER?  
0 = NO , 1 = YES  
Enter the authority level, 1–6, for this user within this partition.  
Refer to the #84  
USER NUMBER =3  
ENTER AUTH.LEVEL  
Command section for  
setting usage counter  
for limited use users.  
1=master  
3=operator A  
5=operator C  
7=Limited Use  
2=manager 4=operator B  
6=duress code  
This prompt will appear if a 5800 series button transmitter has  
been supplied and has not yet been assigned to a user.  
Press 1 if a button transmitter will be assigned to this user.  
Otherwise press 0.  
RF BUTTON ?  
0 = NO , 1 = YES  
If assigning a button transmitter, this prompt will appear. Enter the  
button's zone number (see your installer for zone number).  
ENTER BUTTON ZN #  
(01-64)  
If you as a user have access to other partitions, the keypad will  
prompt for ability of this new user to access (GOTO) those  
partitions. Press 0 (NO) or 1 (YES). If no, the system activates this  
user code and exits “Add a User” mode. If yes, the keypad prompts  
for the Global Arm option for this user.  
MULTI-ACCESS ?  
0 = NO , 1 = YES  
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Press 1 (YES) if this user will be allowed to arm both partitions at the  
same time from one keypad. Press 0 if this user will arm only his  
assigned partition, or another partition individually.  
To Add a User  
GLOBAL ARM ?  
0 = NO , 1 =YES  
(continued)  
The keypad now prompts for the user’s access to the next partition  
(see GOTO command). Again press 0 or 1. If yes, the system will  
automatically assign a user number for use in that partition and will  
prompt for the authority level and global arm option for this user  
within the partition (see previous steps).  
PART.2 - SHOP?  
0 = NO , 1 = YES  
When both partitions have been displayed, the keypad scrolls  
through the partition(s) to which access has been assigned, and will  
display the user number, authority level and global arm option for  
each. Note that the “G” following the authority level indicates that the  
global arm feature has been selected for this user in the displayed  
partition,. The "" indicates the partition from which the user can be  
changed or deleted.  
PART. 1 * WHSE  
USER 03 AUTH =3G  
Limited Use User  
(#84 Command)  
To set the usage count for users with authority level 7, enter #84. The following prompt will  
appear.  
CODE USE LIMIT  
01-15 00 = QUIT  
Enter the number of times these users will have access to the system. These codes  
automatically expire (but the codes are not deleted) after this number of uses. To reactivate  
the codes, simply enter #84 and set a new usage limit.  
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SECURITY CODES & AUTHORITY LEVELS  
CODE  
To Change a User's  
Code  
1. Enter Master/Manager code and press the  
2. Enter the new code for that user.  
8
key + user number to be changed.  
The system will recognize that the user number is already in use  
and will prompt whether or not this is a new user. Enter 0 to  
change the user's code to the code entered in step 2.  
ADD NEW USER?  
0 = NO , 1 = YES  
The system confirms that the change is allowed based on  
authorization level, and if so, puts the new code into effect.  
Note that if changing one’s own code, the system will prompt for  
the new code to be reentered. This prevents accidentally changing  
a high level code.  
USER 02 CHANGED  
SUCCESSFULLY  
CODE  
To Delete a User  
1. Enter the Master or Manager code and press the  
deleted.  
8
key + User Number to be  
2. Enter the same Master or Manager code again.  
The system will recognize that the user number is already in use  
and will prompt to confirm that it should be deleted. Press 0 (NO)  
or 1 (YES).  
OK TO DELETE  
0 = NO , 1 =YES  
If yes, that user's code is removed from all partitions to which it  
was assigned, and all authority levels and other information about  
that user is deleted. Note that a user can only be deleted from the  
partition in which it was first assigned, and can only be deleted by  
a user with a higher authority level. A User's security code cannot  
be deleted by oneself.  
USER CODE  
DELETED  
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ACCESSING OTHER PARTITIONS  
(GOTO Command and Global Arming)  
To Access Another  
Partition  
Each keypad is assigned a default partition for display purposes, and will show only that  
partition's information. But, if the user is authorized, an alpha keypad in one partition can be  
used to perform system functions in the other partition by using the GOTO command. Note that  
only those partitions authorized and programmed by the installer can be accessed in this  
manner.  
To GOTO another partition (using an alpha keypad):  
READY  
1. Enter your security code, then press  
+ partition number (0–2).  
Entering partition number 0 will return the keypad to its original partition.  
2.  
The keypad will remain in the new partition until directed to go to  
another partition, or until 2 minutes has elapsed with no keypad  
activity.  
LOG-ON TO AAAA  
PART. X COMPLETE  
AAAA = alpha descriptor, if programmed by the installer  
X = partition number  
Global Arming  
The Global Arming option may have been programmed for use by some users. If Global Arming  
was enabled for use with your security code, an alpha keypad prompt (message) will appear  
after pressing one of the arming function keys (STAY, INSTANT, AWAY, MAXIMUM, OFF).  
Follow the keypad prompts to continue arming the system. See your installer for detailed  
instructions on the use of this feature.  
If global arming does not apply to your security code, use the procedures described in the  
following pages.  
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[D] Speed Key (Macros)  
The "D" key can activate a string of up to 16 keystrokes. These keystrokes are known as a  
macro and are stored in the system's memory. Typical Speed Key functions include:  
• Seldom used but repeatable sequences.  
General  
Information  
• Arming sequences that involve bypassing certain zones before arming.  
• Relay activation sequences.  
Defining  
Enter your user code +  
#
+
D
and hold the “D” key down until the following appears:  
Enter up to 16 keystrokes. A speed key sequence can include  
different commands. Press the "D" key to separate different  
commands.  
