First Alert FA1600C/CA/CB manual

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– 2 – TABLE OF CONTENTS SYSTEM OVERVIEW .................................... 4 General ....................................................... 4 A Partitioned System .................................. 4 Zones .......................................................... 5 Fire Protection ............................................ 5 Burglary Prot[...]

– 3 – SPEED KEY (MACROS) .............................. 41 General Information .................................. 41 Defining ..................................................... 41 Executing .................................................. 42 ACCESS DOOR CONTRO L ........................ 43 General Information ..............................[...]

– 4 – System Overview General Congratulations on your ownership of an First Alert Partitioned Security System. You've made a wise decision in choosing it, for it represents the latest in security protection technology today. Ademco is the world's largest manufacturer of security systems and millions of premises are protected by First [...]

– 5 – System Overview (cont’d) Zones Your system's sensing devices have b een assigned to various "zones." For example, the sensing d evice on your Entry/Exit door may have been assigned to zone 001, sensing devices on windows in the master bedroom to zone 002, and so on. These numbers will appear on the display, along with an [...]

– 6 – System Overview (cont’d) The following table lists the four different arming modes and the results of each. Features For E ach Arming Mode Arming Mode Exit Delay Entry Delay Perimeter Armed Interior Armed AWAY Yes Yes Yes Yes STAY Yes Yes Yes No INSTANT Yes No Yes No MAXIMUM Yes No Yes Yes Alarms When an alarm occurs, both the keypad an[...]

– 7 – System Overview (cont’d) Using Schedules Your system may h ave been prog rammed with schedules for automatically arming, disarming and activating various devices and/or performing other system functions at predetermined times. Users can modify some of these schedules by manually delaying a closing time, using temporary schedules, or by [...]

– 8 – System Overview (cont’d) Master Keypad Operat ion A "Master" keypad is one on which the status of all 8 partitions is displayed simultaneously. A user can get more information about a certain partition by simply entering ✴ + the desired partition number (1-8). To log on to the "Master" partition (9) using the GOTO [...]

– 9 – System Overview (cont’d) • Control 4204/4204CF relays devices through the #70 Manual Relay Activation mode. Complete information regarding the use of this feature is provided in a separate manual entitled PHON E ACCESS USER'S GUID E, which accompanies the 4285 or 4286 VIP module.[...]

– 10 – About The Keypads General IMPORTANT: If the keypad beeps rapidly upon entering the premises , it indicates that an alarm has occur red during your absenc e. LEAVE IMMEDIATELY and CONTACT T HE POLICE from a nearby s afe location. Your keypads allow you to control all syst em functions. The keypads feature a telephone style (digital) keypa[...]

– 11 – Functions Of The Keypad ARMED READY Prof essional OFF AWAY STAY MAXIMUM TEST BYPASS INSTANT CODE CHIME READY 1 A B C D 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 * 0# First Alert 1 15 14 2 5 16 8 12 13 11 9 10 7 6 4 17 3 SHOWN WITH FLIP-DOWN KEY CO VER REMO VED **** **** IMPO RTANT!: When using the keypad t o enter codes and commands, sequential key depressions mu[...]

– 12 – Functions Of The Keypad (cont’d) 1. ALPHA DISPL AY W INDOW: A 2- line, 32-character Liquid Crystal Display (LC D). Displays protection point identification and system status, messages, and u ser instructions. 2. OFF KEY: Disarms the burg lary portion of the system, silences alarms and audible trouble indicators, and clears visual alarm[...]

– 13 – Functions Of The Keypad (cont’d) 10. CHIME KEY: Turns on & off the CHIME mode. When on, any entry through a protected delay or perimeter zone while the system is disarmed will cause a tone to sound at the Keypad(s). 11. READY KEY: When depressed prior to arming the system, the keypad will display all open protection zones within th[...]

– 14 – 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 t o 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[...]

– 15 – 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[...]

