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PRELIMINARY
Hardwired/Wireless System
FA848C
User Guide
N9939 7/00
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Quick Reference
TO TURN SYSTEM ON
1. Check to make sure the system is ready, The On/Off (AR M) light will light
(Green READY light is lit).
2. Enter your 4-digit user code.
3. Exit through a door designated by your installer as an exit/entry door.
TO TURN SYSTEM OFF
1. Enter through a door designated by your installer as an exit/entry door
2. Enter your 4-digit user code.
3. The system On (ARM) light will go out.
TO TURN SYSTEM ON AND STAY INSIDE
1. Check to make sure the system is ready (Green READY light is lit).
2. Press
STAY
.
3. Enter your 4-digit user
code.
The On/Off (AR M) light and the STAY light will both light.
REMEMBER: You must turn the system Off if you want to open the door or
leave the premises after the exit time has passed.
TO TURN THE SYSTEM ON: INSTANT MODE, AND STAY INSIDE
1. Check to make sure the system is ready (Green READY light is lit).
4. Press INSTANT .
5. Press
STAY
.
2. Enter your 4-digit user
code.
The On/Off (AR M) light, the INSTANT light, and the STAY light will all be on.
TO RESET SMOKE DETECTOR
1. Enter your 4-digit user code twice.
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Quick Reference
The following table lists the “Quick Commands” available with this control.
Key
Description
Keypads
Comments
#
1
2
Quick Arm - If system is ready
All keypads
Allows you to arm the system without requiring your user code. User
code is always needed to disarm the system, though.
Force Arm - bypasses faulted
zones
All keypads
All keypads
Allows you arm the system even if some zones are faulted. These
zones will be automatically bypassed and will be unprotected.
#
Quick Bypass -
If not enabled requires user code with authority 1,2 or 3
Bypass
zone
Set Time
All keypads
LCD only
May require user code
#
#
3
Zone Dir
Mode terminates after last enabled zone
4
Quick Help
LCD only
#
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
6
Show Time
LCD only
May also require code
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
Show Auto
LCD only
May also require code
User log view
LCD only
Also, needs user code with authority level 1 or 2
by partition, need user code
Set Auto Time of current part.
Display Firmware Version
Display Key Fob Low Batteries.
Door Strike
All keypads
LCD only
All keypads
All keypads
All keypads
All keypads
May require certain user code
Change/View Pager number
Display/Toggle Chime Mode
For keypad partition, only LCD shows phone number
LCD displays current state first, then offers to toggle. All others just
toggle the state.
#
Assign user to other partitions
All keypads
Need user Auth. Of 1 or 2, Digit 4 (P) enables user to page
Paging must be enabled and turned on.
#
7
User Page Toggle
User On-line
Multi-Part
All keypads
All keypads
All keypads
Toggles if users should send page for O/C by partition
#
#
#
8
9
0
Connects to downloader while on line, disconnects home phone.
LCD displays current enables, 1,2,3,P - P=
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Introduction
Congratulations on your decision to protect your home or business with the
OMNI-848 security system. You have chosen a reliable, state-of-the-art
security system that is remarkably easy to operate. Your system has been
professionally installed by your local Security Company whose representative
can explain the specifics of your system.
The keypad is the input and display device for your security system. Your
Security Company representative will suggest the model most appropriate for
your premises and your needs. There are three types of keypads that can be
used with this system:
LCD keypad (alpha display), Fixed-Glass keypad (2-digit display), LED keypad.
Since your system may use any of these keypads, the displays of all keypads
are described in this manual.
The OMNI-848 is listed by Underwriters Laboratories for Household Fire and
Burglary applications.
Throughout this manual, the following conventions are used to represent the
keystrokes required to perform the following functions.
STAY
BYPASS
INSTANT
CODE
Press Button labeled STAY.
Press Button labeled BYP ASS.
Press Button labeled INSTANT.
Press Button labeled CODE.
Enter 4-digit or 6-digit user code (see User Code note on page
8).
P lea se k eep you r m a n u a l in a con ven ien t loca tion so you ca n r efer to it
if n eed ed .
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System Reference
ZONE DESCRIPTIONS
In the following table, enter a description of the area of protection for each
zone.
Example: Zone 1 Windows on North side of building
Zone 4 Main entrance to building.
