DSC WLS900 User Manual

Table of Contents

WLS900 Wireless Security System

1 Introduction 2
2 Using the Keypad 3
3 Arming the System 4

3A - Arming Levels; 4
3B - Arming the System in the Away Mode 4
3C - Improper Arming Warning 4
3D - Arming the System in the Home Mode 5

4 Disarming the System 6

4A - Disarming the System During the Entry
Delay 6
4B - Disarming the System from Away Mode
or Home Mode 6
4C - Disarming the System with Alarms In
Memory 6
4D - Alarm Memory and Alarm History 7
4E - Quick Exit Feature 7

5 System Status Messages 8

5A - System In Use 8
5B - Communications Successful 8
5C - Communications Cancelled 8
5D - Fire Troubles 8
5E - Sensor Faults 9
5F - Tamper Faults 9
5G - System Not Ready 9
5H - No Response From Controller 9
5I - System Ready 1 0
5J - Alarms in Memory 10
5K - Bypassed Zones 10

5L - Trouble Present 10
5M - Trouble Conditions 11
5N - Sensor Low Battery 11

6 Bypassing Zones 12
7 Master Code Functions 13

7A - Setting the Date and Time 13
7B - Door Chime 14
7C - Changing Access Codes 14
7D - Replacing System Components 1 5
7E - Alarm History 16
7F - Walk Testing Your System 16

8 Sounder Functions 18
9 Replacing Batteries 19

9A - Tips for Buying Batteries 19
9B - Required Batteries 19
9C - Door or Window Sensor 20
9D - Sounder 20
9E - Motion Detector 20
9F - Keypad 21
9G - Smoke Detector 21
9H - After Installing New Batteries 21

10 Fire Safety in the Home 22

Household Fire Safety 22
Family Escape Planning 22

11 System Overview 23
Warning 24
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Your installing company is,

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Your monitoring station is,

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1 INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your selection of the DSC WLS900 Wireless Security System. The WLS900 Wireless
Security System has been designed to provide you with a dependable and flexible security system that is
easy to operate and maintain. The system uses radio signals to link its components together. Wireless
technology allows for great flexibility in locating the system’s components; only the controller and the
sounders need to be located where they can be plugged into an electrical outlet.

Each of the system’s components is designed to perform a specific function within the security system.
The Keypad is the part of the system you will be using the most; it is used to arm and disarm the
system, and to display messages about system operation. The keypad screen displays messages in
plain language to tell you what the system is doing, and to guide you through system operation.

The Controller contains the electronics that control the security system. When an alarm is generated, the
controller will activate the Sounder and will, if programmed to do so, contact your monitoring station to
report the alarm. The controller can be located anywhere a telephone line connection and an electrical
outlet is available. Along with its electrical transformer, the controller also has a rechargeable backup
battery that will operate the system should there be a power failure.

The Sounder is used to alert you when an alarm has occurred. The sounder is also used to indicate
with various sounds that certain system activities are being performed. The sounder should be located
centrally so that it may be heard clearly when it is activated. The sounder requires an electrical outlet
for its transformer.

Motion detectors are designed to detect the movements of an intruder. Motion detectors will generate
an alarm if they detect motion when the system is armed. Care should be taken not to block the view of
your motion detectors. If you can't see them they can't see the intrudor. Your installer will tell you where
motion detectors have been installed and what areas they protect.

Door or Window Sensors are used to indicate when a door has been opened. If a door or window
sensor is activated when the system is armed, an alarm will sound. A sensor can also be set by your
installer to have “entry/exit delays”. These delays allow time for you to activate a sensor when entering
or leaving the premises without causing an alarm. Your installer will tell you where door or window
sensors have been installed, and which sensors have these delays.

Smoke Detectors sound an alarm when smoke from a fire is detected. The fire detection part of your
security system is designed to provide you with an early warning of a possibly dangerous situation; your
installer will explain to you how your fire detection system works and how it should be maintained. For

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Test Your System Regularly

To ensure that your system continues to function as intended, it is important that you test your system
regularly. Refer to “Walk Testing Your System” in the Master Codes section of this manual, and read and
follow the instructions carefully. If your system does not function properly or if you have any questions
about testing your system, call your installer for service or assistance.

Important Notice

A security system cannot prevent emergencies. It is only intended to alert you 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
inform you of the level of protection that has been provided, and instruct you on system operations.

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2 USING THE KEYPAD

The Keypad is designed to make your system easy to use. Messages describing system status and
operation are displayed on the Keypad screen in plain language, an easy to follow menu will guide you
through all aspects of system operation. Operating the system is as easy as answering “Yes” or “No” to
the questions presented on the Keypad’s screen.

The Keypad’s Inactive State

When the keypad is not being used, it will be in an inactive state to conserve its batteries. When inactive,
the screen will be blank. Note that the keypad will automatically return to its inactive state after 30
seconds if no keys are pressed. To wake up the keypad and begin to operating the system, press the
key and then enter your personal Access Code.

Adjusting the Keypad Screen Contrast

With the keypad in its inactive state, press
displayed, you may adjust the contrast of the screen display by pressing and
holding the or Keys. Press and hold to increase the contrast, and

to decrease the contrast. When adjusted as desired, enter your personal

Access Code.

Using the Keys

The keys on the Keypad are used as described below:

Number Keys

Arrow Keys

Key The Key is used to cancel an incorrect entry. For example, if you make a mistake while entering

Key To activate a Fire Alarm*, press and hold the Key for 2 seconds; this will activate

Key To activate an Auxiliary Alarm*, press and hold the Key for 2 seconds; this will

Key To activate a Panic Alarm*, press and hold the Key for 2 seconds. If programmed

to and are used to enter Access Codes to arm and disarm the system. The Number

Keys are also used to change Access Codes and set the Date and Time.

and are used to answer “Yes” and “No” to questions displayed on the Keypad, and
to display or select system options and functions. Use
answer “No”. The Arrow Keys are also used to move from one screen to another; moving
from one screen to another is called “scrolling”. Use the
next screen, use the

your Access Code, press

Key is also used to return to the beginning of a list of Menus. While scrolling through

The
a list of options, press the

a loud pulsing or loud steady alarm (your installer will inform you of how the alarm will
sound). To silence an Key alarm, enter your Access Code. If programmed by your
installer, the alarm will be reported to your monitoring station.

activate a silent alarm (the Sounder will not be activated). If programmed by your installer,
the alarm will be reported to your monitoring station. When the alarm has been reported
to the monitoring station, the Sounder will sound several beeps.

by your installer, this will send a report to your monitoring station. This alarm may be
programmed as a silent alarm; your installer will inform you of whether or not the Sounder

will be activated when the
Access Code.

Key to select the option displayed on the screen.

to clear the mistake, and then enter your Access Code again.

Key to return to the beginning of the list.

Key is pressed. To silence a Key alarm, enter your

*May not be programmed if keypads are in a public place.

. When this message is

to answer “Yes”, and to

Key to “scroll” forward to the

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3 ARMING THE SYSTEM

3A - Arming Levels;

The system is designed for simple and easy arming.
“Disarmed” - When the system is “Disarmed”, it is still providing protection with,

1.keypad emergency buttons, P, A, or F,

2.smoke or fire detection devices,

3.possibly 24-hour sensors for special cabinets, closets, drawers, etc.

“Home” - When the system is armed to “Home”, it allows you to move around freely without

concerns but touching specific doors or windows may cause the system to sound.

“Away” - When the system is armed to “Away”, all protection is “Active”.

You cannot bypass smoke or fire devices.

Your system may be set up by your installer to arm in a mode other than the Away Mode or the Home
Mode. If this is the case, your installer will provide instructions on how to arm your system, and how your
system functions while armed.

3B - Arming the System in the Away Mode

The Keypad will normally be in an inactive state to conserve its batteries.
Press

Enter your personal Access Code using the Number Keys. As each digit of
the code is entered, an “X” will appear on the Keypad screen. If a mistake
is made while entering the Access Code, press the
mistake and re-enter the Code.

and the Keypad will wake up.