– 16 – Security Codes & Authority Levels (cont’d) system. T he security code must always be u sed to disarm the system, however. Authority Levels Authority levels define the system functions a particular user can perform. Depending on the authority assigned to you, there are certain system functions you may be prohibited from performing. [...]

– 17 – Security Codes & Authority Levels (cont’d) Level 7 Lim ited Use : Can arm and disarm the system for a predetermined number of times. Use #84 mode to set number of times. To view your authority level and system capabilities: 1. Enter your code + ✴ + ✴ . 2. The keypad will display the partition(s) that you are authorized to opera[...]

– 18 – Security Codes & Authority Levels (cont’d) 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 a ny key for 10 seconds. 2. System returns to normal mode. To Add a User IMPORTANT: Temporary users should not [...]

– 19 – Security Codes & Authority Levels (cont’d) RF BUTTON ? 0 = NO , 1 = YES 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. ENTER BUTTON ZN # (001-128) If assigning a button transmitte[...]

– 20 – Security Codes & Authority Levels (cont’d) PART. 1 A0 * WHSE USER 003 AUTH=3G. When all partitions have been displayed, the keypad will scroll through the partition(s) to which access ha s been assigned, a nd will display the user number, authority level and global arm option for each. The “G” after the authority level indicate[...]

– 21 – Security Codes & Authority Levels (cont’d) ADD NEW USE R? 0 = NO , 1 = YES The system will recognize that the user number is already in use and will prompt whether or not th is is a new user. En ter 0 to change the existing user's code to the code entered in step 3. USER 002 CHANGED SUCCESSFULLY The system will confirm that th[...]

– 22 – Accessing Other Partitions 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, a keypad in one partition can be used to perform system functions in other partitions by using the GOTO command. Note that only thos[...]

– 23 – Accessing Other Partitions (cont’d) Master Keypad Operat ion A "Master" keypad is one that reflects the status of the entire system (Partitions 1-8) on its display. This is useful because it eliminates the need for a security officer in a building to have to "log-on" to various partitions from one partition's k[...]

– 24 – Accessing Other Partitions (cont’d) FAULT 002 LOADING DOCK WINDOW Additional zone faults will be displayed one at a time. To display a new partition's stat us, press ✴ + [Partition No.]. This will display the status of the new partition. The "Armed" LED on a Master keypad will be lit only if all partitions have been ar[...]

– 25 – Accessing Other Partitions (cont’d) Common Lobby Operation When an installation consists of a partition that is shared by users of other partitions in a building, that shared partition may be assigned as a “common lobby” partition for the system. An example of this might be in a medical building where there are two doctors and a co[...]

– 26 – Accessing Other Partitions (cont’d) c. Arming the last partition programmed to arm the lobby will automatically attempt to arm the lobby. If any faults ex ist in the lobby partition, or another partition that affects the lobby is disarmed, the lobby cannot be armed, and the message “UNAB LE TO ARM LOBBY PARTITION” will be displayed[...]

– 27 – Accessing Other Partitions (cont’d) Other Methods of Arming/Disarming When arming or disarming a partition that affects and/or arms the common lobby in one of the following manners, lobby logic remains active: • Quick-Arm • Keyswitch • Wireless Button • Wireless Keypad[...]

– 28 – Checking For Open Zones Using the ✴ READY Ke y 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. Using the READY key will display all zones that are faulted, making it easier for you to[...]

– 29 – Displaying All Zone Descriptors Using the ✴ READY Ke y The Alpha Keypads can also disp lay all the zone descriptors that are 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 parti[...]

– 30 – Bypassing Protection Zones Using the 6 BYPASS Key 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 O FF sequence (security code plus OFF) is performed. By[...]

– 31 – Bypassing Protection Zones (cont’d) Quick Bypass Your system allows you to easily bypass all open (faulted) zones without having to enter zone numbers individually. 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 t[...]

– 32 – Arming Perimeter Only (With Ent ry Delay ON) Using the 3 STAY key Use this key when you are staying home, but might expect someone to use the entrance door later. 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 en[...]