Zone
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Description
Zone
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
Description
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
Entry time ________ Door __________ Exit time ________
Entry time ________ Door __________
Exit time is the same for all designated entry/exit doors.
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System Reference (cont)
SEND-HELP ALERT
All k eyp a d s a r e equ ip p ed w ith em er gen cy-p a ir k eys. In or d er to
a ctiva te th e a ler t, both k eys m u st be p r essed a t th e sa m e tim e. The
type of keypad you have installed dictates which keys you press. Your
installer will show you how to activate these emergency keys. The
emergency keys used for all keypads are shown below.
The following SEND - HELP ALERT is programmed into my system:
KEYS
DESCRIPTION
[#] & [Q]
[7] & [9]
[1] & [3]
__________________________________
__________________________________
__________________________________
PAGER ALERT
If programmed, a button on a designated keyfob may also be used to send
an alert message to a pager. Ask you installer if this was done.
MONITORING STATION INFORMATION
Account #
Telephone #
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System Reference (cont)
USER CODE ASSIGNMENTS
In the following table, enter the names of the individuals assigned to each
user number.
User
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Assigned To…
User
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
Assigned To…
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
____ ____
4-digit 6-digit
USER CODE NOTE: User codes can be either 4 digits or 6 digits, depending
on installer programming. Ask your installer what type of user codes (4- or 6-
digits) are being used in your system. When performing system functions, you
must use the appropriate 4 or 6-digit user codes.
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Turning The System On
IS THE SYSTEM READY?
You can turn the burglar portion of your security system on and off. Before
you can turn the system on, it must be “ready.” If you have a protected
door open, or someone is moving in view of a motion detector, the system
will not display “READY.”
The system is ready if the READY light and the display shows:
LCD Keypad:
SYSTEM READY
PART 1
Fixed-Glass Keypad:
Ready LED lit
LED Keypad:
Ready LED lit
TO TURN THE SYSTEM ON AND LEAVE
Enter your user code.
The System On (AR M) light will go on and the display will show:
LCD Keypad:
ON: AWAY
PART 1
Fixed-Glass Keypad:
Arm LED lit
LED Keypad:
Arm LED lit
Exit through a door designated by your installer as an exit/entry door. You
must leave within the exit time programmed by your installer. Refer to the
reference sheet for the time that has been set for your system.
WHEN THE SYSTEM IS NOT READY
If the system is n ot ready to be armed, the READY light will be off and the
display will show which zone or zones are not ready. The following
conditions will be indicated by the zone lights (LED keypad) or described on
the display:
F a st Blin k .........................Alarm or tamper condition
Slow Blin k /Low In ten sity Bypass
Slow P u lse ........................Trouble, problem with RF receiver, or low
battery
Solid On .............................Zone faulted
Exa m p le: If the READY light is n ot lit and the Zon e 1 light is solid on ,
an alarm sensor on Zone 1 is faulted. This might mean that a door is open
or someone is walking in view of a motion sensor. Check all sensors on Zone
1 and resolve the problem. When all sensors are restored, the READY light
will come on and the zone light will go out. In this example, the display
shows:
NOT RDY
FRONT DOOR
ZN 1
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NOT READY
PART 1
and
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Turning The System On (cont)
Determine which zone or zones are not ready, resolve the problem, and
turn the system on normally. If the problem cannot be resolved, you may
byp a ss the zone that is not ready. Bypassing should only be done if the
problem on the zone cannot be resolved, OR if you intentionally wish to
leave the zone off. For example, you would leave the zone off if you plan to
keep the window open for ventilation. Zon es th a t a r e byp a ssed a r e n ot
p r otected w h en th e system is on . See Bypass on the following page for a
description of the procedure.
TO TURN THE SYSTEM ON AND STAY INSIDE
To turn the perimeter portion of your burglar alarm on and move around
freely inside the premises, use the STAY mode.
Check to make sure the system is ready. When it is ready, press:
STAY
followed by your user code.
When the system has been turned on successfully, the On/Off (ARM) light
and the following will display:
LCD Keypad:
ON: STAY
PART 1
Fixed-Glass Keypad:
STAY
LED Keypad:
Arm and Stay LEDs lit
REMEMBER: You must turn the system off if you want to open the door or
leave the premises after the exit time has passed.