Key to clear the

If the system is ready to be armed, this message will be displayed for a few
seconds, then the next message will be displayed. If the system is not ready
to be armed the keypad will alert you of any conditions. See Section 5 of this
manual for further discriptions.

To arm the system in the Away Mode, press the -YES Key when this
message is displayed. If the system is armed in Away Mode, all zones will

be active when the system is armed.

When the
message will be displayed for a few seconds. With 30 seconds remaining
in the Exit Delay, the Sounder will begin to “beep” once every second.
During the last 10 seconds of the Exit Delay, the Sounder will “beep”
twice every second. At the end of the Exit Delay, the Sounder will be
silenced and the system will be armed.

3C - Improper Arming Warning

If a loud error tone sounds when you arm the system, re-enter your personal Access Code to silence the system.
Check the keypad to see if a sensor, has been left open. Close the zone, and then re-arm the system.

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-YES Key is pressed, the Exit Delay will begin and this

The Improper Arming is designed to prevent false alarms by warning you when your system has been
improperly armed. If a Zone, such as Door or Window Sensor, is left open when the system is armed, an error
tone will sound. The error tone will sound for the duration of the Entry Delay time. If the system is not disarmed
before the Delay expires, an alarm will be reported to your monitoring station.

3D - Arming the System in the Home Mode

The Keypad will normally be in an inactive state to conserve its batteries.
Press and the Keypad will wake up.

Enter your personal Access Code using the Number Keys. As each digit of
the code is entered, an “X” will appear on the Keypad screen. If a mistake
is made while entering your personal Access Code, press the Key to clear
the mistake and re-enter the Code again.

If the system is ready to be armed, this message will be displayed for a few
seconds. After a few seconds, the next message will be displayed. If the
system is, “

not ready to be armednot ready to be armed

not ready to be armed”, or if there are conditions on the system

not ready to be armednot ready to be armed
of which you should be aware, other messages may be displayed; refer to
Section 5 of this manual for further discriptions.

To arm the system in the Away Mode, press the

- YES Key when this
message is displayed. To display the next message or to arm the system in
the Home Mode, press the -NO Key.

To arm the system in the Home Mode, press the

- YES Key when this
message is displayed. If the system is armed in Home Mode, only some

of the sensors in your system will be active when the system becomes
armed. This option is designed to allow you to remain on the premises while

the system is armed. Zones that cover the interior of the premises will not
cause an alarm if activated, but zones that cover most entry points, such as
windows and doors, will sound an alarm if they are activated. Your installer
will tell you which zones are automatically bypassed when the system is
armed in the “

Home ModeHome Mode

Home Mode”. When this message is displayed, press the

Home ModeHome Mode
YES Key to arm the system in the Home Mode. If you want to bypass zones,
press the -NO Key.

When the

- YES Key is pressed to arm the system in the “

Home ModeHome Mode

Home Mode”,

Home ModeHome Mode
this message may be displayed. To arm the system and enable the Entry
Delay, press the - YES Key. With the Entry Delay turned on, activating an
Entry/Exit Zone will start the Entry Delay. When the Entry Delay begins, a
personal Access Code must be entered to disarm the system. To arm the
system with the Entry Delay turned off, press the

-NO Key. With the Entry

Delay off, activating an entry zone will sound an alarm immediately.
When the - YES or -NO Keys are pressed, the Exit Delay will begin

and this message will be displayed for a few seconds. With 30 seconds
remaining in the Exit Delay, the Sounder will begin to “beep” once every
second. During the last 10 seconds of the Exit Delay, the Sounder will “beep”
twice every second. At the end of the Exit Delay, the Sounder will be silenced
and the system will be armed. If you have not left the building, you must
disarm and then re-arm the system.

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4 DISARMING THE SYSTEM

If the system is in alarm when you arrive, do not enter the premises; an intruder may beIf the system is in alarm when you arrive, do not enter the premises; an intruder may be

If the system is in alarm when you arrive, do not enter the premises; an intruder may be

If the system is in alarm when you arrive, do not enter the premises; an intruder may beIf the system is in alarm when you arrive, do not enter the premises; an intruder may be
present or a fire condition may exist. Go to a neighbor and contact the authorities frompresent or a fire condition may exist. Go to a neighbor and contact the authorities from

present or a fire condition may exist. Go to a neighbor and contact the authorities from

present or a fire condition may exist. Go to a neighbor and contact the authorities frompresent or a fire condition may exist. Go to a neighbor and contact the authorities from
there. Only if you are absolutely certain that no danger exists should you proceed withthere. Only if you are absolutely certain that no danger exists should you proceed with

there. Only if you are absolutely certain that no danger exists should you proceed with

there. Only if you are absolutely certain that no danger exists should you proceed withthere. Only if you are absolutely certain that no danger exists should you proceed with
disarming the system and entering the premises.disarming the system and entering the premises.

disarming the system and entering the premises.

disarming the system and entering the premises.disarming the system and entering the premises.

4A - Disarming the System During the Entry Delay

Enter the premises through your designated Entry/Exit door. The Sounder
will start a steady tone to indicate that the Entry Delay has started. An alarm
will sound if you do not disarm the system before the Entry Delay expires.
The Keypad will be in its inactive state. Press and the Keypad will display
the next message.

Enter your personal Access Code using the Number Keys. As each digit of
the code is entered, an “X” will appear on the Keypad screen. If a mistake
is made while entering your personal Access Code, press the
the mistake and re-enter the Code.

When your personal Access Code is entered, this message will be displayed
to indicate that the system is disarmed and no alarms occurred while the
system was armed. After a few seconds, the Keypad will return to its inactive
state.

4B - Disarming the System from Away Mode or Home Mode

When your personal Access Code is entered, the Keypad will display a
message similar to this to indicate the system is armed in either the Away or
Home Modes. In this example, the system is armed in the “Home Mode”. This
message will be displayed for a few seconds.

Key to clear

If the system was armed with the Entry Delay shut off, this message will be
displayed for a few seconds. After a few seconds, the next message will be
displayed.

After indicating which Mode the system is in, the Keypad will ask if you wish
to disarm the system. Press the

If no alarms occurred while the system was armed, the Keypad will display
this message to indicate that the system is disarmed. After a few seconds,
the Keypad will return to its inactive state.

4C - Disarming the System with Alarms In Memory

This message will be displayed if an alarm occurred while the system was
armed. This message will be displayed for a few seconds, then the next
message will be displayed.

If there are alarms in memory, this message will be displayed. Press the
NO Key to return the Keypad to its inactive state, or press the
to view the Zones in Alarm Memory. When viewing Alarm Memory, use the

-YES Key to scroll through the list of zones that went into alarm.

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-YES Key to disarm the system.

-

-YES Key

When scrolling through the Alarm Memory Display, the screen will display
messages like the one shown here. The Zone that went into alarm will be
displayed, along with a message asking if you would like to view the next item
in the list. Press the
press the

-NO Key to return the Keypad to its inactive state. When the last

Zone in Alarm Memory has been displayed, pressing either the

-YES Key to view the next Zone in Alarm Memory, or

-YES or

-NO Key will return the Keypad to its inactive state.

4D - Alarm Memory and Alarm History

Alarm Memory provides a record of Zones that went into alarm during the time the system was armed.
The next time you arm the system, the Alarm Memory will be cleared and the events in Alarm Memory will
be recorded in Alarm History. Any old events in Alarm History will be cleared when Alarm Memory is
recorded as Alarm History.

Alarm History retains a record of Zones that appeared in Alarm Memory. When Alarm Memory is
cleared, Alarm History will record the Zones that had been displayed as Alarm Memory. You can
refer to Alarm Memory and Alarm History to determine if certain Zones repetitively sound alarms.
Refer to “Viewing Alarm History” in the System Status Messages, Section 5J of this manual for
information on viewing Alarm History.

