INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
© 1993 Digital Security Controls Ltd.
1645 Flint Road, Downsview, Ontario, Canada M3J 2J6
Printed in Canada 29000144 R1
LCD-6OO SECURITY ST ATION
Table of Contents
Introduction 1
About Your Security System 1
Trouble and Armed LED Displays 2
System Information 3
Master Code Description 4
Arming 4
“At-Home” Arming 5
Split Arming the Panel 5
Disarming 5
If an Alarm Sounds 6
Alarm Memory Display 6
Zone Bypassing 6
Viewing Trouble Conditions 7
LCD-600 Controls and Display Description 8
Testing 10
Keypad Zones 11
Quick-Arm Feature 11
Door Chime Feature 12
Alarm Test 1 2
Programming Security Codes 13
Master Code 13
Additional Codes 13
One-Time Use Code 14
Fire Alarm Operation 15
Fire Safety in the Home 15
Household Fire Safety Audit 15
Family Escape Planning 1 6
Maintenance
Limited Warranty
Maintenance
With normal use, the system requires minimum maintenance. The following points
should be observed.
1.Do not wash the security station with a wet cloth. Light dusting with a barely
damp cloth should remove normal accumulations of dust.
2.The battery/ bell test is designed to determine battery condition, however it is
recommended that the stand-by batteries be replaced every three years.
3.For other system devices such as smoke detectors, passive infrared, ultrasonic
or microwave motion detectors or glassbreak detectors, consult the respective
manufacturer’s literature for testing and maintenance.
Limited Warranty
Digital Security Controls Ltd. warrants that for a period of twelve months from the
date of purchase, the product shall be free of defects in materials and
workmanship under normal use and that in fulfillment of any breach of such
warranty, Digital Security Controls Ltd. shall, at its option, repair or replace the
defective equipment upon return of the equipment to its factory. This warranty
applies only to defects in parts and workmanship and not to damage incurred in
shipping or handling, or damage due to causes beyond the control of Digital
Security Controls Ltd. Such as lightning, excessive voltage, mechanical shock,
water damage, or damage arising out of abuse, alteration or improper application
of the equipment.
The foregoing warranty shall apply only to the original buyer, and is and shall be
in lieu of any and all other warranties, whether expressed or implied and of all
other obligations or liabilities on the part of Digital Security Controls Ltd. This
warranty contains the entire warranty. Digital Security Controls Ltd. neither
assumes, nor authorizes any other person purporting to act on its behalf to modify
or to change this warranty, nor to assume for it any other warranty or liability
concerning this product.
In no event shall Digital Security Controls Ltd. be liable for any direct or indirect or
consequential damages, loss of anticipated profits, loss of time or any other
losses incurred by the buyer in connection with the purchase, installation or
operation or failure of this product.
Warning
Digital Security Controls Ltd. recommends that the entire system be completely
tested on a regular basis. However, despite frequent testing, and due to, but not
limited to, criminal tampering or electrical disruption, it is possible for this product
to fail to perform as expected.
Family Escape Planning
There is often very little time between the detection of a fire and the time it
becomes deadly. It is thus very important that a family escape plan be developed
and rehearsed.
1.Every family member should participate in developing the escape plan.
2.Study the possible escape routes from each location within the house and
since many fires occur at night, special attention should be given to the
escape routes from sleeping quarters.
3.It is essential that escape from a bedroom be possible without opening the
interior door. To facilitate such an escape:
• Make sure that doors and/or windows that open to the outside are easily
opened. e.g. not painted shut.
• If opening the exit means, or simply making the exit may be too difficult for
children, the elderly or handicapped, plans for rescue should be developed.
This includes making sure that those who are to perform the rescue can
promptly hear the fire warning signal.
• If the exit means is above the ground level, an approved fire ladder or rope
should be provided as well as training in its use.
• Exits on the ground level should be kept clear, e.g. remove snow from exterior
patio doors.
• The family should have a predetermined assembly point where everyone can
be accounted for, e.g. across the street or at a neighbours.
• Once everyone is out of the house call the Fire Department.
• A good plan emphasizes quick escape. Do not investigate first or attempt to
fight the fire and do not attempt to rescue valuables or pets as this takes up
valuable time. Once outside, do not re-enter the house. Wait for the fire
department.
• Write the plan down and rehearse frequently so that should an emergency
arise, everyone will know what they are to do. Revise the plan as conditions
change, e.g. more or fewer family member or changes to the house.
• Make sure your fire warning system is operational by conducting weekly tests
as noted elsewhere in this manual. If you are unsure about system operation,
contact your installing dealer.
• It is recommended that you contact your local fire department and request
further information on home fire safety and escape planning. If available, have
your local fire prevention officer conduct an in-house fire safety inspection.
Introduction
The LCD-600 Security Station provides easy to understand English language
information about the status of your security system and makes daily operation
simple by prompting the user through each operation.
The LCD-600 eliminates the need to memorize key sequences to perform system
functions but, you must memorize your Master Security Code and any additional
Security Codes you have programmed into the system.
The keypad sounding device provides audible feedback each time a key is
pressed and with unique audible sequences it signals troubles and the correct or
incorrect entry of information.
About Your Security System
Your DSC security equipment has been designed to give you the greatest
possible flexibility and convenience. The LCD-600 Security Station will guide you
through each operation with English language prompts. Read this manual carefully
and have your installer instruct you on system operation and on which features
have been implemented on your system. All users of this system should be
equally instructed in its use. Fill out the SYSTEM INFORMATION page and store
this manual in a safe place for future reference.
Fire Detection
This equipment is capable of monitoring fire detection devices such as smoke
detectors and providing a warning alarm if a fire condition is detected. Good fire
detection depends on having adequate numbers of fire detectors placed in
appropriate locations. This equipment should be installed in accordance with
N.F.P.A. standard #74 (N.F.P.A. Batterymarch Park, Quincey MA 02269). Carefully
review the Family Escape Planning guidelines in this manual.
Note: Your installer must enable the fire detection portion of this equipment
before it becomes functional.
IMPORTANT NOTE
A security system cannot prevent emergencies. It is only intended to alert
you and, if included, a monitoring station of an emergency situation.
Security systems are generally very reliable but they may not work under all
conditions and they are not a substitute for prudent security practices or
life and property insurance. Your security system should be installed and
serviced by qualified security professionals who should instruct you on the
level of protection that has been provided and on system operation.
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