TO TURN THE SYSTEM ON IN INSTANT MODE AND STAY INSIDE
In INSTANT STAY mode, the perimeter portion of your burglar alarm
system is on but the time delays are eliminated from your normal
entry/exit door(s). All interior protection is off, so you are free to move
around inside.
Check to make sure the system is READY. When it is ready, press:
INSTANT
followed by
STAY
followed by your user code.
When the system has been turned on successfully, the On/Off (ARM) light,
the INSTANT light, and the STAY light will all be on, and the following will
display:
LCD Keypad:
ON: STAY / INS
PART 1
Fixed-Glass Keypad:
STAY
INSTANT
LED Keypad:
Armed, Stay, and Instant
LEDs lit
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NOTE: This system can be programmed by the installer for the AUTOSTAY
feature which automatically bypasses interior zones if you arm the system
and do not exit through a delay zone during exit time.
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Turning The System On (cont)
TO TURN THE SYSTEM ON IN INSTANT MODE
In INSTANT mode, all alarm sensors including doors that normally have a
delay to allow you to turn the system off will report an alarm immediately
if activated. Check to make sure the system is ready. When it is ready,
press:
INSTANT
followed by your user code.
When the system has been turned on successfully, the On/Off light and the
Instant light will be on, and the following will display:
LCD Keypad:
ON: INSTANT
PART 1
Fixed-Glass Keypad:
INSTANT
LED Keypad:
Arm and Instant LED lit
TO BYPASS A ZONE
The Bypass function excludes a zone of protection from the security system
until it is unbypassed (either by using the unbypass procedure or when you
turn the system off). Bypassing can only be done while the system is turned
off.
Press the BYPASS button. Then enter your user code and the zone number
(1-7) to be bypassed, as follows:
BYPASS
followed by your user code†
+ ZONE #
† If the Quick Bypass feature has been enabled by the installer, do not
enter the user code when bypassing zones.
NOTE: Bypassed zones are NOT protected when the system is turned on.
After the bypass command has been accepted, the keypad sounds one long
beep, and the following will display:
LCD Keypad:
BYPASSED: ZN 01
FRONT DOOR
Fixed-Glass Keypad:
BYPASS
zone number displayed
LED Keypad:
zone LEDs of the
zone(s) bypassed slowly
blink
TO UNBYPASS A ZONE
Pressing the BYPASS button returns a bypassed zone to normal operation.
To unbypass a zone(s), repeat the bypass function as follows:
BYPASS
followed by your user code†
+ ZONE #.
After unbypassing, the zone display will show the state of the zones.
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† If the Quick Bypass feature has been enabled by the installer, do not
enter the user code when unbypassing zones.
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Turning The System Off
When you turn the system off, you turn off only the burglar portion of your
system; any smoke or heat detectors and panic keys will remain on. You
must enter through a designated entry door and turn off the system within
the time allowed. You can have different amounts of time for different
entry points. See your system reference sheet for the times established for
your system.
To turn your system off:
Enter your user code.
If no alarms have taken place, the On/Off light (labeled AR M) will go off, or
the display shows:
LCD Keypad:
SYSTEM READY
PART 1
Fixed-Glass Keypad:
Ready LED lit
LED Keypad:
Ready LED lit
If alarms occurred when the system was on, or if a trouble condition exists,
the display shows:
LCD Keypad:
ALM MEM
ZN1
Fixed-Glass Keypad:
Arm LED lit
Ready LED blinks
LED
LEDs:
Fast Blink = alarm or tamper
Slow Blink = bypass
Slow Pulse = trouble, problem
with RF receiver, or low battery
Solid On = zone faulted
Keypad,
zone
PART 1
Burglary alarms will sound a steady tone at the keypad(s), and fire alarms
will generate a pulsing sound.
IMPORTANT: If an intrusion has taken place while you were away, do not
enter until the location has been checked. Call for help from a neighbor's
house and wait there for the police.
To clear the display of alarm or trouble conditions and silence the audible
alert:
Enter your user code again.
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User Codes
TO ADD OR CHANGE A USER CODE
Users can be added or changed directly at the keypad. Your system can
have up to 64 different user codes, with each assigned to one of four
authority levels and to a primary partition. The authority level determines
the functions that user can perform. In addition, your system can be set up
for 4-digit or 6-digit user codes. Ask your installer which type of user codes
is used in your system.