When Alarm Memory and Alarm History are viewed, the Keypad will display
the Zone Labels for the zones that went into alarm. The example here shows
Zone 1 went into alarm. Press the

-YES Key to view other zones that went

into alarm.

Alarms activated by pressing the , or Keys on the
Keypad will be indicated with messages similar to the one shown here.

4E - Quick Exit Feature

The Quick Exit feature is designed to allow you to exit the premises without sounding an alarm while the
system is armed. This feature must be enabled by your installer before it may be used. Your installer will
tell you if this feature has been enabled on your system.

With the system armed, enter your personal Access Code. The Keypad will
display a message similar to the one shown here.

When the Keypad displays this message, press the
press the

-NO Key, the next message will be displayed.

-NO Key. When you

Press the -YES Key to activate the Quick Exit feature. When Quick Exit
is activated, you will be allowed up to two minutes to exit the premises. During
the two minute period, you may exit the premises through the designated
Entry/Exit door.

You may activate the Entry/Exit Zone only once; re-entering will start the Entry Delay.

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5 SYSTEM STATUS MESSAGES

When arming your system, certain messages may be displayed on the Keypad after your personal
Access Code has been entered. These messages are designed to inform you of conditions that may
affect system operation. Messages will only appear if the conditions they indicate are present.

5A - System In Use

While two Keypads may be installed on your system, only one Keypad may
be used at a time. If one Keypad is presently being used, this message will
be displayed if a key is pressed on the other Keypad.

5B - Communications Successful

This message will be displayed when a personal Access Code is entered
after the Controller has successfully communicated with the monitoring
station. For example, if a personal Access Code is entered after an alarm has
occurred and been reported to the monitoring station, this message will be
displayed to indicate that the alarm has been reported.

5C - Communications Cancelled

Zones on your system may be programmed with a “
reporting delayreporting delay

reporting delay“ to cancel false alarms before they are reported to your

reporting delayreporting delay
monitoring station. Refer to the System Overview inside rear cover for more
information. Your installer will indicate which Sensors, if any, have an Alarm
Reporting Delay.

To cancel a false alarm, enter your personal Access Code when the alarm
sounds. For example, if a sensor is accidentally activated, you can cancel
the report to the monitoring station by entering your Access Code. The
message shown here will be displayed.

The Communications Cancelled message will also be displayed when you
disarm the system after an Improper Arming Warning has sounded.

communicationscommunications

communications

communicationscommunications

5D - Fire Troubles

This message will only be displayed if problems with a Fire Sensor are
detected. “
running low, or that the detector may require service.

This message will be displayed, and then the next message will scroll onto
the display.

Press the
indicated to ensure that their batteries are installed properly.

If you require assistance, or if Fire Troubles occur often, contact your installer immediately.If you require assistance, or if Fire Troubles occur often, contact your installer immediately.

If you require assistance, or if Fire Troubles occur often, contact your installer immediately.

If you require assistance, or if Fire Troubles occur often, contact your installer immediately.If you require assistance, or if Fire Troubles occur often, contact your installer immediately.

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A Fire TroubleA Fire Trouble

A Fire Trouble” may mean that a Fire Detector’s batteries are

A Fire TroubleA Fire Trouble

-YES Key to view the list of Fire Troubles. Check the sensors

5E - Sensor Faults

This message will only be displayed if “

Sensor FaultsSensor Faults

Sensor Faults” are detected. A

Sensor FaultsSensor Faults
Sensor Fault may mean that a Sensor’s batteries are running low, or that the
Sensor is unable to communicate with the Controller. This message will be
displayed before scrolling to the next message.

Press the

-YES Key to view the list of “

Sensor FaultsSensor Faults

Sensor Faults”. Use the -YES

Sensor FaultsSensor Faults
Key to scroll through the list of Sensor Faults. Check the Sensors indicated
to ensure that their batteries are installed properly. If you require assistance,
or if Sensor Faults occur often, contact your installer.

5F - Tamper Faults

This message will only be displayed if the system detects a Tamper
condition. An open Tamper condition may indicate that a component has
been removed from its normal location, or has been interfered with. This
message will be displayed before scrolling to the next message.

Press the

-YES Key to view the list of “

Tamper FaultsTamper Faults

Tamper Faults”. Use the -YES

Tamper FaultsTamper Faults
Key to scroll through the list of Tamper Faults. When finished viewing the list
of Tamper Faults, press the -NO Key. Check the components indicated to
ensure that they are mounted properly. If you require assistance, contact your
installer.

5G - System Not Ready

This message will only appear if the system is not ready to be armed
because one or more zones are open. A zone is “open”, if, for example, a
protected Door or Window is improperly secured. Zones will be indicated
as “open” if they have a Tamper or Sensor Fault. Refer to the Tamper Fault
in Section 5F or Sensor Fault in Section 5E for information on viewing these
conditions. This message will be displayed automatically.

Press the

-YES Key to view the list of Open Zones; press the -YES Key
again to scroll through the list of Open Zones. When finished reviewing the
list, press the

-NO Key to return to the “View Open Zones Y/N?” message.

With this message displayed, press the -NO Key to display the next
message.

To bypass zones, press the
zones, press the

-NO Key. For instructions on bypassing zones, refer to

-YES Key. To continue without bypassing

Bypassing Zones, Section 6.

5H - No Response From Controller

This message will be displayed if the Keypad is unable to communicate with
the Controller. This message will be displayed and, then the Keypad will
return to its inactive state. If the Keypad displays this message often:

•ensure the Controller’s adaptor is properly connected and plugged in

• ensure the Keypad’s batteries are not reporting “Low Battery” and are

properly installed

•if you require assistance, contact your installer.

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5I - System Ready

This message will be displayed when a personal Access Code is entered and
the system is ready to be armed.

5J - Alarms in Memory

If there are alarms in memory, this message will be displayed before arming.

When the Keypad displays this message allowing you to arm the system,
press the
alarms in memory, press the

-YES Key to arm the system, or press the -NO Key. To view

-NO Key until the next message is displayed.

Press the -YES Key to view “alarm memory”. Refer to Alarm Memory and
Alarm History in Section 4D for instructions on reviewing alarms in memory.

5K - Bypassed Zones

This message will be displayed if zones on the system have been bypassed.
Refer to Bypassing Zones in Section 6 for information on viewing bypassed
zones.

5L - Trouble Present

A “trouble” is a condition that may cause the system to operate improperly;
refer to the “Trouble Conditions” in Section 5M. When trouble conditions are
reported, they should be investigated immediately. When a trouble condition
is present, the Sounder will beep a warning. Enter your personal Access
Code to silence the trouble indication. When your personal Access Code is
entered, this message will be displayed.

When the Keypad displays a message allowing you to arm the system, press

-YES Key to arm the system, or press the -NO Key. To view trouble

the
conditions, press the

-NO Key until the next message is displayed.

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Press the -YES Key to view trouble conditions on the system. Your system
may be armed with trouble conditions present, but be aware that the system
may not perform as expected with the troubles present. When viewing
trouble conditions, press the
condition. When you are finished reviewing the list, press the

-YES Key to scroll to the next trouble

-NO Key.

5M - Trouble Conditions

The system monitors itself automatically for trouble conditions. Your system may still be armed with a
trouble condition present, but beware the system may not operate as expected. If you were unable to
correct a trouble condition, contact your installer for assistance.

Trouble Display Cause What You Should Do
“Controller Batt” “Controller Battery”. Low backup Call your installer for assistance

battery in the Controller

“Controller AC” AC power supply to the Controller Ensure Controller transformer is

has been interrupted plugged in. If this does not correct

the problem, call for service

“Sounder 1 AC Flt” AC power supply to the

FirstFirst

First Sounder Ensure Sounder’s transformer is

FirstFirst

has been interrupted plugged in to the wall outlet and the

unit itself. If this does not correct
the problem, call for service

“Sounder 2 AC Flt” AC power supply to the

SecondSecond

Second Sounder Ensure Sounder’s transformer is

SecondSecond

has been interrupted plugged in to the wall outlet and the

unit itself. If this does not correct
the problem, call for service

“Telephone Line” Telephone line connection has Ensure the telephone line is plugged

been broken or disconnected into the Controller. If this does not

correct the problem, call for service.