ENTER SPEED KEY "D"  
existing sequence displayed  
For example, you may want to perform the following sequence.  
GOTO partition 2 .................. Enter *2  
NOTE: Defining and using  
speed keys requires an  
alpha keypad.  
Bypass zones 10 & 11 ......... Press bypass [6], then the zone numbers 10 & 11  
Arm in maximum mode ........ Press maximum [4] key  
Return to partition 1.............. Enter *1  
To program this sequence, type the following : 2  
D 61011  
D
4
D
1  
D
D
Note that the "D" key is pressed after the "2," the last "1" and the "4," separating the different  
commands. Press "D" twice to complete the entry and exit.  
Executing  
Press and hold down (about 2 seconds) the "D" key until the following prompt appears:  
Enter your user code. The defined speed key sequence will  
ENTER USER CODE  
begin automatically.  
0000  
NOTE: When defining speed key sequences, do not use the [#] key to represent Quick Arming. The  
system uses the code entered at the prompt to initiate commands in a speed key sequence, so quick arm  
is unnecessary. The system interprets the use of the [#] key in a speed key sequence as its designated  
function only (usually installer functions).  
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USING #70 RELAY MENU MODE  
Your system may be set up so that certain lights or other devices can be turned on or off by  
using the #70 command from either a keypad or a telephone keypad (if phone module is used).  
Ask your installer if this has been done in your system.  
General  
Information  
NOTE: Using #70 Menu  
Mode requires an alpha  
keypad.  
To activate relays from a keypad, enter 4-digit security code + [#] + [7] [0]. Follow the keypad  
prompts described below.  
To activate relays using the telephone (if phone module is used), first dial the 2-digit phone  
access code. When the system acknowledges the access, enter the 4-digit security code + [#] +  
[7] [0]. The following prompts/voice responses will begin.  
Voice: "ENTER DEVICE CODE NOW"  
ENTER DEVICE NO.  
00=QUIT 01  
Enter the 2-digit number of the device to be activated.  
Note that if an invalid number is entered, the system will simply ask  
you to reenter the number.  
Voice: "voice descriptor DEVICE nn ON/OFF. FOR voice descriptor ON  
ENTER 1, FOR voice descriptor OFF ENTER 0"  
NN DEVICE IS OFF  
HIT 0=OFF , 1=ON  
Press 0 or 1 to turn the device off or on respectively.  
"nn" represents the 2-digit device number and voice descriptor is the  
relay voice descriptor programmed by the installer.  
Voice: "voice descriptor DEVICE nn ON/OFF. TO EXIT ENTER 00 NOW"  
NN DEVICE IS OFF  
HIT THE "*" KEY  
From a keypad, press [ ] to continue. The ENTER DEVICE NO.  
prompt will appear.  
From a telephone keypad, enter 00 to exit, or enter the next relay  
number to be programmed. The current on/off state of that relay will  
be annunciated as described above. Alternatively, if 6 seconds  
elapses with no key depression, the voice module will annunciate the  
"ENTER DEVICE CODE NOW" message.  
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FA1220CV EVENT LOGGING PROCEDURES  
General Information  
To Display The Event Log:  
The system has the ability to record various events in a  
history log wherein each event is recorded in one of five  
categories (listed on other side), with the time and date  
of its occurrence. The Event Log holds up to 100 events,  
with the oldest event being replaced by the logging of  
any new event after the log is full. Using an alpha  
keypad, the Event Log can be viewed one category at a  
time, or can display all events, regardless of category  
(ALL EVENT LOG). The system also allows selection of  
displaying the COMPLETE log, or only those events  
occurring since the last installer service (RECENT). In  
addition, events in the other partition can be viewed by  
users authorized to access that partition. Note that  
events are displayed in chronological order, from most  
recent to oldest.  
1. Enter CODE + [#] + [6] + [0]  
2. Select the display mode.  
RECENT: Displays only those events occurring since  
last installer service.  
COMPLETE: Displays complete event log (up to 100  
events).  
Press the desired key, 0 or 1.  
ENTER 0 = RECENT  
1 = COMPLETE  
3. Select the partition, 0-2.  
Enter the partition number for the partition whose  
events are to be displayed.  
Entering 0 (NO) will display all partitions' events.  
SCAN LOG BY PART  
0 = NO 1–2 = PART #  
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FA1220CV EVENT LOGGING PROCEDURES (continued)  
4. Use the [3] & [1] keys (for next and previous  
categories respectively) to display the categories of  
events.  
ALARM EVENT LOG  
TYPE CCC UUU  
Typical Category  
Select Screen  
Any or all of the following categories may be active.  
Check with your installer.  
Press [8] to select a category and display the first  
event. Press [8] again for each subsequent event.  
ALARM EVENT LOG  
Displays time and date for zones that have either caused  
an alarm or have been restored in the selected partition.  
Shows burglary alarm occurred in zone 3 (C03) of  
partition 1 (P1), at 12:02AM on January 1.  
CHECK EVENT LOG  
Displays time and date for zones that have caused a  
trouble or supervisory condition in the selected partition.  
P1 01/01 12:02AM  
BURGLARY C03  
Typical Event  
Log Display  
After the last event has been displayed, the END OF  
EVENT LOG message appears for a few seconds, then  
the system automatically displays the RECENT/  
COMPLETE mode select screen again (see step 2).  
BYPASS EVENT LOG  
Displays time and date for zones that have been bypassed  
in the partition.  
OPEN EVENT LOG  
5. To EXIT the Event Log:  
Press [] at any time.  
Displays time, date and user number for each arming and  
disarming of the system for the partition selected.  
SYSTEM EVENT LOG  
Displays time and date for system problems, such as AC  
Loss, low battery, etc., regardless of partition.  