To a d d or ch a n ge a u ser cod e, p r ess th e follow in g:
Master User Code
User ID (01-64)
New User Code
Auth. Level
CODE
nn
[1-4]
Au th or ity Levels
Level Functions Allowed
1
Primary Master, access all partitions, can view log and set time, assign other user codes, all
system functions
2
3
4
Secondary Master, same as primary master except cannot change the primary master’s code
User, cannot assign code and cannot bypass zones
Limited user, same as level 3, except can disarm the system only if it was armed by another
user with level 4 authority (cannot disarm if armed with user of higher authority level).
Assign in g P a r tition s to User s
When a user code is assigned, that user is automatically allowed to perform
system functions in the partition in which the user’s code is assigned. You
can also allow users to access other partitions and turn on open/close
reporting to a pager by using the #7 command as follows:
[#] [7] [master code] [user no.] [1, 2, 3, or 4]
where: master code = user with authority level 1 or 2
user no. = the user that will be assigned access to other partitions
1, 2, 3, or 4 = enter the partition(s) 1-3 you want this user to have access to
enter 4 if you want this user to send open/close reports to a pager
TO DELETE A USER CODE
To delete a user, press the Code button followed by the 4-digit master user
code. Enter the the user number, then press [*] to delete. For example, to
delete user 3, do the following:
Master User Code
User ID
* to delete
CODE
03
[*]
NOTE: User no. 1, the master user, cannot be deleted but it can be changed
using the ADD OR CHANGE user procedure.
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Miscellaneous Commands
SEND HELP ALERTS
Your system can be programmed for 3 separate keypad Send Help alerts
that would send an emergency signal to your central station. See the
System Reference sheet to see which have been programmed for your
system.
DURESS
Your system can be programmed to send an emergency signal to the
central station if you are forced to enter the premises under threat. If you
choose to include this feature, assign codes to users 60-64, which are
dedicated to this function, if programmed. Use these codes on ly under a
duress circumstance.
QUICK ON (QUICK ARMING)
If programmed by your installer, Quick On, or Quick Arming, allows you to
turn the system on to the AWAY mode without entering a user code.
Press # ., then [1].
NOTE: Turning your system Off always requires a valid user code.
QUICK FORCED ON
If programmed by your installer, Quick Forced On allows you to turn the
system on to the AWAY mode by automatically bypassing all zones that are
not ready.
Press # ., then [2].
NOTE: A valid user code is still required to turn the system off.
NOTE: This feature is disabled on UL installations.
QUICK BYPASS
If you have Quick Bypass programmed for your system, you can bypass
zones without entering your user code. The Quick Bypass procedure is:
BYPASS
2-digit Zone no. (e.g. 01 for zone 1)
NOTE: Bypassed zones are not protected when the system is turned on.
After the bypass command has been accepted, the keypad sounds one long
beep. The, or the display will show:
LCD Keypad:
BYPASSED:
PART 1
Fixed-Glass Keypad:
Bypass LED lit
LED Keypad:
Zone light of the
bypassed zone(s) will
slowly blink
ZN1
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NOTE: Temporary users (i.e. baby sitters, housekeepers, etc.) should not
be shown the Bypass procedure.
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Miscellaneous Commands (cont)
QUICK EXIT
Restarts exit delay time if the system is already armed. This allows
someone to leave after the system has been armed, without having to
disarm the system first. To restart the exit delay time, press: STAY ..
TURN CHIME ON/OFF
Chime is an optional feature that causes the keypad to beep when selected
doors are opened while the burglary protection is off or disarmed.
Only your installer can program a zone for the Chime feature, but once
programmed, you can turn Chime on or off to meet your daily needs.
To turn Chime on or off: Press # ., then [6].
ASSIGN USERS ACCESS TO OTHER PARTITIONS
You can assign users access to any of the partitions in a multi-partition
system by doing the following:
# . [7] [master code] [user number] [1, 2, 3]
where 1, 2, 3 are the partitions to which the user is authorized to access.
CHANGE PARTITION
To arm or disarm other partitions from your keypad, do the following:
# [0] [1-3, 0, 9]
where: 1-3* = the desired partition you wish to change to
0 = arms all partitions
9 = disarms all partitions
*When you enter a partition number (1-3), the system displays the current
armed state for that partition. You can then arm or disarm by entering the
arming/disarming command.