“Fail to Com” “Failure to Communicate”. Call your installer for assistance

The Controller has been unable to
call the monitoring station

“Loss of Clock” Controller has lost both AC and Refer to Section 7A for instructions

battery power, and upon power up on resetting the clock. If this is not
has a loss of clock (clock is reset) possible, call for service

5N - Sensor Low Battery

This message will be displayed if sensors on the system report low batteries.
This message will be displayed before allowing you to arm the system.

When the Keypad displays a message allowing you to arm the system, press

-YES Key to arm the system, or press the -NO Key to view the list

the
of sensors with low batteries.

Press the -YES Key to view the list of sensors with low batteries. When
viewing the list of Sensors with low batteries, press the

-YES Key to scroll
to the next Sensor. When you are finished reviewing the list, press the
NO Key. Your system may be armed when sensors report low batteries.

Sensors with “Low Battery” conditions may stop functioning while the system is armed.

Any Sensor that reports “Sensor Low Batt” should have its batteries
replaced. Refer to “Replacing Batteries” in Section 9 for information on the
types of batteries to use in each Sensor, and for instructions on how to install
them.

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6 BYPASSING ZONES

A “bypassed” sensor will not cause an alarm. Sensors may be bypassed to allow access to part of the
premises while other sensors remain armed. For example, you could bypass the motion sensor
protecting your living room, while the sensor protecting the Entry/Exit Door remains armed. Bypassed
sensors will be automatically cleared the next time you disarm the system. Each time you want to arm the
system with some of the sensors bypassed, follow the procedure below.

Bypassed sensors will not cause an alarm. Before arming the system with bypassed sensors, be
sure to review the list of bypassed zones and ensure that all bypasses have been made
intentionally.

This message will be displayed allowing you to bypass sensors, view
previously bypassed sensors, or to clear sensors that are already bypassed.
This message will be displayed as part of the arming procedure. When asked
to arm the system, press the

When this message is displayed, press the
or to clear existing bypasses.

-NO Key until this message is displayed.

-YES Key to bypass sensors

When the
to this one. To bypass the sensor, press the
sensor, press the

When the
sensor is now bypassed; to clear the bypass, press the
display the next sensor, press the

If a sensor is open while the system is in the Bypass Sensors mode, a
message similar to this one will be displayed. Note that the “
that the sensor is opened. Press the
press the

Fire zone cannot be bypassed.

-YES Key is pressed, the Keypad will display a message similar

-YES Key. To display the next

-NO Key.

-YES Key is pressed, this message will be displayed. The

-YES Key. To

-NO Key.

OPOP

OP” indicates

OPOP

-YES Key to bypass the sensor, or

-NO Key to display the next sensor.

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7 MASTER CODE FUNCTIONS

The Master Code is a unique personal Access Code that allows you to make changes to some of the
programming features in your system. In addition to arming and disarming the system, the Master Code
also allows you to:

• Set the Date and Time

• Enable and Disable the Door Chime Feature

• Add, Remove, and Change, Access Codes

• Replace System Components

• View Alarm History

• Perform a Walk Test of the System

Only the Master Code will allow you to change the functions listed above; normal Access Codes are not
able to change system features. When scrolling through the list of Master Code Function Menus, you
may press the

To enter the Master Code Functions Mode, enter your master code and respond to each question until
the screen goes blank.

Key to return to the “System Ready” message.

7A - Setting the Date and Time

Press the
to display the next option. When the
message is displayed.

Using the Number Keys, enter the Date with 2 digits for the Month, 2 digits
for the Day and 2 digits for the Year. For example, the date of March 4 1996
would be entered as 030496. If an error is made in entering the Date, press
the

Key and the Keypad will display the “Reset Clock Y/N” message; press
the
entered, the next message will be displayed.

-YES Key to reset the Date and Time, or press the -NO Key

-YES Key and enter the correct Date. When the complete Date is

-YES Key is pressed, the following

Using the Number Keys, enter the Time in using the 24-hour clock format. For
example, the time 1:15 pm would be entered as 13:15. If an error is made in
entering the time, press the Key and the Keypad will display the “Reset
Clock Y/N” message; press the
and then the Time. After the Time is entered, the next message will be
displayed.

The Date and Time you have just entered will be displayed on the screen; in
this example, the Date is March 4 1996, and the Time is 1:15 pm. If a mistake
has been made in entering the Date or Time, press the
enter the Date and Time as described above. If the Date and Time are
correct, press the -NO Key to enter the next Master Code Function.

-YES Key and re-enter the correct Date

-YES Key to re-

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7B - Door Chime

When the Door Chime feature is enabled, activating certain sensors will cause the Sounder to beep
several times. The Door Chime is a convenient feature that may be used to indicate that an out-of-sight
door or window is being opened. Your installer will indicate which sensors on your system will work
with the Door Chime feature. Note that the Door Chime only operates when the system is disarmed.

When this message is displayed, press the

-YES Key to enable the Door
Chime feature. When the Door Chime is enabled, the Sounder will beep when
certain sensors are activated, and again upon closure.

This message will be displayed when the Door Chime has been turned on.

When this message is displayed, press the

-YES Key to disable the Door

Chime feature.

This message will be displayed when the Door Chime has been turned off.

7C - Changing Access Codes

Press the
the next function. When the

Key to “edit Access Codes”, or press the -NO Key to display

Key is pressed, the next message will be

displayed.

The screen will display which of the 10 personal Access Codes have been
programmed. Codes that have already been programmed will be represented
with a dash (

-

). In this example, Codes 0, 1, 2 and 3 have been programmed;

while codes 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 have not yet been programmed.

Press the

-YES Key to add a new code or change a code that has already

been programmed. The Keypad will display the next message.

Select which of the 10 personal Access Codes, 0 to 9, that you wish to change
or program by pressing that Number Key. In this example, Access Code 4
will be programmed. After pressing the

key, the Keypad will display the

next message.

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Enter the new Access Code using the Number Keys. As each digit is
entered, an “X” will appear on the screen. If a mistake is made in entering
the code, press the

Key to clear the entry, and enter the code again. After
you have entered the new code, the Keypad will display which codes have
been programmed.

The Keypad will again display which of the 10 personal Access Codes have
been programmed. In this example, note that a dash now appears in place
of Code 4 to indicate that it has been programmed.

Press the
been programmed using the method just described. If the
pressed, the following message will be displayed.

Press the
the following message:

Enter the number of the personal Access Code you wish to erase using one
of the Number Keys. That code will be erased, and the Keypad will again
display which of the 10 Access Codes have been programmed. To leave

Edit Access Code modeEdit Access Code mode

the “

Edit Access Code mode”, press the

Edit Access Code modeEdit Access Code mode

-YES Key to add a new code or change a code that has already

-NO Key is

-YES Key to erase an Access Code. The Keypad will display

-NO Key twice.

Code “0”, the Master Code, can be changed but that it cannot be deleted.

If the Master Code is forgotten, contact your installer for
assistance.

7D - Replacing System Components

At some time it may become necessary to replace a component on your system, such as a Door or
Window Sensor, Motion Sensor, etc. This could be because a unit is malfunctioning in some way, or has
been damaged through handling or tampering. You should only replace components on the advice of
your installer. Along with the instructions here, your installer will tell you how to get to the “
System Components Screen”System Components Screen”

System Components Screen”.

System Components Screen”System Components Screen”

ReplaceReplace

Replace

ReplaceReplace

While in the Component Replacement Mode, the system will not generate or report alarms While in the Component Replacement Mode, the system will not generate or report alarms

While in the Component Replacement Mode, the system will not generate or report alarms

While in the Component Replacement Mode, the system will not generate or report alarms While in the Component Replacement Mode, the system will not generate or report alarms
for any zones or devices.for any zones or devices.

for any zones or devices.

for any zones or devices.for any zones or devices.