ALL EVENT LOG  
Displays all categories of events in chronological order.  
See your Installer for additional  
information concerning the event log.  
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TESTING THE SYSTEM  
(TO BE CONDUCTED WEEKLY)  
The TEST key puts your system into Test mode, which allows each protection point to be  
checked for proper operation.  
Using the  
5
TEST Key  
1. Disarm the system and close all protected windows, doors, etc. READY should be  
displayed.  
TEST  
2. Enter your security code and press the  
5
key.  
3. The external sounder should sound for 3 seconds and then turn off. If the sounder does  
not sound, it may be due to dialer communication activity. Wait a few minutes and try  
again. If the sounder still does not sound, CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.  
4. The keypad will sound a single beep every 15 seconds as a reminder that the system is in  
Test mode. Each time a protection zone is faulted (opened), the keypad should beep three  
times. If the keypad does not sound, CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.  
Note that no alarm reports will be sent to the central monitoring station while the  
system is in the Test mode.  
(Continued)  
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TESTING THE SYSTEM  
(Continued)  
Testing Your  
System  
1. Open and close each protected door and window in turn and listen for three beeps. The  
identification of each faulted protection point should appear on the display.  
2. Walk in front of any interior motion detectors (if used) and listen for three beeps as  
movement is detected. The identification of the detector should appear on the display when  
it is activated.  
NOTE: Wireless motion detectors activate only once in a 3-1/2 minute period to conserve  
battery life.  
3. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to test all smoke detectors to ensure that all are  
functioning properly. The identification of each detector (or the zone number of the zone  
assigned to the detector) should appear on the display when each is activated.  
4. When all protection points have been checked, there should be no zone identification  
numbers displayed. If a problem is experienced with any protection point (no confirming  
sounds, no display), CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.  
5. Turn off Test mode by entering the security code and pressing the OFF key.  
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TROUBLE CONDITIONS  
Typical "Check"  
Displays  
The word CHECK on the keypad's display, accompanied by a rapid "beeping" at the keypad,  
indicates that there is a trouble condition in the system.  
To silence the beeping sound for "check" conditions, press any key.  
1. "CHECK" accompanied by a display of "CALL SERVICE" indicates that a problem  
exists with the system that eliminates some of the protection. CALL FOR SERVICE  
IMMEDIATELY.  
2. "CHECK" accompanied by a display of one or more zone descriptors indicates that a  
problem exists with those zone(s)*. First, determine if the zone(s) displayed are intact and  
make them so if they are not. If the problem has been corrected, the display of the zone  
descriptor(s) and CHECK should disappear after entering your security code + OFF. If not,  
key another OFF sequence (Code plus OFF) to clear the display. If the display persists,  
CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.  
* Note that zone  
numbers 87, 88-91,  
97 and 98 represent  
problems with system  
components, which  
are not user  
serviceable. CALL  
FOR SERVICE  
IMMEDIATELY.  
3. "COMM. FAILURE" at the Keypad indicates that a failure has occurred in the telephone  
communication portion of your system. CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.  
4. "SYSTEM LO BAT", accompanied by a once per minute "beeping" at the keypad indicates  
that a low system battery condition exists. CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.  
5. "LO BAT" and a zone descriptor, accompanied by a once per minute "beeping" at the  
keypad indicates that a low battery condition exists in the wireless transmitter** displayed.  
CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.  
** Not all systems  
employ wireless  
transmitters.  
6. "MODEM COMM" indicates that the control is on-line with the central station's remote  
computer. The control will not operate while on-line. No action is necessary.  
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TROUBLE CONDITIONS  
Power Failure  
If the POWER indicator is off, operating power for the system has stopped and is inoperative.  
CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. If the POWER indicator is on, but the message "AC  
LOSS" is displayed, the keypad is operating on battery power only. If only some lights are out  
on the premises, check circuit breakers and fuses and reset or replace as necessary. CALL  
FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY if AC power cannot be restored.  
Non-Alpha Keypad  
Displays  
The following displays will appear on non-alpha keypads when the associated trouble condition  
(previously described) is present.  
97 = CALL SERVICE  
98 = CALL SERVICE  
FC = COMM FAILURE  
BAT = SYSTEM LO BAT (if no zone number) or LO BAT (if zone number shows)  
CC = MODEM COMM  
NO AC = AC LOSS  
SERVICING INFORMATION  
Your local First Alert Professional dealer is the person best qualified to service your alarm  
system. Arranging some kind of regular service program with him is advisable.  
Your local First Alert Professional dealer is:  
Name:  
Address:  
Phone:  
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FIRE ALARM SYSTEM (IF INSTALLED)  
General Your fire alarm system (if installed) is on 24 hours a day, providing continuous protection. In the  
event of an emergency, the installed smoke and/or heat detectors will automatically send  
signals to your Control/Communicator, triggering a loud, interrupted sound from the keypad. An  
interrupted sound will also be produced by optional exterior sounders. A FIRE message will  
appear at your keypad and remain on until you silence the alarm.  
In Case Of Fire  
1. Should you become aware of a fire emergency before your detectors sense the problem,  
go to your nearest keypad and manually initiate an alarm by pressing the panic key pair  
assigned as FIRE emergency (if programmed by the installer) and hold down for at least 2  
seconds.  
Alarm  
2. Evacuate all occupants from the premises.  
3. If flames and/or smoke are present, leave the premises and notify your local Fire  
Department immediately.  
4. If no flames or smoke are apparent, investigate the cause of the alarm. The zone descriptor  
of the zone(s) in an alarm condition will appear at the keypad.  