– 33 – Arming Perimeter Only (With Entry D elay OFF) Using the 7 INSTANT Key Use this key when you are staying home and do not expect anyone to use the entrance door. 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 [...]

– 34 – Arming All Protection (With Ent ry Delay ON) Using the 2 AWAY Key Use this key when no one will be staying on the premises. 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 peri[...]

– 35 – Arming All Protection (With Entry D elay OFF) Using the 4 MAXIMUM Key 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. When armed in MAXIMUM mode, the system will sound an alarm if a protected door or window is opened, or if[...]

– 36 – Disarming And Silencing Alarms Using the 1 OFF Key The OFF key is used to disarm the system and to silence alarm and trouble sounds . See "SUMMARY O F AUDIBLE NOTIFICATIO N" section for information which will help you to distinguish between FIRE and BURGLARY alar m s ounds. IMPO RTANT: If you retur n and the main burglar y soun[...]

– 37 – Using The Keyswitch General Your system may be equipped with a keysw itch for use when arming and disarming a partition. 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[...]

– 38 – Chime Mode Using the 9 Key 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, three tones will sound at the Keypad whenever a protected perimeter door or window is opened, and the Not Ready message will be displayed. Pressing the READY key will display the open[...]

– 39 – 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. 2. The message[...]

– 40 – 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) [...]

– 41 – Speed Key (Macros) General Information The “A”, “B”, “C”, and /or “D” keys can be used to activ ate a string of commands up to 3 2 keystr okes each. T hese commands are known as a macro and are s t ored in the s ystem’s memory. Typical Speed Key functions include: • Arming sequences that involve firs t bypassi ng cert[...]

– 42 – Speed Key (Macros) (cont’d) Executing To execute a Speed Key sequence, do the following: If a lettered key, A-B -C, has been assig ned as a Speed Key, press an d hold down the appropria te key (about 2 secon ds). If a user code is required for any part of the Speed Key sequence, the following prompt appears. Otherwise, the Speed Key se[...]

– 43 – Access Door Control General Information Your system may b e set up such tha t a locked access door (such as in a lobby) can be unlocked momentarily or for a specific period of time, using a keypad command Ask your installer if this has been done in our system. Executing There are three entries that can be entered at the key pad to activa[...]

– 44 – Using #70 Relay Menu Mode General Information Your system may b e set up so that certain lights or other devices can be turned on or off by using the #70 command from either a k eypad or a telephone keypad (if 4285 or 4286 VIP module is us ed). Ask your installer if this has been done in your system. To activate relays from a keypad, ent[...]

– 45 – Using #70 Relay Menu Mode (cont’d) NN DEVICE IS OFF HIT T HE "T" KEY Voice: " voice descriptor DEV ICE nn ON/OFF . TO EXIT ENTER 00 NOW" From a keypad, press T 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[...]

– 46 – Using Schedules Delaying the Closing Time Your system's programmed schedules may automatically arm the system at a predetermined time. In the event a user must stay on the premises later than usual, users with master or manager authority levels can manually delay the automatic arming (closing ) time up to 2 hours. To delay the closi[...]

– 47 – Using Schedules (cont’d) Schedules are comprised of an arming (closing) time window and a disarming (opening) time window. A time window is simply a defined period of time, at the end of which arming or disarming will occur. Before programming a temporary schedule, use a worksheet similar to the one below to plan your schedule. This wi[...]

– 48 – Using Schedules (cont’d) MON DISARM WIND. 07:45AM 08:45AM The cursor will be positioned on the tens of hours digit of the start time for Monday's disarm window. Enter th e desired hour. Press * to move to the minutes field. Th e minutes are entered in the same manner. The AM/P M indication is chang ed by hitting any key, 0 -9, whi[...]

– 49 – Using Schedules (cont’d) DAYS ? MTWTFSS HIT 0-7 X X This is the prompt that actually activa tes the temporary schedule, and allows the temporary schedule to be customized to a particular week's needs. To select the days which are to be activated, enter the desired number 1-7 (Monday = 1). An "X" w ill appear under that d[...]