When the Keypad displays this message, press the -YES Key to replace
a component on the system or press the
Master Code Function mode.

The Keypad will display the first component that may be replaced and ask
if you wish to replace it. Press the
or press the

The Keypad will display this message and wait for two minutes for you to
remove the component and press the
is pressed, the Sounder will beep and the next message will be displayed.

-YES Key to replace the component displayed on the screen.

-NO Key to display the next component,

-NO Key to move to the next

-YES Key. When the -YES Key

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When this message is displayed, enter the new component’s Serial
Number on the Keypad. Each component’s Serial Number is printed on
the back of the component. If an error is made in entering the number,
press the

Key and re-enter the number. When the Serial Number is
entered, the next message will be displayed, now add Batteries to the
new component.

Confirm that the Serial Number has been entered correctly by pressing
the
Number, press the

-YES Key. If an error has been made in entering the Serial
Key and re-enter the number.

When the -YES Key is pressed, this message will be displayed and
the Keypad will wait two minutes for you to attach the new component to its
backplate. After the component is attached to its backplate, the next
message will be displayed.

If the component was replaced correctly, the Keypad will display this
message and the Sounders will beep twice. You may now continue with other
Master Code functions.

During the component replacement procedure, you may press the
to cancel the replacement procedure. When the

Key is pressed, this

message will be displayed.

7E - Alarm History

Alarm History is a record of the last set of alarms that occurred on your system. You can use the Alarm
History display to determine which sensors caused alarm. If unintentional alarms are a problem, you can

use the Alarm History feature to help determine which sensors are the problem.
Remember that the Alarm Memory provides a record of which sensors caused alarms during the last

armed period. Each time you arm the system, the Alarm Memory is cleared.
The Alarm History retains a record of sensors that appeared in the Alarm Memory. When Alarm

Memory is cleared, Alarm History will record the sensors that had been in Alarm Memory.

When this message is displayed, press the

-YES Key to view the list of

sensors in Alarm History.

When the

-YES Key is pressed, the first sensor in Alarm History will be
displayed with a message similar to the one shown here. Press the
Key to display the next sensor in Alarm History, or press the

-NO Key to

cancel the display.

7F - Walk Testing Your System

It is important that you test your system regularly to ensure that it is operating properly. Your installer will
instruct you on how to perform a thorough test of your system, and will also tell you how often to test your
system.

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Key

-YES

A “Walk Test” is a simple procedure designed to make sure all Sensors on your system are working.

• Start the test from the Keypad as described here.

• Walk through the premises to activate Motion sensors.

• Open and close doors and windows to test Door or Window Sensors.

• Smoke Detectors are tested by removing the unit from its backplate and then replacing it.
Refer to the notes on the next page about
When a Sensor is activated, the Sounder will sound a series of beeps.

Testing the Motion Sensors

installed on your system.

While the system is in the Walk Test Mode, the Sensors will not generate alarms and systems will
not be reported to the monitoring station. Because of this, be sure to cancel the Walk Test Mode
when you have completed the test.

Only the , and Keys remain active while the system is in the Walk Test Mode. If the

, or Keys are pressed while the system is in the Walk Test Mode, an alarm will be

generated and reported to the monitoring station.

When the Keypad displays this message, press the
a Walk Test of your system, or press the
to its inactive state.

The Keypad will display this message for the duration of the walk test. When
a Sensor is activated, the Sounder will sound a series of beeps.

-NO Key to return the Keypad

-YES Key to perform

Important: During a walk test, your system will not go into alarm, even
when 24-Hour sensors are activated.

press the

-YES Key and the Keypad will return to its inactive state.

When the walk test is complete,

Reviewing the Walk Test

As each Sensor is activated during the walk test, each activation will be recorded in the Alarm Memory.
Review the Alarm Memory to ensure that each Sensor reported to the system when it was activated.
Refer to “Alarms in Memory” in Section 5J for instructions on viewing the Alarm Memory.

Testing Motion Sensors

The motion sensors on your system are designed to require a 6 minute lockout after signaling the system
of an activation. This means that they will only trip once and look for 6 minutes if no motion before they
will activate again. This is done to conserve battery life.

Testing Motion Sensors is done in two steps:

1 Remove the Motion Sensor from its backplate (refer to Replacing Batteries in Section 9E for

instructions on how to remove the Motion Sensor from its backplate). When the Motion Sensor is
removed, the Sounder will beep. After the beep, replace the Motion Sensor on its backplate. This
test ensures that the Motion Sensor is communicating properly with the System.

If you cancel the test without replacing all the Motion Sensors on their backplates, the Keypad will
indicate that there are Tamper Faults on the system. Refer to “Tamper Faults” in Section 5F for
instructions on reviewing tamper faults. If tamper faults are indicated after you finish the test, check
all the Motion Sensors to be sure that they are mounted properly on their backplates.

2 When the Motion Sensor is replaced on its backplate, the detector will be in “test mode” for the next

90 seconds. During the 90-second test period, the detector’s red light will come on each time the
Motion Sensor detects motion. To test the sensor, walk around the perimenter of the room or area
noting that the red light on the sensor keeps flashing on and off as you move.

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After the test period has ended, the Motion Detector will automatically end its test mode and return
to normal operation. (Later versions of Motion Sensors may stay in “test mode” for 3-4 minutes.)

Questions About Your Walk Test?

If you are ever unsure about testing your system, or if the Walk Test reveals that a Sensor is not working
properly, contact your installer for assistance.

Motion Sensors are trap protection for rooms or areas. They are designed to break the room or
area into small wedges of detection. The best detection occurs while crossing or moving across
the sensors fingers of detection. Discuss your specific protection requirements with your installer
to assure proper detection.

8 SOUNDER FUNCTIONS

The Sounder operates at several different levels to indicate: Intrusion Alarms, Fire Alarms and other
system operations. Many of the sounds the Sounder can produce are programmable by your installer;
your installer will inform you of which sounds have been programmed for which alarms. The possible
alarms and indications from the Sounder are described below:

Event Sound Notes
Entry / Exit Delay Exit Delay: pulsing beeps Your installer will tell you if your

Entry Delay: steady tone Entry/Exit Delay Tone has been
Medium or low volume set for medium or low volume.

Trouble Conditions Double “beep” at medium or This tone is used to indicate that there is
Sensor Faults low volume every 10 seconds a trouble condition on the system. Refer to
Tamper Faults the Trouble Conditions, Sensor Faults and

Tamper Faults Section 5 of this manual.

Fire Alarm Loud pulsing alarm, or Your installer will inform you of how the Fire

Loud steady alarm Alarm will sound on your system

Intrusion Alarm Loud steady or Your installer will inform you if any zones

Loud pulsing alarm, or have been programmed to generate a
Silent silent alarm. Zones set for silent operation

will not cause the Sounder to operate,
but will transmit an alarm to your monitoring
station if programmed to do so.

Key Loud pulsing alarm, or To silence an Key alarm, enter an

Loud steady alarm personal Access Code

Key Silent alarm When the Key alarm is reported

to your monitoring station, the Sounder
will sound a series of beeps.

Key Silent or To silence a Key alarm, enter an

Audible alarm personal Access Code.

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9 REPLACING BATTERIES

From time to time, the batteries in the Sensors and other components on your system will need to be
changed. Your Keypad will indicate when a Sensor’s batteries need to be replaced; refer to Sensor Low
Battery in Section 5N or Sensor Faults in Section 5E of this manual.

Under normal conditions, the batteries in your system should last up to three years. When batteries need
to be replaced in a component, follow the instructions in this Section of the manual, being sure to note the
proper orientation of the batteries as they are installed. Also, when batteries in one component need to
be replaced, it is suggested that the batteries in all components be replaced at the same time.