Silencing A Fire  
Alarm  
1. Silence the alarm by entering your code and pressing the OFF key. To clear the display,  
enter your code and press the OFF key again.  
2. If the keypad does not indicate a READY condition after the second OFF sequence, press  
the READY key to display the zone(s) that are faulted. Be sure to check that smoke  
detectors are not responding to smoke or heat producing objects in their vicinity. If this is  
the case, eliminate the source of heat or smoke.  
3. If this does not remedy the problem, there may still be smoke in the detector. Clear it by  
fanning the detector for about 30 seconds.  
4. When the problem has been corrected, clear the display by entering your code and  
pressing the OFF key.  
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NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSN.  
RECOMMENDATIONS ON SMOKE DETECTORS  
With regard to the number and placement of  
smoke/heat detectors, we subscribe to the  
recommendations contained in the National  
Fire Protection Association's Standard #74  
noted below.  
KITCHEN  
KITCHEN  
BDRM  
DINING  
BEDROOM  
BEDROOM  
TV ROOM  
DINING  
BDRM  
LIVING ROOM  
BEDROOM  
BEDROOM  
LIVING ROOM  
Early warning fire detection is best achieved  
by the installation of fire detection equipment  
in all rooms and areas of the household as  
follows: A smoke detector installed outside  
of each separate sleeping area, in the  
immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on  
each additional story of the family living unit,  
including basements and excluding crawl  
spaces and unfinished attics.  
Smoke Detectors for Minimum Protection  
Smoke Detectors for Additional Protection  
Heat-Activated Detectors  
BEDROOM  
BEDROOM  
BEDROOM  
TO  
BR  
In addition, it is recommended that the  
householder consider the use of heat or  
smoke detectors in the living room, dining  
room, bedroom(s), kitchen, hallway(s), attic,  
furnace room, utility and storage rooms,  
basements and attached garages.  
KTCHN  
GARAGE  
CLOSED  
DOOR  
LVNG RM  
.
BASEMENT  
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EMERGENCY EVACUATION  
Steps to Safety  
Establish and regularly practice a plan of escape in the event of fire. The following  
steps are recommended by the National Fire Protection Association:  
CLOSET  
BEDROOM  
1. Plan on your detector or your interior and/or exterior sounders warning all oc-  
cupants.  
TH  
BA  
BEDROOM  
BEDROOM  
2. Determine two means of escape from each room. One path of escape should lead  
to the door that permits normal exit from the building. The other may be a window,  
should your path be unpassable. Station an escape ladder at such windows if  
there is a long drop to the ground.  
2ND FLOOR  
KITCHEN  
BACK DOOR  
BEDROOM  
3. Sketch a floor plan of the building. Show windows, doors, stairs and rooftops that  
can be used to escape. Indicate escape routes for each room. Keep these routes  
free from obstruction and post copies of the escape routes in every room.  
TH  
BA  
BEDROOM  
1ST FLOOR  
4. Assure that all bedroom doors are shut while you are asleep. This will prevent  
deadly smoke from entering while you escape.  
5. Try the door. If the door is hot, check your alternate escape route. If the door is  
cool, open it cautiously. Be prepared to slam the door if smoke or heat rushes in.  
6. Crawl in the smoke.  
BACK  
7. Escape quickly; don't panic.  
8. Establish a common meeting place outdoors, away from your house, where  
everyone can meet and then take steps to contact the authorities and account for  
those missing. Choose someone to assure that nobody returns to the house —  
many die going back.  
FRONT  
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MAINTAINING YOUR SYSTEM  
The components of your security system are designed to be as free of maintenance as  
possible. However, there are some things you can do to make sure that your system is in  
reliable working condition.  
Taking Care of  
Your System  
1. Test your system weekly.  
2. Test the system after any alarm occurs (see TESTING THE SYSTEM).  
Replacing  
Batteries in  
Wireless Sensors  
Each wireless sensor in your system has a 9 volt or 3 volt battery. The system detects a low  
battery in any wireless sensor, including smoke detectors, the optional personal emergency  
transmitter, and the optional portable wireless keypad. (A low battery in a portable wireless  
keypad is detected as soon as one of its keys is pressed, and the keypad will display 64.)  
Wireless sensors  
may not have been  
used in your  
Alkaline batteries provide a minimum of 1 year of operation, and in most units and applications,  
provide 2–4 years of service (4-7 years in units using 3 volt lithium batteries). Actual battery life  
will depend on the environment in which the sensor is used, the number of signals that the  
transmitter in the sensor has had to send, and the specific type of sensor. Factors such as  
humidity, high or low temperatures or large swings in temperature, may all lead to the reduction  
of actual battery life in an installation.  
security system  
If you have a low battery in a wireless sensor, a low battery message is displayed on the  
keypad.  
In addition, a battery-operated smoke detector with a low battery also emits a single "chirp"  
sound once approximately every 20-30 seconds, identifying itself as the smoke detector with  
the weak battery. If you do not replace a smoke detector's low battery, the smoke detector  
may sound continuously, as if there were a fire alarm.  
Note: The low battery message comes on as a warning that battery replacement in indicated  
sensor(s) is due within 30 days. In the meantime, the sensor(s) causing the low battery  
indication is still fully operational.  
Important: Use only batteries recommended by your installer as replacement.  
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MAINTAINING YOUR SYSTEM  
Silencing Low  
Battery Warning  
Tones at the  
Keypad  
The keypad’s warning tones can be silenced by performing an OFF sequence (code plus OFF  
key), but the keypad's low battery message display will remain on as a reminder that you have  
a low battery condition in one or more of your sensors. When you replace the weak battery  
with a fresh one, the sensor will send a "good battery" signal to the control as soon as the  
sensor is activated (opening/closing of door, window, etc.), causing the low battery display to  
turn off. If the sensor is not activated, the display will automatically clear within approximately 1  
hour.  
