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POWER

APFWKGSM – GSM WIRELESS ALARM

OPERATING Manual

SAFETY

Before proceeding with the installation, please note the following safety warnings:

DO NOT connect the mains supply directly to the products, this will cause permanent damage to
the products.

Control panel is for indoor use only. Avoid mounting location which can expose this product to splashing or
dripping liquid.

Always follow the manufacturer’s advice when using any tools power tools, ladder/steps,. using steps or

ladders, and wear suitable protective equipment (e.g. safety goggles) when drilling holes, etc. The use of ear

protectors are advisable when working in close proximity to the Control Panel’s Siren when the front panel

cover is removed due to the high sound level produced. Before drilling holes in walls, check for hidden

electricity cables and water pipes. The use of a cable/pipe locator is advisable if in doubt. Batteries (battery

pack or batteries installed) should not be exposed to excessive heat. Danger of damage to the unit may occur

if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. (Do not mix batteries type).

IMPORTANT – Please read this manual carefully, in full, before commencing

Installation. You will find installation easier if you follow these steps in the
sequence shown.

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Table of Contents

SECTION 1 – OVERVIEW OF SYSTEM .......................................................... - 5 -

1.1 – System Feature............................................................................................................................. - 5 -

1.2 – Contents .......................................................................................................................................... - 5 -

1.3 – Tools Required .............................................................................................................................. - 6 -

1.4 – Explanation of Terms ................................................................................................................. - 6 -

SECTION 2 – INSTALLING YOUR SYSTEM .................................................. - 6 -

2.1 – Location of components ............................................................................................................ - 6 -

2.2 – Fixing the Control Panel ............................................................................................................ - 8 -

2.3 – PCB .................................................................................................................................................... - 9 -

2.4 – How to inset your SIM Card ..................................................................................................... - 9 -

2.5 – Extension speaker ..................................................................................................................... - 10 -

SECTION 3 – FACTORY DEFAULT SETTING .............................................. - 10 -

SECTION 4 – MAINS CONNECTION ........................................................... - 11 -

SECTION 5 – FIRST POWER UP .................................................................. - 12 -

SECTION 6 – HOW TO SET UP THE SYSTEM ............................................. - 13 -

6.1 – Set Mobile Number .................................................................................................................... - 13 -

6.1.1 – Entering Master Program Mode ............................................................................................ - 13 -

6.1.2 – Setting the Mobile Phone Number ........................................................................................ - 13 -

6.1.3 – Setting the Mobile Phone Name ............................................................................................ - 14 -

6.1.4 – Deleting the Mobile Phone Number ...................................................................................... - 15 -

6.2 – Setup Programs .......................................................................................................................... - 15 -

6.2.1 – Full mode Setting .................................................................................................................... - 15 -

6.2.2 – Part mode Setting ................................................................................................................... - 16 -

6.2.3 – Setting zone function .............................................................................................................. - 16 -

6.2.4 – Setting Delay Time function .................................................................................................. - 17 -

6.3 – Setup Zones Name .................................................................................................................... - 17 -

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6.3.1 – Setting Zone Name ................................................................................................................. - 17 -

6. 4 – Change Code .............................................................................................................................. - 18 -

6. 4.1 – Changing Master Code .......................................................................................................... - 18 -

6. 5 – Setup system .............................................................................................................................. - 19 -

6.5.1 – Entering Bell Time ................................................................................................................... - 19 -

6.5.2 – How to Set Time ...................................................................................................................... - 19 -

6.5.3 – Entering Set Date .................................................................................................................... - 20 -

6.5.4 – Setting GSM Signal Level Display .......................................................................................... - 21 -

6.5.5 – Restoring to factory setting using menu.............................................................................. - 21 -

6. 6 – View Event Log .......................................................................................................................... - 21 -

6.7 – Test System ................................................................................................................................. - 22 -

6.7.1 – How to Test Speaker .............................................................................................................. - 22 -

6.7.2 – How to perform Walk Test ..................................................................................................... - 23 -

6.7.3 – How to perform SMS test set ................................................................................................ - 23 -

6.8 – Setup Wireless Device ............................................................................................................. - 24 -

6.8.1 – How to pair wireless remote key .......................................................................................... - 24 -

6.8.2 – How to delete all wireless remote keys ............................................................................... - 25 -

6.8.3 – How to learn a wireless zone ................................................................................................ - 25 -

6.8.4 – How to delete a wireless zone .............................................................................................. - 26 -

6.8.5 – How to delete all wireless zones ........................................................................................... - 26 -

6.9 – How to Exit Master Program Menu ..................................................................................... - 26 -