SET AUTO ON TIME
Set Auto On Time lets you set the time your system will automatically turn
on.
To set the Auto On Time: Press # , then [54] [code] [hour 00-23] [minute 00-
59].
The keypad will prompt you for the required entries.
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Miscellaneous Commands (cont)
TO VIEW AUTOARM TIME
To view the autoarm time for the partition to which the keypad is assigned,
press: # [52] [user code with authority level 1 or 2].
AUTOARM TIME:
05:00PM
(The user code is not required if so programmed by installer.)
DOOR STRIKE
To activate door strikes:
Press # , then [57], then [Door #]
If programmed, certain user codes can also be used to open a door. See
your installer for door numbers.
VIEW TIME
To view the system time, press: # [51]. A typical display is as follows:
Dec 27, 1999
08:15A
SET TIME
To set the time, press: # [3] [user code*], then follow the prompts and
enter the hour, minute, month, day, and year. All entries are 2-digit
entries.
(*The user code is not required if so programmed by installer.)
DISPLAY ZONE DIRECTORY
To view a list of the zones in the current partition, press
#
[4]. The
zones will automatically scroll.
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Using a Pager
If programmed, the system can send messages to a pager. The messages
display as follows:
ACCT E XXX
where:
"ACCT"
"E"
= the 4-digit central station no. 2 account number.
= is the event code. There are 4 event types: alarms, troubles,
openings, and closings. These event codes are as follows:
Openings = 0, Closings = 1, Alarm or Trouble = 9
= the zone (01-48) or user (1-64) designation, depending on the
event
"XXX"
If multiple events occur, the signal for the highest-priority event is sent first.
Events ranked from highest to lowest priority are alarms, trouble, open, and
close.
CHANGING THE PAGER PHONE NUMBER (FOLLOW-ME)
You can change your pager follow-me phone number as follows if your
installer enabled this feature:
1. Access pager number programming by pressing in sequence the [#], [5],
and [8] keys. An acknowledgement tone sounds to indicate pager
number programming has been accessed.
The # [5], [8] command is accessible only while the system is disarmed and
the dialer, dialer delay, and bell are not active.
In pager phone number programming mode, only the alpha keypad provides
visual display the of the numbers already programmed or numbers that are being
changed. The LED and fixed-glass style keypads provide no visual keypad
display of these numbers.
2. Enter your new pager phone number. Your new pager phone number
may consist of up to 16 characters (1-9, 0). It may be necessary to add
time to allow the pager to answer before dialing your pager number. To
enter a 2-second pause, press the [Code] key. (Entering a 2-second
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pause is optional and is not required to enter your pager phone
number.) If the [Code] key was pressed, it counts as one character. The
keypad will emit a single acknowledgement chirp as each number is
pressed.
3. Press the [#] key after you have made your pager phone number
changes. Pressing the [#] key saves your new pager number and nulls
out the remaining locations. An acknowledgement tone sounds.
To exit without saving changes, press the [T] key to exit pager phone
number programming. An acknowledgement tone sounds to indicate pager
number programming has been exited.
If you press the [T] key without first pressing the [#] key to save your new pager
phone number, the system exits the pager phone number programming mode
without saving the changes.
If no key is pressed within 10 seconds, the pager phone number programming
mode times out and exits automatically without saving any information entered.
TURN PAGER REPORTING ON/OFF FOR THE PARTITION
You can turn off the open/close reporting feature for a partition by
pressing
[#] [8]. To turn reporting back on, simply press [#] [8] again.
TURN PAGER REPORTING ON/OFF FOR A USER
You can turn on/off the open.close reporting feature for a user by doing the
following :
[#] [7] [master code] [user number] [4]
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Testing The System
SYSTEM TEST
It is r ecom m en d ed th a t you test you r system on ce a w eek u sin g th e
follow in g p r oced u r e:
NOTE: If your system is monitored, contact your central station before you
perform this test.
1. Turn your security system on.
2. Wait until your exit time is over. Then activate the system by opening a
protected zone (for example: a window or door).
3. Confirm that the alarm sounding device (bell or siren) sounds. If your
system is connected to a central station, the keypad will sound the
ringback tone to confirm that the signal was received.