Routine Care  
• Treat the components of your security system as you would any other electrical equipment.  
Do not slam sensor-protected doors or windows.  
• Keep dust from accumulating on the keypad and all protective sensors, particularly on motion  
sensors and smoke detectors.  
• The keypad and sensors should be cleaned carefully with a dry soft cloth. Do not spray  
water or any other fluid on the units.  
• Do not paint over smoke detectors or wireless transmitters.  
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QUICK GUIDE TO  
FA1220CV SYSTEM FUNCTIONS  
FUNCTION  
PROCEDURE  
COMMENTS  
Check Zones  
Press [].  
To view faulted zones when system not ready.  
Displays all alpha descriptors programmed by installer.  
Display All  
Descriptors  
Press and hold []  
for 5 seconds  
Arm System  
Enter code.  
Arms system in mode selected.  
Press arming key desired.  
(AWAY, STAY, INSTANT,  
MAXIMUM)  
Disarm System  
Bypass zones  
Enter code.  
Press OFF [1].  
Disarms system and silences alarms.  
Exits Test mode; unbypasses previously bypassed zones.  
Enter code.  
Press BYPASS [6].  
Bypassed zones are unprotected and will not  
cause an alarm if violated.  
Enter zone numbers to be  
bypassed (use 2-digit entries).  
Quick Bypass  
Chime Mode  
Enter code.  
Press BYPASS [6] + [#].  
Bypasses all faulted zones automatically.  
Enter code.  
Press CHIME [9].  
Keypad will sound if doors  
or windows are violated while system disarmed.  
Test Mode  
Press TEST [5].  
Enter code.  
No reports are sent to the central station.  
Sounds alarm sounder and allows sensors to be tested.  
View Messages  
5 seconds.  
Press and hold [0] for at least  
Message from central station will appear.  
View User  
Capabilities  
Enter user's code.  
Press [] + [ ].  
Displays partitions & authority  
levels assigned to the user.  
Limited Use User  
(Auth. Level 7)  
Enter your code + [#] + [8][4].  
Enter the number of uses 01-15.  
Master or manager level codes only.  
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QUICK GUIDE TO  
FA1220CV SYSTEM FUNCTIONS  
FUNCTION  
PROCEDURE  
COMMENTS  
GOTO Partition  
Enter security code.  
Press [].  
Allows a user at one keypad to perform functions in another  
partition, if that user is authorized to do so.  
Enter partition number (1-2).  
0 returns to default partition.  
Add a User  
Enter master/manager code.  
Press CODE [8].  
Master & Manager level users can add subordinate users to the system,  
each with its own code and authority level.  
Enter new user's user number.  
Enter code for that user.  
At prompt, enter authority for  
that user in this partition (2-7)  
Follow prompts, 1=Yes, 0=No.  
A master code can only be assigned by the installer.  
1 = Master  
5 = Operator C (babysitter code)  
6 = Duress  
2 = Manager  
3 = Operator A  
4 = Operator B  
7 = Limited Use  
Change a user's  
Code  
Enter master/manager code.  
Press CODE [8].  
Enter user's 2-digit number.  
Enter new code for that user.  
Press 0 (No) at prompt.  
Master & Manager level users can change their own or other  
users' codes.  
Delete a User  
Enter master/manager code.  
Press CODE [8].  
Enter user no. to be deleted.  
Enter master/manager code.  
Press 1 (Yes) at prompt.  
Master & Manager level users can delete users.  
A user can only be deleted by a user with  
higher authority level.  
Using Speed Key D Press and hold down the [D] key. Defined sequence automatically begins.  
Enter your user code at prompt.  
Refer to SPEED KEY section for details on defining sequences.  
Relay Menu Mode  
Self-Help  
Enter code + [#] + [7][0].  
Follow the prompts displayed.  
Press and hold any function  
key for at least 5 seconds.  
Will display abbreviated instructions for the key pressed.  
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SUMMARY OF AUDIBLE NOTIFICATION  
(ALPHA DISPLAY KEYPADS)  
SOUND  
CAUSE  
DISPLAY  
LOUD, INTERRUPTED*  
Keypad & External  
LOUD, CONTINUOUS*  
Keypad & External  
ONE SHORT BEEP  
(not repeated)  
FIRE ALARM  
FIRE is displayed; descriptor of zone in alarm is displayed.  
BURGLARY/AUDIBLE  
EMERGENCY ALARM  
a. SYSTEM DISARM  
b. SYSTEM ARMING ATTEMPT  
WITH AN OPEN ZONE.  
c. BYPASS VERIFY  
ALARM is displayed; descriptor of zone in alarm is also displayed.  
a. DISARMED/READY TO ARM is displayed.  
b. The number and descriptor of the open protection zone is displayed.  
Keypad only  
c. Numbers and descriptors of the bypassed protection zones are displayed  
(One beep is heard for each zone displayed). Subsequently, the following is  
displayed: DISARMED BYPASS Ready to Arm  
ONE SHORT BEEP  
(once every 15 seconds)  
Keypad only  
SYSTEM IS IN TEST MODE  
Opened Zone identifications will appear.  
ONE BEEP every 60 sec.  
LOW BATTERY AT A TRANSMITTER LO BAT displayed with description of transmitter.  