The sounder batteries provide for short-term operation in the absence of AC power. After any prolonged
AC power interruption(s), replacement of all sounder batteries may be required.

All of the batteries used in the security system are common size Eveready Alkaline Energizer batteries
available anywhere batteries are sold.

Put your system into Walk Test before changing batteries in the sensors! This prevents false alarm
signals from being transmitted to your central monitoring station. See Section 7F “Walk Testing
your System”.

9A - Tips for Buying Batteries

• Your system is designed to work with Eveready Alkaline Energizer Batteries. When replacing
batteries, be sure to buy the same brand and type of batteries. Do not replace the batteries on your
system with any other type. The reliability of your security system depends on its batteries, and “no
name” or generic brand batteries may not provide the best quality and dependability.

• Use fresh batteries. Most batteries have a “best before” date printed on their packaging or on the
batteries themselves. Buy batteries that have a “best before” date of two years or more from your
purchase date.

• When disposing of used batteries, follow the instructions and precautions printed on the batteries.
Many cities and communities have collection sites or services for used household batteries. Contact
your municipal offices for information on the disposal of used batteries.

• If in doubt about the batteries used in your system, or if you have trouble installing them, contact your
installer for assistance.

9B - Required Batteries Required Eveready Alkaline Energizer Batteries

Door or Window Sensor Motion Detector

3 AAA batteries 4 AAA batteries

Sounder Keypad

4 AA batteries 4 AA batteries

Smoke Detector

6 AA batteries

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9C - Door or Window Sensor

WLS905: Insert a small screwdriver in the slot on the side of the Transmitter. Gently turn the screwdriver
clockwise and pull the module to the left.

WLS907: Insert a small screwdriver into the slot on the side of the Sensor. Push the screwdriver in and lift
off the cover.

Remove the batteries from the module, and install three fresh Eveready Alkaline Energizer AAA batteries.
Be sure to insert the batteries in the proper orientation. Re-assemble the Sensor.

9D - Sounder

Remove the Sounder from its backplate. Pull the bottom of the Sounder slightly away from the wall and push
up. Remove the batteries from the Sounder and install four fresh Eveready Alkaline Energizer AA batteries. Be
sure to insert the batteries in the proper orientation. Replace the Sounder on its mounting plate, making sure it
snaps into place. Be sure that the sounder transformer is properly connected after the batteries are installed
(since the batteries will be automatically powering the sounder whenever AC power is disconnected).

9E - Motion Detector

Remove the Motion Detector from its mounting plate by holding the Sensor by its sides and pushing up.
Remove the batteries from the Sensor and install four fresh Eveready Alkaline Energizer AAA batteries.
Be sure to insert the batteries in the proper orientation. Replace the Sensor on its mounting plate, making
sure it snaps into place.

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9F - Keypad

Remove the Keypad from its backplate. Pull the bottom of the Keypad slightly away from the wall and push
up. Open the battery cover and remove the batteries. Install four fresh Eveready Alkaline Energizer AA
batteries. Be sure to insert the batteries in the proper orientation. Replace the Keypad on its mounting
plate, making sure it snaps into place.

9G - Smoke Detector

Remove the mounting plate from the detector by pushing the locking tab and turning the mounting plate
counter-clockwise.

Hold the unit with the battery compartment facing you, and the imprinted wording right-side up. Install the
first two batteries in the row nearest to you, with the + terminals facing left. Next, install the middle two
batteries with the + terminals facing to the right. Place your thumb over the centre of these four batteries
to keep them in place. Install the last two batteries, with their + terminals facing to the left, by snapping
them past the nylon retainer.

The smoke detector is designed to use Eveready Energizer Alkaline Batteries. Do not use
other brands of batteries with the smoke detector. Using brands other than the Eveready
Energizer will void UL and ULC approvals, and may affect the system's operation.

9H - After Installing New Batteries

Refer to Section 5 of this manual for information on displaying Sensor Faults and Tamper Faults on the
Keypad screen. A Tamper Fault should be displayed for each Sensor that was removed from its backplate
when its batteries were changed; a Sensor Fault may also be displayed for these Sensors.

Be sure to perform a walk test of your system after new batteries are installed to ensure
that all Sensors are working properly.

Replacing the batteries and performing the walk test will also clear any Low Battery, Sensor Fault, and
Tamper Fault indications from the Keypad.

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FIRE SAFETY IN THE HOME

Most fires occur in the home, to minimize this danger it is recommended that a household fire safety audit
be conducted and a family escape plan be developed.

Household Fire Safety

Check your home for the following potential hazards:

•Are all electrical appliances and outlets in a safe condition? Check for frayed cords, over-loaded
lighting circuits, and so on. If you are uncertain about the condition of your electrical appliances or
household electrical service, have a professional evaluation.

•Are all flammable liquids stored safely in closed containers in a well ventilated and cool area?
Cleaning with flammable liquids, such as gasoline, should be avoided. Refer to product instructions,
printed warnings and labels for information on using and storing hazardous materials safely.

•Are fire hazardous materials (such as matches) well out of the reach of children?

•Are furnaces and wood burning appliances properly installed, clean, and in good working order? If in
doubt, have a professional evaluation.

Family Escape Planning

There is often very little time between the detection of a fire and the time at which it becomes deadly.
Because of this, it is very important that a family escape plan be developed, practised and followed.

1 Every family member should participate in developing the escape plan.
2 Study the possible escape routes from each location within the house. 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. Consider the

following when making your escape plans:

•Make sure that doors and windows that open to the outside are easily opened. Ensure that they are
not painted shut and that their locking mechanisms operate smoothly.

•If opening an exit or using an exit is 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 is above 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. Be sure to remove snow from exterior patio doors in
winter. Outdoor furniture or equipment should not block exits.

•The family should have a predetermined meeting place where everyone can be accounted for; for
example, across the street or at a neighbour’s house.

•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, do not
attempt to rescue belongings 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; for example, when there are more or
fewer family members in the home, or if there are physical changes to the house.

•Make sure your alarm system is operational by conducting weekly tests as noted in this manual. If
you are unsure about system operation, contact your installer.

•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.

•For more information contact NFPA Standard 72 - National Fire Protection Association, One
Batterymarch Park, Quincy MA 02269

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SYSTEM OVERVIEW

Protected Areas

Sensor Area / Location Sensor Type Reporting Delay

1 ______________________________ _____________________ _____________________
2 ______________________________ _____________________ _____________________
3 ______________________________ _____________________ _____________________
4 ______________________________ _____________________ _____________________
5 ______________________________ _____________________ _____________________
6 ______________________________ _____________________ _____________________
7 ______________________________ _____________________ _____________________
8 ______________________________ _____________________ _____________________
9 ______________________________ _____________________ _____________________

10 ______________________________ _____________________ _____________________
Keypad 1 ______________________________
Keypad 2 ______________________________

Sounder 1 ______________________________
Sounder 2 ______________________________

Access Codes

Code Programmed 4-Digit Code Person Using Code

0 _______________________
1 _______________________ ___________________________________________
2 _______________________ ___________________________________________
3 _______________________ ___________________________________________
4 _______________________ ___________________________________________
5 _______________________ ___________________________________________
6 _______________________ ___________________________________________
7 _______________________ ___________________________________________
8 _______________________ ___________________________________________
9 _______________________ ___________________________________________

Master Code

Sounder Operation

Key: Loud pulsed tone Loud steady tone

Key: Silent

Key: Audible Alarm Silent Alarm

Entry Delay

You have _____________ seconds to disarm the system when entering the premises.

the system within this time, an alarm will sound!

Exit Delay

You have _____________ seconds to leave the premises after arming the system.

premises within this time, an alarm will sound!

If an alarm sounds, enter your personal Access Code.

If an alarm sounds, enter your personal Access Code.

If you do not disarm

If you do not leave the

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WARNING Please Read Carefully

Note to Installers

This warning contains vital information. As the only individual in contact
with system users, it is your responsibility to bring each item in this warning
to the attention of the users of this system.