4. Turn the security system off.
5. Call the central station to tell them you are finished testing.
BATTERY TEST
It is recommended that you test your battery once a month. In order to
test your backup/standby battery, the following procedure should be
followed:
1. Unplug the transformer from the AC outlet by removing the
restraining screw that secures the transformer to the wall. (NOTE:
The screw is not present on the models sold in Canada.)
2. Observe that the AC indicator light on the keypad goes off.
3. Activate your alarm by performing the above SYSTEM TEST.
Remember to contact your central station if your system is monitored.
4. Plug the transformer into the AC outlet and secure with the restraining
screw. (NOTE: the screw is not present on the models sold in Canada.)
The National Fire Protection Association publishes a standard for fire
warning equipment (NFPA publication #72). Further information can be
obtained by contacting: NFPA Public Affairs Dept., Batterymarch Park,
Quincy, MA 02269.
If you have any further questions about the operation of your system,
please contact your alarm company.
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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 (NFPA) Standard #72 noted below.
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.
In addition, the NFPA recommends that you install 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.
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Emergency Evacuation
Establish and regularly practice a plan of escape in the event of fire. The
following steps are recommended by the National Fire Protection
Association:
1. Position your detector or your interior and/or exterior sounders so that
they can be heard by all occupants.
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 is an alternative route, such as through a window, should
your normal escape path be unpassable. Station an escape ladder at
such windows if there is a long drop to the ground.
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.
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 shut
if smoke or heat rushes in.
6. When smoke is present, crawl on the ground. Do not walk upright,
since smoke rises and may overcome you. Clearer air is near the floor.
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.
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Glossary
AC INDICATOR: Small green power on-off light between the center buttons
on the keypad. When lit, the system is running on primary power; when
not lit, the system is running off the backup battery.
ALARM: Sound from keypad or other horn/siren indicates a burglar alarm,
fire alarm, or other condition you should be alerted to.
ARMED: See ON/OFF.
AWAY: A system setting that protects the premises while it is unoccupied.
All burglary sensors are active.
BURGLARY/FIRE: The two major functions of a security system. Fire
protection is always on and cannot be turned off. The burglary sensors
protect against unauthorized entry into your premises. The burglary
protection can be turned on and off and programmed for special levels of
access and notification.
BYPASS FEATURE: The Bypass feature allows you to exclude a selected
zone or zones from the burglar alarm protection.
BYPASS BUTTON: A button on the keypad used to activate the Bypass
feature.
CENTRAL STATION: The signal monitoring center contacted by your
security system over the telephone and/or other communication channels
when alarms are activated if your system is programmed to communicate
alarms off site. The central station will follow their procedures and your
instructions for contacting the proper authorities when a signal is received.
CHIME FEATURE: An optional feature that causes the keypad to chime for
one second when selected doors are opened when the burglary protection is
off or disarmed. Once programmed by your installer, you can turn Chime
on and off with #6.
DISARMED: See ON/OFF.
DURESS: Duress is a system feature that you m ay have programmed into
your system. If someone forces you to turn your system off, entering the
special Duress user code turns the system off and sends a silent duress
emergency signal to the central station so personnel there can respond
appropriately.
ENTRY DELAY: The period of time allowed between opening a designated
entry/exit door and turning off the alarm system before the system will
register an alarm condition. This is determined at the time of installation.
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Your system supports two entry times, allowing you to have a different
length of time for different doors.
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Glossary (cont)
EXIT DELAY: The period of time allowed between turning the system on
and leaving through a designated exit/entry door before the system will
register an alarm condition. This is determined at the time of installation.
INTERIOR ZONE: An interior zone is a group of points that protect the
interior of your premises. You may want to turn the perimeter portion of
your system on while leaving the interior zones off to allow you to open
interior doors and pass interior motion detectors without causing an alarm.
KEYPAD: A keypad is your link into your system. It displays alarm and
trouble messages, shows faulted zones and allows you to turn the system
on/off by using the buttons. Your system will have one or more keypads.
ON/OFF: These terms refer to the burglary portion of your security
system. There are several levels of operation that allow you to protect part
of your premises while you remain inside. Fire sensors and other
emergency and environmental features are always active and ready; they
are not affected in any way by turning the burglary portion of your security
system on or off. Other terms used are "armed" (system is on) and
"disarmed" (system is off). See ON-INSTANT, ON-STAY, and STAY.