Keypad only  
TWO SHORT BEEPS  
Keypad only  
THREE SHORT BEEPS  
Keypad only  
ARM AWAY OR MAXIMUM  
a. ARM STAY OR INSTANT  
ARMED AWAY or ARMED MAXIMUM is displayed. Red ARMED indicator is  
lit.  
a. ARMED STAY ZONE BYPASSED or ARMED INSTANT ZONE BYPASSED  
is displayed. Red ARMED indicator is lit.  
b. ZONE OPENED WHILE SYSTEM b. CHIME displayed, descriptor of open protection zone will be displayed if the  
IS IN CHIME MODE.  
c. ENTRY WARNING**  
a. TROUBLE  
b. AC POWER LOSS ALERT***  
c. MEMORY OF ALARM  
a. ENTRY DELAY WARNING**  
[] key is pressed.  
c. DISARM SYSTEM OR ALARM WILL OCCUR is displayed.  
a. CHECK displayed. Descriptor of troubled protection zone is displayed.  
b. AC LOSS displayed (may alternate with other displays that may be present).  
c. FIRE or ALARM is displayed; descriptor of zone in alarm is displayed.  
a. DISARM SYSTEM OR ALARM WILL OCCUR is displayed. Exceeding the  
delay time without disarming causes alarm.  
RAPID BEEPING  
Keypad only  
SLOW BEEPING  
Keypad only  
b. EXIT DELAY WARNING  
(if programmed)  
b. ARMED AWAY or ARMED MAXIMUM is displayed along with You May  
Exit Now  
*
If bell is used as external sounder, fire alarm is pulsed ring; burglary/audible emergency is steady ring.  
** Entry warning may consist of three short beeps or slow continuous beeping, as programmed by your installer.  
*** Loss of system battery power is not indicated or annunciated by the keypad (warnings are for loss of AC power only).  
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GLOSSARY  
The following glossary of terms are used throughout the manual.  
ARM/DISARM: "Armed" simply means that the burglary portion of your system is turned ON and is in a state of  
readiness. "Disarmed" means that the burglary system is turned OFF, and must be rearmed to  
become operational. However, even in a "disarmed" state, "emergency" and "fire" portions of  
your system are still operational.  
KEYPAD: This is the area on your Keypad containing numbered pushbuttons similar to those on  
telephones or calculators. These keys control the arming or disarming of the system, and  
perform other functions which were previously described in this manual.  
ZONE: A specific area of protection (may include more than one window or door).  
PARTITION: An independent group of zones that can be armed and disarmed without affecting other zones  
or users.  
BYPASS: To disarm a specific area of burglary protection while leaving other areas operational.  
DELAY ZONE: An area of protection containing doors most frequently used to enter or exit (typically, a front  
door, back door, or door from the garage into the building). The delay zone allows sufficient  
time for authorized entry or exit without causing an alarm. Consult your installer for the entry  
and exit delay times that have been set for your system during installation and record them on  
the separate sheet provided in this manual.  
DAY/NIGHT ZONE: An area of protection whose violation causes a trouble indication during the disarmed (DAY)  
mode (keypad beeps rapidly) and an alarm during the armed (NIGHT) mode.  
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UL NOTICE: This is a "GRADE A" system.  
"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Part 15 STATEMENT"  
This equipment has been tested to FCC requirements and has been found acceptable for use. The FCC requires the following  
statement for your information:  
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the  
manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with  
the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide  
reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not  
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by  
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
If using an indoor antenna, have a quality outdoor antenna installed.  
Reorient the receiving antenna until interference is reduced or eliminated.  
Move the receiver away from the control/communicator.  
Move the antenna leads away from any wire runs to the control/communicator.  
Plug the control/communicator into a different outlet so that it and the receiver are on different branch circuits.  
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.  
The user or installer may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: "Interference  
Handbook"  
This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.  
The user shall not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless authorized by the Installation Instructions or User's  
Manual. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.  
IN THE EVENT OF TELEPHONE OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS  
In the event of telephone operational problems, disconnect the control by removing the plug from the RJ31X (CA38A in Canada)  
telephone wall jack. We recommend that your certified installer demonstrate disconnecting the phones on installation of the system.  
Do not disconnect the phone connection inside the control/communicator. Doing so will result in the loss of your phone lines. If the  
regular phone works correctly after the control/communicator has been disconnected from the phone lines, the control/communicator  
has a problem and should be returned for repair. If upon disconnection of the control/communicator, there is still a problem on the  
line, notify the telephone company that they have a problem and request prompt repair service. The user may not under any  
circumstances (in or out of warranty) attempt any service or repairs to the system. It must be returned to the factory or an authorized  
service agency for all repairs.  
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"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Part 68 NOTICE  
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the front cover of this equipment is a label that contains, among other  
information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information  
must be provided to the telephone company.  
This equipment uses the following jacks:  
An RJ31X is used to connect this equipment to the telephone network.  
The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the  
telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs  
should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line, as determined by the total  
RENs, contact the telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling area.  
If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary  
discontinuance of service may be required. If advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon  
as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe necessary.  
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of  
the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary  
modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service.  
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact the manufacturer for repair and warranty information. If the trouble is  
causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request you remove the equipment from the network until the  
problem is resolved.  
There are no user serviceable components in this product, and all necessary repairs must be made by the manufacturer. Other repair  
methods may invalidate the FCC registration on this product.  
This equipment cannot be used on telephone company-provided coin service. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state  
tariffs.  
This equipment is hearing-aid compatible.  
When programming or making test calls to an emergency number, briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call. Perform  
such activities in the off-peak hours; such as early morning or late evening.  
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CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS (DOC) STATEMENT  
NOTICE  
AVIS  
The Canadian Department of Communications label identifies certified  
equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain  
telecommunications network protective, operational and safety  
requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will  
operate to the user's satisfaction.  