System Failures

This system has been carefully designed to be as effective as possib le. There
are circumstances, howev er , involving fire, burglary, or other types of emer ­gencies where it may not provide protection. Any alarm system of any type
may be compromised deliberately or may fail to operate as expected for a
variety of reasons. Some but not all of these reasons may be:

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■ Inadequate Installation

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A security system must be installed properly in order to provide adequate
protection. Every installation should be evaluated by a security professional
to ensure that all access points and areas are covered. Locks and latches on
windows and doors must be secure and operate as intended. Windows, doors,
walls, ceilings and other building materials must be of sufficient strength
and construction to provide the level of protection expected. A reevaluation
must be done during and after any construction activity. An evaluation by
the fire and/or police department is highly recommended if this ser vice is
available.

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■ Criminal Knowledge

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This system contains security features which were known to be effective at
the time of manufacture. It is possible for persons with criminal intent to
develop techniques which reduce the effectiveness of these features. It is
important that a security system be reviewed periodically to ensure that its
features remain effective and that it be updated or replaced if it is found that
it does not provide the protection expected.

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■ Access by Intruders

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Intruders may enter through an unprotected access point, circumvent a
sensing device, evade detection by moving through an area of insuffi­cient coverage, disconnect a warning device, or interfere with or pre­vent the proper operation of the system.

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■ Power Failure

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Control units, intrusion detectors, smoke detectors and many other security
devices require an adequate power supply for proper operation. If a device
operates from batteries, it is possible for the batteries to fail. Even if the
batteries have not failed, they must be charged, in good condition and in­stalled correctly. If a device operates only by AC power, any interruption,
howe ver brief, will render that device inoperativ e while it does not ha ve po wer .
Pow er interruptions of any length are often accompanied by v oltage fluctua­tions which may damage electronic equipment such as a security system.
After a power interruption has occurred, immediately conduct a complete
system test to ensure that the system operates as intended.

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■ Failure of Replaceable Batteries

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This system’s wireless transmitters have been designed to provide several
years of battery life under normal conditions. The expected battery life is a
function of the device environment, usage and type. Ambient conditions such
as high humidity, high or low temperatures, or large temperature fluctua­tions may reduce the expected battery life. While each transmitting device
has a low battery monitor which identifies when the batteries need to be
replaced, this monitor may fail to operate as expected. Regular testing and
maintenance will keep the system in good operating condition.

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■ Compromise of Radio Frequency (Wireless)

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Devices

Signals may not reach the receiver under all circumstances which could
include metal objects placed on or near the radio path or deliberate
jamming or other inadvertent radio signal interference.

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■ System Users

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A user may not be able to operate a panic or emergency switch possibly due
to permanent or temporary physical disability, inability to reach the device
in time, or unfamiliarity with the correct operation. It is important that all
system users be trained in the correct operation of the alarm system and that
they know how to respond when the system indicates an alarm.

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■ Smoke Detectors

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Smoke detectors that are a part of this system may not properly alert occupants
of a fire for a number of reasons, some of which follow. The smoke detectors
may have been improperly installed or positioned. Smoke may not be able to
reach the smoke detectors, such as when the fire is in a chimney, walls or roofs,
or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors may not detect smoke
from fires on another level of the residence or building.

Every fire is different in the amount of smoke produced and the rate of
burning. Smoke detectors cannot sense all types of fires equally well. Smoke
detectors may not provide timely warning of fires caused by carelessness
or safety hazards such as smoking in bed, violent explosions, escaping gas,
improper storage of flammable materials, overloaded electrical circuits, chil­dren playing with matches or arson.

Even if the smoke detector operates as intended, there may be circumstances
when there is insufficient warning to allow all occupants to escape in time to
avoid injury or death.

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■ Motion Detectors

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Motion detectors can only detect motion within the designated areas as
shown in their respective installation instructions. They cannot discrimi­nate between intruders and intended occupants. Motion detectors do not
provide volumetric area protection. They have multiple beams of detec­tion and motion can only be detected in unobstructed areas covered by
these beams. They cannot detect motion which occurs behind walls, ceil­ings, floor, closed doors, glass partitions, glass doors or windows. Any
type of tampering whether intentional or unintentional such as masking,
painting, or spraying of any material on the lenses, mirrors, windows or
any other part of the detection system will impair its proper operation.

Passive infrared motion detectors operate by sensing changes in tempera­ture. However their effectiveness can be reduced when the ambient tem­perature rises near or above body temperature or if there are intentional or
unintentional sources of heat in or near the detection area. Some of these
heat sources could be heaters, radiators, stoves, barbeques, fireplaces, sun­light, steam vents, lighting and so on.

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■ Warning Devices

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Warning devices such as sirens, bells, horns, or strobes may not warn
people or waken someone sleeping if there is an intervening wall or door .
If warning devices are located on a different level of the residence or
premise, then it is less likely that the occupants will be alerted or awak­ened. Audible warning devices may be interfered with by other noise
sources such as stereos, radios, televisions, air conditioners or other ap­pliances, or passing traffic. Audible warning devices, however loud, may
not be heard by a hearing-impaired person.

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■ Telephone Lines

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If telephone lines are used to transmit alarms, they may be out of service or busy
for certain periods of time. Also an intruder may cut the telephone line or defeat
its operation by more sophisticated means which may be dif ficult to detect.

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■ Insufficient Time

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There may be circumstances when the system will operate as intended , yet the
occupants will not be protected from the emergency due to their inability to
respond to the warnings in a timely manner. If the system is monitored, the
response may not occur in time to protect the occupants or their belongings.

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■ Component Failure

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Although every effort has been made to make this system as reliable as possible,
the system may fail to function as intended due to the failure of a component.

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■ Inadequate Testing

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Most problems that would prevent an alarm system from operating as in­tended can be found by regular testing and maintenance. The complete sys­tem should be tested weekly and immediately after a break-in, an attempted
break-in, a fire, a storm, an ear thquake, an accident, or any kind of con­struction activity inside or outside the premises. The testing should include
all sensing devices, keypads, consoles, alarm indicating devices and any
other operational devices that are part of the system.

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■ Security and Insurance

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Regardless of its capabilities, an alarm system is not a substitute for prop­erty or life insurance. An alarm system also is not a substitute for prop­erty owners, renters, or other occupants to act prudently to prevent or mini­mize the harmful effects of an emergency situation.

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NOTICE:NOTICE:

NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets

NOTICE:NOTICE:
certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements. Industry Canada does not
guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local
telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The
customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some
situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the
supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the
telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
User should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and
internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in
rural areas.
CAUTION:CAUTION:

CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric

CAUTION:CAUTION:
inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
NOTICE:NOTICE:

NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the

NOTICE:NOTICE:
maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may
consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Number
of all the devices does not exceed 5.
The REN of this unit is 0.1B.The REN of this unit is 0.1B.

The REN of this unit is 0.1B.