ON/OFF INDICATOR: Red light in the upper portion of the keypad labeled
"Armed." When lit, some part of the burglar alarm system is on; when not
lit, the burglary portion of the system is off.
ON-STAY: A system setting that turns on the perimeter protection of the
building but allows movement throughout the interior.
PANIC BUTTON: A push button that allows you to signal the central station
that you need immediate assistance. Your system has programmable
Keypad Send Help Alerts that can also serve as Panic buttons.
PERIMETER ZONE: A perimeter zone is a group of points that protect the
exterior of your premises. Your outside doors and windows would be
programmed as a perimeter zone.
SENSOR: The actual alarm sensor, detector or device installed to detect an
intrusion, fire, or environmental problem. Examples include: door contacts,
window contacts, motion sensors, glassbreak sensors, smoke detectors,
rate-of-rise heat detectors, temperature sensors, flood/water sensors, and
carbon monoxide gas detectors.
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Glossary (cont)
SILENT CONDITION: Most types of alarms and troubles alert you with the
keypad sounder and the sirens, horns, or speakers located in your
premises. The intent is to advise you of the alarm or trouble and allow you
to respond promptly. The audible sounds also let an intruder know that he
has been detected and will hopefully scare him away. In some
circumstances, an audible alarm might put your life in danger. For that
reason, those alarms are programmed as silent conditions. For an example,
see DURESS.
SYSTEM: Your security system is composed of three main parts: 1) the
control panel, which functions as the system brain and the link to the
monitoring agency (central station); 2) the keypad(s), which provide you
with system status and allow you to input commands; 3) security sensors
such as door and window contacts, motion sensors, smoke detectors and
other sensors as required to detect intrusion, fire, and other conditions for
your premises.
USER CODE: A user code is a 4-digit code that is required to operate the
system. The system supports up to 64 separate user codes. The system
supports one master user who can add/delete other user codes. Two of the
user codes may be dedicated to special functions as defined by your alarm
company at the time of installation. (See the User Code List in the back of
this manual)
ZONE: A zone is a collection of sensors with common characteristics
grouped together for your operating convenience. The system will support
6 zones or groupings.
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)
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 Subpart J 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 on, the user is
encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
If using an indoor antenna, have a quality outdoor antenna installed.
Re-orient the receiving antenna until interference is reduced or eliminated.
Move the receiver 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 Guide. Unauthorized changes or
modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS
In the event of telephone operational problems, disconnect the control by removing
the plug from the RJ 31X 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 it has 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.
Th is con tr ol u n it w a s m a n u fa ctu r ed u n d er r igid qu a lity sta n d a r d s a n d
com p lies w ith a ll UL r equ ir em en ts for its in ten d ed u se. Ma in ten a n ce is best
p er for m ed by you r in sta llin g com p a n y w ith tr a in ed ser vice p er son n el.
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LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM
While this system is an advanced design security system, it does not offer guaranteed
protection against burglary, 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 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 the System may not work are as follows: 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 on the nature of the fire and/or the location 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 the 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 the protected
area approaches the temperature range of 90 degrees to 150 degrees Fahrenheit, the
detection performance can decrease.
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LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM
(cont)
Alarm warning devices such as sirens, bells or horns may not alert people or wake up
sleepers who 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 by noise from a stereo, radio,
air conditioner, other appliances, 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.
However, even if the system responds to the emergency as intended 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 in inadequate maintenance. This alarm system should be tested weekly to
make sure all sensors 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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LIMITED WARRANTY
First Alert Professional Security Systems.,. a subsidiary of Pittway Corporation, and Pittway Corporation, its divisions,
subsidiaries and affiliates ("Seller"), 175 Eileen Way, Syosset, New York 11791, warrants its security equipment (the
"product") to be free from defects in material 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 proved to be defective in materials or workmanship under normal use and service.
Seller shall 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 expressed 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 60 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 INJ URY, 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, WHILE 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 of alteration, written or verbal, to this warranty
is authorized.
First Alert Professional Security Systems
175 Eileen Way, Syosset, NY 11791
Subsidiary of Pittway Corporation
Copyright © 2000 PITTWAY CORPORATION
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