L'étiquette du ministère des Communications du Canada identifie le  
matériel homologué. Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est conforme  
à certaines normes de protection, d'exploitation et de sécurité des  
réseaux de télécommunications. Le ministère n'assure toutefois pas que  
le matériel fonctionnera à la satisfaction de l'utilisateur.  
Avant d'installer ce matériel, l'utilisateur doit s'assurer qu'il est permis de  
le raccorder aux installations de l'entreprise locale de  
télécommunications. Le matériel doit également être installé en suivant  
une méthode acceptée de raccordement. Dans certains cas, les fils  
intérieurs de l'entreprise utilisés pour un service individuel à la ligne  
unique peuvent être prolongés au moyen d'un dispositif homologué de  
raccordement (cordon prolongateur téléphonique interne). L'abonné ne  
doit pas oublier qu'il est possible que la conformité aux conditions  
énoncées ci-dessus n'empèchet pas la dégradation du service dans  
certaines situations. Actuellement, les entreprises de télécommunications  
ne permettent pas que l'on raccorde leur matériel aux prises d'abonnés,  
sauf dans les cas precis prévus par les tarifs particuliers de ces  
entreprises.  
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible  
to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company.  
The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of  
connection. In some cases, the company's inside wiring associated with a  
single line individual service may be extended by means of certified  
connector assembly (telephone extension cord). The customer should be  
aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent  
degradation of service in some situations.  
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized  
Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or  
alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment  
malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to  
request the user to disconnect the equipment.  
Les réparations du matériel homologué doivent être effectuées pas un  
centre d'entretien canadien autorisé désigné par le fournisseur. La  
compagnie de télécommunications peut demander à l'utilisateur de  
débrancher un appareil à la suite de réparations ou de modifications  
effectuées par l'utilisateur ou à cause de mauvais fonctionnement.  
Pour sa propre protection, l'utilisateur doit s'assurer que tous les fils de  
mise en terre de la source d'énergie électrique, des lignes téléphoniques  
de réseau de conduites d'eau s'il y en a, soient raccordés ensemble.  
Cette précaution est particulièrement importante dans les régions rurales.  
Avertissement: L'utilisateur ne doit pas tenter de faire ces  
raccordements lui-même; il doit avoir recours à un service d'inspection  
des installations électriques, ou à un électricien, selon le cas.  
L'indice de charge (IC) assigné à chaque dispositif terminal pour éviter  
toute surcharge indique le pourcentage de la charge totale qui peut être  
raccordé à un circuit téléphonique bouclé utilisé par ce dispositif. La  
terminaison du circuit bouclé peut être constituée de n'importe quelle  
combinaison de dispositifs, pourvu que la somme des indices de charge  
de l'ensemble des dispositifs ne dépasse pas 100.  
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground  
connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic  
water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution  
may be particularly important in rural areas.  
Caution: User should not attempt to make such connections themselves,  
but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or  
electrician, as appropriate.  
The Load Number (LN) assigned to each terminal device denotes the  
percentage of the total load to be connected to a telephone loop which is  
used by the device, to prevent overloading. The termination on a loop  
may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement  
that the total of the Load Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 100.  
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WARNING!  
THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM  
While this system is an advanced design security system, it does not offer guaranteed protection against burglary or fire or other  
emergency. Any alarm system, whether commercial or residential, is subject to compromise or failure to warn for a variety of reasons.  
For example:  
• Intruders may gain access through unprotected openings or have the technical sophistication to bypass an alarm sensor or  
disconnect an alarm warning device.  
• Intrusion detectors (e.g. passive infrared detectors), smoke detectors, and many other sensing devices will not work without power.  
Battery operated devices will not work without batteries, with dead batteries, or if the batteries are not put in properly. Devices  
powered solely by AC will not work if their AC power supply is cut off for any reason, however briefly.  
• Signals sent by wireless transmitters may be blocked or reflected by metal before they reach the alarm receiver. Even if the signal  
path has been recently checked during a weekly test, blockage can occur if a metal object is moved into the path.  
• A user may not be able to reach a panic or emergency button quickly enough.  
• While smoke detectors have played a key role in reducing residential fire deaths in the United States, they may not activate or  
provide early warning for a variety of reasons in as many as 35% of all fires, according to data published by the Federal Emergency  
Management Agency. Some of the reasons smoke detectors used in conjunction with this System may not work are as follows.  
Smoke detectors may have been improperly installed and positioned. Smoke detectors may not sense fires that start where smoke  
cannot reach the detectors, such as in chimneys, in walls, or roofs, or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors also may  
not sense a fire on another level of a residence or building. A second floor detector, for example, may not sense a first floor or  
basement fire. Moreover, smoke detectors have sensing limitations. No smoke detector can sense every kind of fire every time. In  
general, detectors may not always warn about fires caused by carelessness and safety hazards like smoking in bed, violent  
explosions, escaping gas, improper storage of flammable materials, overloaded electrical circuits, children playing with matches, or  
arson. Depending upon the nature of the fire and/or the locations of the smoke detectors, the detector, even if it operates as  
anticipated, may not provide sufficient warning to allow all occupants to escape in time to prevent injury or death.  
• Passive Infrared Motion Detectors can only detect intrusion within the designed ranges as diagrammed in their installation manual.  
Passive Infrared Detectors do not provide volumetric area protection. They do create multiple beams of protection, and intrusion  
can only be detected in unobstructed areas covered by those beams. They cannot detect motion or intrusion that takes place  
behind walls, ceilings, floors, closed doors, glass partitions, glass doors, or windows. Mechanical tampering, masking, painting or  
spraying of any material on the mirrors, windows or any part of the optical system can reduce their detection ability. Passive  
Infrared Detectors sense changes in temperature; however, as the ambient temperature of protected area approaches the  
temperature range of 90° to 105°F, the detection performance can decrease.  