– 50 – Programming Device Timers General Information Device timers consist of an ON time & an OFF time, and selected days of the week in which they are active. There are up to 20 timers that can be used to control various devices, such as lights or appliances. Your installer will have programmed the appropriate devices into the system (up t[...]

– 51 – Programming Device Timers (cont’d) See your ins taller for device num bers . 00 ENTER OUTP UT# 00 Enter the desired output device number (1- 32). As the number is entered, the device's description will appear. To delete a previously prog rammed timer, enter 00 as the output number. 00 ON TIME ? 00:00 PM Enter the time you want the[...]

– 52 – Programming Device Timers (cont’d) 00 DAYS? MTWTFSS HIT 0-7 X X Select the days on which th e device is to be activated by entering 1-7 (Monday = 1). An "X" will appear under that day, indicating the output for that day is active. Entering a day's number again will deactivate that day. Pressing 0 will turn all days on/of[...]

– 53 – Event Log Procedures General Information The system has the ability to record various events in a history log wherein each event is recorded in one of five categories (listed below), with the time and date of its occurrence. The Event Log holds up to 512 events, with the oldest event being replaced by the logging of any new event after t[...]

– 54 – Event Logging Procedures (continued) 4. Use the [3] & [1] keys (for nex t and previous categories respec- tively) to display the categories of events. Press [8] to select a category and display the first event. Press [8] again for th e next previous event. Shows burglary alarm occurred in zone 3 (C03) of partition 1 (P1), at 12:02AM [...]

– 55 – Testing The System (To Be Conducted Weekly) Using the 5 TEST Key The TEST key puts your system into Test mode, which allows each protection point to be checked for proper operation. 1. Disarm the system and close all protected windows, doors, etc. READY should be d i s p layed . TEST 2. Enter your security code and press the 5 key. 3. Th[...]

– 56 – Testing The System (cont’d) 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 identi[...]

– 57 – Fire Alarm System 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 heat detectors will automatically send signals to your Control/Communicator, triggering a loud interrupting sound from the keypad. An interrupted sound will also be p[...]

– 58 – Fire Alarm System (cont’d) 2. If the keypad does not indicate a READY condition after the second OFF sequence, press the READY key to d isplay 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. Should this be the case, eliminate the source of heat[...]

– 59 – Fire Alarm System (cont’d) 2. The test may be stopped by entering any security code and pressing OFF . NOTE: The system continues to monitor all 24 hour zones (fire, panic, etc.), while this test is active, and will end the test when an alarm condition is detected. This test should be conducted at periodic intervals as determined by th[...]

– 60 – Trouble Conditions Typical Trouble Displays The word CHECK or TRBL 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 trouble conditions, press any key. • A display of “CHECK” or “TRBL” accompanied b[...]

– 61 – Trouble Conditions (cont’d) 970: Bell 1 Output 975: Dialer 2 971: Bell 2 Output 988: 2 nd RF Receiver – not receiving 972: Earth Ground Fault signals 973: J2 Trigger Output 990: 1 st RF Receiver – not receiv ing 974: Dialer 1 signals 997: Polling Loop Short • A display of " COMM. FAILUR E " at the Keypad indicates that [...]

– 62 – Trouble Conditions (cont’d) Power Failure If the POWER indicator is off, operating power for the system has stoppe d and is inoperative. CALL FOR SERVICE IM MEDIATELY. If the POWER indicator is on, but the message " AC LOS S " is displayed, the Keypad is operating on battery power only. If only some lights are out on the prem[...]

– 63 – Recommendations For Proper Protection THE FOLLOWI NG RECOMME NDATIONS FO R THE LOCA TION OF FIRE AND BURGLARY DETE CTION DEVICES HELP PROVIDE PROPER COVERAGE FOR THE PROTECT ED PREMISES. Recommendations For Smoke And Heat Detectors With regard to the number and placement of smoke/heat detectors, we subscribe to the recommendations contai[...]