The REN of this unit is 0.1B.The REN of this unit is 0.1B.
AVIS:AVIS:

AVIS: L’étiquette de l’Industrie Canada identifie le matériel homologué. Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est

AVIS:AVIS:
conforme à certaines normes de protection, d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications. Industrie
Canada n’assure toutefois pas que le matériel fonctionnera à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur.
Avant d’installer ce matériel, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer qu’il est permis de le raccorder aux installations de l’entreprise
locale de télécommunication. Le matériel doit également être installé en suivant une méthode acceptée de raccordement.
L’abonné ne doit pas oublier qu’il est possible que la conformité aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n’empêchent pas
la dégradation du service dans certaines situations.
Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être effectuées par un centre d’entretien canadien autorisé désigné par
le fournisseur. La compagnie de télécommunications peut demander à l’utilisateur de débrancher un appareil à la suite
de réparations ou de modifications effectuées par l’utilisateur ou à cause de mauvais fonctionnement.
Pour sa propre protection, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer que tous les fils de mise à la terre de la source d’énergie électrique,
les lignes téléphoniques et les canalisations d’eau métalliques, s’il y en a, sont raccordés ensemble. Cette pré caution
est particulièrement importante dans les régions rurales.
AVERTISSEMENT:AVERTISSEMENT:

AVERTISSEMENT: L’utilisateur ne doit pas tenter de faire ces raccordements lui-même; il doit avoir recours à un service

AVERTISSEMENT:AVERTISSEMENT:
d’inspection des installations électriques, ou à un électricien, selon le cas.
AVIS: AVIS:

AVIS: L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) assigné à chaque dispositif terminal indique le nombre maximal de

AVIS: AVIS:
terminaux qui peuvent être raccordés à une interface. La terminaison d’une interface téléphonique peut consister en une
combinaison de quelques dispositifs, à la seule condition que la somme d’indices d’équivalence de la sonnerie de tous
les dispositifs n’excède pas 5.
L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) de ce produit est 0.1B.L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) de ce produit est 0.1B.

L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) de ce produit est 0.1B.

L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) de ce produit est 0.1B.L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) de ce produit est 0.1B.

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.

Ce dispositif satisfait aux exigences d’Industrie Canada, prescrites dans le document CNR-210. son utilisation est
autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif
doit être prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre
le fonctionnement du dispositif.

© 1997 Digital Security Controls Ltd.

Printed in Canada 29001429 R3

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• W A R N I N G •

This manual contains information on limitations regarding product use and function and information

on the limitations as to liability of the manufacturer. The entire manual should be carefully read.

Wireless Security System

OWNER’S

MANUAL

LIMITED WARRANTY

Digital Security Controls Ltd. warrants the original purchaser 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.
During the warranty period, Digital Security Controls Ltd. shall, at its
option, repair or replace any defective product upon return of the prod­uct to its factory, at no charge for labour and materials. Any replace­ment and/or repaired parts are warranted for the remainder of the origi­nal warranty or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer. The original
owner must promptly notify Digital Security Controls Ltd. in writing
that there is defect in material or workmanship, such written notice to
be received in all events prior to expiration of the warranty period.

International Warranty

The warranty for international customers is the same as for any cus­tomer within Canada and the United States, with the exception that
Digital Security Controls Ltd. shall not be responsible for any cus­toms fees, taxes, or VAT that may be due.

Warranty Procedure

To obtain service under this warranty , please return the item(s) in ques­tion to the point of purchase. All authorized distributors and dealers
have a warranty program. Anyone returning goods to Digital Security
Controls Ltd. must first obtain an authorization number. Digital Secu­rity Controls Ltd. will not accept any shipment whatsoever for which
prior authorization has not been obtained.

Conditions to Void Warranty

This warranty applies only to defects in parts and workmanship relating
to normal use. It does not cover:

• damage incurred in shipping or handling;

• damage caused by disaster such as fire, flood, wind, earthquake or
lightning;

• damage due to causes beyond the control of Digital Security Controls
Ltd. such as excessive voltage, mechanical shock or water damage;

• damage caused by unauthorized attachment, alterations, modifica­tions or foreign objects;

• damage caused by peripherals (unless such peripherals were sup­plied by Digital Security Controls Ltd.);

• defects caused by failure to provide a suitable installation environ­ment for the products;

• damage caused by use of the products for purposes other than those
for which it was designed;

• damage from improper maintenance;

• damage arising out of any other abuse, mishandling or improper ap­plication of the products.

Digital Security Controls Ltd.’s liability for failure to repair the prod­uct under this warranty after a reasonable number of attempts will be
limited to a replacement of the product, as the exclusive remedy for
breach of warranty. Under no circumstances shall Digital Security Con­trols Ltd. be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential dam­ages based upon breach of warranty, breach of contract, negligence,
strict liability, or any other legal theory. Such damages include, but
are not limited to, loss of profits, loss of the product or any associated
equipment, cost of capital, cost of substitute or replacement equip­ment, facilities or services, down time, purchaser’s time, the claims of
third parties, including customers, and injury to property.

Disclaimer of Warranties

This warranty contains the entire warranty and shall be in lieu of
any and all other warranties, whether expressed or implied (includ­ing all implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a par­ticular purpose) And of all other ob ligations or liabilities on the part
of Digital Security Controls Ltd. 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.

This disclaimer of warranties and limited warranty are governed
by the laws of the province of Ontario, Canada.

WARNING: Digital Security Controls Ltd. recommends that the en-

tire 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.

Out of Warranty Repairs

Digital Security Controls Ltd. will at its option repair or replace out­of-warranty products which are returned to its factory according to
the following conditions. Anyone returning goods to Digital Security
Controls Ltd. must first obtain an authorization number. Digital Secu­rity Controls Ltd. will not accept any shipment whatsoever for which
prior authorization has not been obtained.

Products which Digital Security Controls Ltd. determines to be re­pairable will be repaired and returned. A set fee which Digital Secu­rity Controls Ltd. has predetermined and which may be revised from
time to time, will be charged for each unit repaired.

Products which Digital Security Controls Ltd. determines not to be
repairable will be replaced by the nearest equivalent product avail­able at that time. The current market price of the replacement prod­uct will be charged for each replacement unit.

FCC Compliance Statement
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Digital Security Controls Ltd. could void your authority to use this

equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Re-orient the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

The user may find the following booklet prepared by the FCC useful: “How to Identify and Resolve Radio/Television Interference
Problems”. This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington D.C. 20402, Stock # 004-000­00345-4

Important Information

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On the side of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information,
the FCC registration number of this equipment.

Notification to Telephone Company

Upon request, the customer shall notify the telephone company of the particular line to which the connection will be made, and provide
the FCC registration number and the ringer equivalence of the protective circuit.
FCC Registration Number: F53CAN-74834-AL-E
Ringer Equivalence Number: 0.1B
USOC Jack: RJ-31X or RJ-38X

Telephone Connection Requirements

Except for the telephone company provided ringers, all connections to the telephone network shall be made through standard plugs and
telephone company provided jacks, or equivalent, in such a manner as to allow for easy, immediate disconnection of the terminal
equipment. Standard jacks shall be so arranged that, if the plug connected thereto is withdrawn, no interference to the operation of the
equipment at the customer’s premises which remains connected to the telephone network shall occur by reason of such withdrawal.

Incidence of Harm

Should terminal equipment or protective circuitry cause harm to the telephone network, the telephone company shall, where practicable,
notify the customer that temporary disconnection of service may be required; however, where prior notice is not practicable, the
telephone company may temporarily discontinue service if such action is deemed reasonable in the circumstances. In the case of such
temporary discontinuance, the telephone company shall promptly notify the customer and will be given the opportunity to correct the
situation.

Additional Telephone Company Information

The security Controller must be properly connected to the telephone line with a USOC RJ-31X or RJ-38X telephone jack and a matching
8 pin modular “Direct Connect Cord”.

The FCC prohibits customer-provided terminal equipment be connected to party lines or to be used in conjunction with coin telephone
service. Inter-connect rules may vary from state to state.

Changes in Telephone Company Equipment of Facilities

The telephone company may make changes in its communications facilities, equipment, operations or procedures, where such actions
are reasonably required and proper in its business. Should any such changes render the customer’s terminal equipment incompatible
with the telephone company facilities the customer shall be given adequate notice to the effect modifications to maintain uninterrupted
service.

Ringer Equivalence Number (REN)

The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices that you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of those devices
ring when your telephone number is called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to one line should
not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that you may connect to your line, you may want to contact your local
telephone company.

Equipment Maintenance Facility

If you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact the facility indicated below for information on obtaining service
or repairs. The telephone company may ask that you disconnect this equipment from the network until the problem has been corrected
or until you are sure that the equipment is not malfunctioning.

Digital Security Controls Ltd
160 Washburn Street
Lockport, New York, 14094