(Continued)  
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WARNING!  
THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM  
(continued)  
• Alarm warning devices such as sirens, bells or horns may not alert people or wake up sleepers if they are located on the other side  
of closed or partly open doors. If warning devices sound on a different level of the residence from the bedrooms, then they are less  
likely to waken or alert people inside the bedrooms. Even persons who are awake may not hear the warning if the alarm is muffled  
from a stereo, radio, air conditioner or other appliance, or by passing traffic. Finally, alarm warning devices, however loud, may not  
warn hearing-impaired people or waken deep sleepers.  
• Telephone lines needed to transmit alarm signals from a premises to a central monitoring station may be out of service or  
temporarily out of service. Telephone lines are also subject to compromise by sophisticated intruders.  
• Even if the system responds to the emergency as intended, however, occupants may have insufficient time to protect themselves  
from the emergency situation. In the case of a monitored alarm system, authorities may not respond appropriately.  
• This equipment, like other electrical devices, is subject to component failure. Even though this equipment is designed to last as  
long as 10 years, the electronic components could fail at any time.  
The most common cause of an alarm system not functioning when an intrusion or fire occurs is inadequate maintenance. This alarm  
system should be tested weekly to make sure all sensors and transmitters are working properly.  
Installing an alarm system may make one eligible for lower insurance rates, but an alarm system is not a substitute for insurance.  
Homeowners, property owners and renters should continue to act prudently in protecting themselves and continue to insure their lives  
and property.  
We continue to develop new and improved protection devices. Users of alarm systems owe it to themselves and their loved ones to  
learn about these developments.  
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OWNER'S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST  
This form should be completed and forwarded to your homeowner's insurance carrier for possible premium credit.  
A. GENERAL INFORMATION:  
Insured's Name and Address:  
Insurance Company:  
Policy No.:  
FIRST ALERT PROFESSIONAL'S FA1220C ___ FA1220CV ____ Other  
Type of Alarm:  
Installed by:  
Burglary  
Fire  
Both  
Serviced by:  
Name  
Name  
Address  
Address  
B. NOTIFIES (Insert B = Burglary, F = Fire)  
Local Sounding Device  
Police Dept.  
Fire Dept.  
Central Station  
Name:  
Address:  
Phone:  
C. POWERED BY: A.C. With Rechargeable Power Supply  
D. TESTING: Quarterly Monthly  
Weekly  
Other  
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OWNER'S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST (cont.)  
E. SMOKE DETECTOR LOCATIONS  
Furnace Room  
Kitchen  
Bedrooms  
Attic  
Hall  
Basement  
Living Room  
Dining Room  
F. BURGLARY DETECTING DEVICE LOCATIONS:  
Front Door  
Basement Door  
Rear Door  
All Exterior Doors  
1st Floor Windows  
All windows  
I nterior locations  
All Accessible Openings, Including Skylights, Air Conditioners and Vents  
G. ADDITIONAL PERTINENT INFORMATION:  
_________________________________________________________________  
_________________________________________________________________  
_________________________________________________________________  
_________________________________________________________________  
_________________________________________________________________  
Signature: ___________________________________ Date: ___________________  
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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
Pittway Corporation, and its divisions, subsidiaries and affiliates ("Seller"), 165 Eileen Way, Syosset, New York 11791, warrants its  
First Alert security equipment (the "product") to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from date of original  
purchase, under normal use and service. Seller's obligation is limited to repairing or replacing, at its option, free of charge for parts,  
labor, or transportation, any product proven to be defective in materials or workmanship under normal use and service. Seller s hall  
have no obligation under this warranty or otherwise if the product is altered or improperly repaired or serviced by anyone other than  
the Seller. In case of defect, contact the security professional who installed and maintains your security equipment or the Seller for  
product repair.  
This one year Limited Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties, obligations or liabilities. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS  
WARRANTIES, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE HEREOF. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES  
MADE BY SELLER IN CONNECTION WITH THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY,  
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR  
FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY, INCLUDING BUT NOT  
LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN 12 MONTHS FROM DATE OF  
ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE TO ANYONE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL  
DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OR UPON ANY OTHER BASIS OF  
LIABILITY WHATSOEVER, EVEN IF THE LOSS OR DAMAGE IS CAUSED BY THE SELLER'S OWN NEGLIGENCE OR FAULT.  
Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.  
Seller does not represent that the product may not be compromised or circumvented; that the product will prevent any personal injury  
or property loss by burglary, robbery, fire or otherwise; or that the product will in all cases provide adequate warning or protection.  
Buyer understands that a properly installed and maintained alarm may only reduce the risk of a burglary, robbery, fire or other events  
occurring without providing an alarm, but it is not insurance or a guarantee that such will not occur or that there will be no personal  
injury or property loss as a result. CONSEQUENTLY, SELLER SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY,  
PROPERTY DAMAGE OR OTHER LOSS BASED ON A CLAIM THE PRODUCT FAILED TO GIVE WARNING. HOWEVER, IF  
SELLER IS HELD LIABLE, WHETHER DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE ARISING UNDER THIS  
LIMITED WARRANTY OR OTHERWISE, REGARDLESS OF CAUSE OR ORIGIN, SELLER'S MAXIMUM LIABILITY SHALL NOT IN  
ANY CASE EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT, WHICH SHALL BE THE COMPLETE AND EXCLUSIVE  
REMEDY AGAINST SELLER. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state  
to state. No increase or alteration, written or verbal, to this warranty is authorized.  
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175 Eileen Way, Syosset, New York 11791  
Copyright © 1998 PITTWAY CORPORATION  
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