– 64 – Recommendations For Proper Protection (cont’d) DINING KITCHEN BEDROOM BEDROOM BEDROOM BEDROOM LIVING ROOM ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ ▲ ▲ BEDROOM BDRM BDRM DINING LIVING ROOM TV ROOM KITCHEN ■ ■ ■ ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪✪ ✪ ▲ ✪ ✪ ✪ BEDROOM BEDROOM TO BR ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ LVNG RM BASEMENT KTCHN ▲ ▲ . CLOSED DOOR GARAGE ▲ S[...]

– 65 – Recommendations For Proper Protection (cont’d) Recommendations For Proper Intrusion Protection For proper intrusion coverage, sensors should be located at every possible point of entry to a home or commercial premises. This would include any skylights that may be present, and the upper windows in a multi-level building. In addition, we[...]

– 66 – 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 [...]

– 67 – Maintaining Your System Taking Care of 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. 1. Test y our system weekly. 2. Test the system after any alarm occurs (see TESTING THE [...]

– 68 – Maintaining Your System (cont’d) Note: The low battery message comes on as a warning that battery replacement in indicated sensor(s) is due within 30 day s. 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. Silencing [...]

– 69 – Quick Guide To System Functions FUNCTION PRO CEDURE COMM ENTS Check Zones Press [ ✱ ]. To view faulted zones when system not ready. Displ ay Al l Descrip tors Press and hold [ ✱ ] for 5 seconds. Dis plays all alpha descr iptors programmed by installer . Arm System Enter c ode. Press ar ming key desired(AWAY, ST AY, INSTANT, MAXIMUM) [...]

– 70 – Quick Guide To System Functions (cont’d) FUNCTION PRO CEDURE COMM ENTS Change a User's Code Enter master/manager code. Press CO DE [8]. Enter user's 3-digit number. Enter new code for that us er. Press 0 ( No) at prompt. Master & Manager lev el users can c hange their own or other us ers' codes. Delete a User Enter m[...]

– 71 – Summary Of Audible Notification (Alpha Display Keypads) SOUND CAUSE DISPLAY LOUD, INTERRUP TED* Keypad & Externa l FIRE ALARM FIRE is displ ay ed; descript or of z one in alarm is displ ayed. LOUD, CONTINUOUS* Keypad & Externa l BURGLARY/ AUDIBLE E M E RGENCY ALARM ALARM is dis pl ay ed; descript or of z one in alarm is also d is[...]

– 72 – Glossary The following 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 burg lary system is turned OFF, and must be rearmed to become operational. However, even in a “disarmed” state, “emerge[...]

– 73 – UL NOTICE: This is a “GRADE A” system. “FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) P art 15 STATEMENT” This equipment has been tested to FCC requirem ents 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[...]

– 74 – “FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) P art 68 NOTICE This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the fr ont cover of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registr ation number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If reques ted, this infor mation mus t be prov ided[...]

– 75 – CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS (DOC ) STATEMENT NOTICE The Canadian Department of Communic ations label identifi es certified equipment . This cert ification m eans that the equipment meets certai n telecommunic ations network protec tive, operat ional and saf ety requirements . The Department does not guarantee the equip ment wil[...]

– 76 – WARNING! THE LIMIT ATIONS OF T HIS 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 com mercial or residential, is subject to compromise or failure to warn for a variety of reasons. For exam ple: • Intrude[...]

– 77 – WARNING! THE LIMIT ATIONS OF T HIS 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 [...]

–78– Index #70 command ........................................ 44 4285 or 4286 VIP modu le ................. 8, 44 AC Loss .................................................. 62 Access Another Partition ...................... 22 Access Doo r ........................................... 43 Add a User............................................. 1[...]

– 79 – Low Battery ........................................... 67 Low Battery Warning ........................... 68 LSENS ................................................... 61 macro ..................................................... 41 Macros...................................................... 6 Manager ..................................[...]

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