SECTION 7 – USING SYSTEM ...................................................................... - 27 -

7.1 – Setting the System .................................................................................................................... - 27 -

7.1.1 – Using the keyboard on control panel to setup .................................................................... - 27 -

7.1.2 – How to use SMS to set the system ....................................................................................... - 28 -

7.1.3 – Disarming the System ............................................................................................................ - 28 -

7.1.4 – How to use SMS to reset the system ................................................................................... - 28 -

7.1.5 – How to DISARM the Alarm and RESET the system ............................................................ - 29 -

7.1.6 – How to use Panic Alarm on keypad ...................................................................................... - 29 -

7.1.7 – How to use Panic Alarm on wireless key ............................................................................. - 29 -

7.1.8 – SMS Content of feedback for system action ....................................................................... - 30 -

SECTION 8 – MAINTENANCE ...................................................................... - 30 -

SECTION 9 – TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ................................................ - 30 -

SECTION 10 – SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................ - 32 -

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APPENDIX 1 – EVENT LOG MESSAGES ...................................................... - 34 -

APPENDIX 2 – ZONE - LOCATION TABLE .................................................. - 35 -

DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING........................................................................ - 35 -

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POWER

Section 1 – Overview of System

This brilliant system incorporates a quad band GSM module to notify you by phone and SMS when

the alarm is triggered.

The system is easy to set up and to operate, utilising wireless PIR detectors and reed switches, so
there's virtually no wiring at all. Fully featured with up to ten zones, remote arm and disarm function
and battery backup. This system allows you to cater for all your security needs in one system while
giving you peace of mind. Supplied with the alarm control unit, loud 120dB siren, a wireless PIR
detector and wireless reed switch and two wireless remote controls.

1.1 – System Feature

• 10 wireless zones.

• Maximum 4 wireless remote key.

• 10 Zones programmable for Delay zone or Immediate zone.

• Output for External Siren.

• 1 Full set and 1 fully selectable part set programs.

• 100 events memory for event log.

• Programmable timers for exit/entry and bell cut off

• Walk Test mode

• Quick set system

• Non-volatile memory for protection of master program and event log.

1.2 – Contents

- GSM Wireless Alarm Control Panel (CU) (One Unit)

This is the heart of the system. It receives signals from detectors.
Accepts input from a user and activates warning devices such as
siren and strobe lights.

- Wireless Door/Window Contact Detector (MC)(One Pair)
Uses a magnetically operated switch to sense the opening/closing of door or window.

- Wireless Movement / Passive Infrared Detector (PIR) (One Unit)
The PIR uses Infra-Red technology to sense body heat of a moving person. One unit
can cover an entire room.

- Wireless Remote Key (One Unit)
Used for full arming, part arming or disarming the system. In addition it is used for the
panic function. (fitted with 3V CR2032 lithium coin cell)

- External Sounder (One Unit)
Gives audible and visual indication of an alarm condition.

- Other accessories

External AC adaptor(One Unit)
The CU is pre-programmed to recognize the PIR/MC/Remote Key for immediate
operation after power supply is being connected properly.

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1.3 – Tools Required

• Large and small slotted screwdrivers

• Large and small Phillips screwdrivers

• Power drill

• Hammer

• 5mm, 8mm and 10mm masonry drill bits

• Sharp knife

• Wire cutters & wire stripper

•

Ladder or other safe working platform

1.4 – Explanation of Terms

Zone – A logical area that is monitored by one detector.
Disarm – It is the normal state of the system when the house is occupied. Enter your

four-digit user PIN code would return to OFF state.
Full Alarm (ARM state) – The CU will sound full alarm (internal siren) when it receives

alarm signals.
Part Arm (Home state) – Arming the system so that certain zones omitted (i.e. will not

trigger an alarm).

Entry/Exit Zone – The CU recognize MC zone as entry and/or exit zone.
OK Beep – Rapid double tone; it indicates correct operation.
Error Beep – Long single tone; it indicates incorrect operation.

Section 2 – Installing your System

2.1 – Location of components

GSM Wireless Alarm Conrol Panel (CU) – Location

In choosing a suitable location you should bear in mind:

 The need to reach the keypad easily, within the 99 seconds of entering and leaving

the premises ( ideally passing one detector).

 The Alarm panel should not be visible from the exterior of the protected premises.
 Reception of radio signals can be affected by the presence of metal objects within a

few feet of the CU. (E.g. mirrors, central heating radiators, garage doors and cars
parked in garages on the opposite side of the wall. Avoid any location which is near
(within 60cm) to these or any other large metal objects.

Having chosen the location, do not mount at this stage.

Wireless Door/Window Contact Detector (MC) – Location

 These parts contain a radio transmitter and should not be situated

near large metal objects.

 Contains two parts. The larger one (the actual detector) contains

the batteries and the electronics. The smaller part is simply a
magnet inside.

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PIR

2 - 2.5M

 Designed to detect a door or window opening. The detector is usually

mounted next to it on the door or window. For optimum wireless range, they
should be mounted as high as possible.

 In most applications, it is fitted to the front door.

Having chosen the location, do not mount at this stage.

Wireless Movement / Passive Infrared Detector (PIR) – Location

 The detector should not be mounted near to

large metal objects or on metal surfaces. It
needs to be mounted on a wall or in corner at a
height of approximately 2-2.5 meters for the
best general coverage in an average room. The
detector has been designed to avoid false alarms,
nevertheless, it is best to avoid installing the unit
where it is facing directly at sources of heat such
as fires and boilers and always try to avoid facing
at the window. A PIR can face at a radiator but
should not be situated above it.

 Do not position a PIR where its field of view may be obstructed (e.g. by

curtains.)
Also, note that PIR works best when sensing a movement across rather than along
their detection beams.

 Allowing for pets – The PIR senses moving body heat. In some cases, the

movement of pets may also be detected. To overcome this it is recommended that
the pets are kept in one specific room out of sight of a PIR when the system is
armed.

Having chosen the location, do not mount at this stage.

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2.2 – Fixing the Control Panel

CAUTION: When positioning the control panel ensure that it is located in a dry place.

Step 1. Remove the backgraund cover(s) from the base assembly.

Step 2. Carefully remove the board by taking away screws at both edges

Step 3. Fit the panel to wall with suitable fixings. Ensure the
wall surface is flat to prevent base distortion. There are
cable entry holes provided in the rear of the base and
around the outside edges through the thinned out
plastic sections which may be cut away as required.

Step 4. The hole provided adjacent to the mains
transformer is a dedicated mains cable entry point.

Mounting hole

Cable Entry

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BACK LIGHT

- +
EXTERNAL
SIREN

~ ~
15V
AC IN

2.3 – PCB

CAUTION: Always power-down the panel when wiring external circuits, to prevent

damage to the panel electronics.
Systematically wire and test each circuit:

• Zone and Tamper circuit

• Finish by wiring any additional extension speaker sounders and the 13V supply.

2.4 – How to inset your SIM Card

When you insert the SIM card into panel ensure all power supply of panel is cut off.
a. Open the cover of card hold tray.

b. Insert the SIM card to the cover.
c. Close the cover and slide into the lock.

Tamper button

Press key back light on 5s

Back light constantly on

GSM Sim card tray

a)

b) c)

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2.5 – Extension speaker

Extension speaker may be connected to the loudspeaker terminals to produce high
volume alarm tones.

External speaker connects to control panel

Extension speakers may be wired across the speaker terminals(Red to +and Black to -).
Mounted in convenient positions within the installation the extension speakers will
reproduce one of the alarm tones generated by itself.

Section 3 – Factory Default Setting

Defaulting Master code

1. Disconnect all power source to the unit

2. Repower system - After initializatied the alarm will start

3. Press & KEYS simultaneously for 5 seconds - this process takes around
10 seconds.

4. After Master Reset, enter 1 2 3 4 to silence alarm

System Status

Master code : 1234

Bell time : 3 minutes
System Time : 00:00:00
System Date : 01-01-12
Alarm INFO text is Null
Zone type : Security
GSM Receiving Signal Level Display : On

SET Mode

Full mode:

Zone 1-10 : Delay
Exit Mode : Timed Exit
Delay Time : 30 sec

Part 1 mode:

Zone 1-10 : Immediate
Exit Mode : Timed Exit
Delay Time : 30 sec

Extension Speaker

SET

RESET

~ ~
15V
AC IN

- +
EXTERNAL
SIREN

BACK LIGHT

‘-’(Black)

‘+’(Red)

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Section 4 – Mains Connection

The mains power should be connected using an AC/ AC Adaptor(AC230V/AC15V,
500mA).

CAUTION: To avoid the risk of electrical shock you must always totally isolate the mains
supply before opening the control panel cover(s).
On connecting the mains supply to the panel the power indicator is lit. Power

Testing the System
Complete the wiring of the system and then:

• Fully test the system and ensure it is fault free.

• Fully program the system.

• Fill in the installation log at the back of the manual and retain if for future reference.

Extenal 15V adaptor

GSM Wireless Panel