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USER'S
MANUAL
FA120C Security System

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Keypads ................................................................................................................................................... 4
Zones....................................................................................................................................................... 4
Alarms...................................................................................................................................................... 5
Fire Protection............................................................................................................................................ 5
Burglary Protection ..................................................................................................................................... 5
Memory of Alarm ......................................................................................................................................... 5
Pager Notification ....................................................................................................................................... 5
Keypad Types ........................................................................................................................................... 6
Keypad Styles ........................................................................................................................................... 6
SUMMARY OF SYSTEM STATUS DISPLAYS ............................................................................................. 7
SECURITY CODES .................................................................................................................................... 10
Duress Code ............................................................................................................................................. 10
Quick Arming ............................................................................................................................................ 10
Assigning/Changing/Deleting User Codes (Using the 8
ENTRY/EXIT DELAYS ............................................................................................................................... 12
CHECKING FOR OPEN ZONES (Using the ✴
BYPASSING PROTECTION ZONES .......................................................................................................... 14
Using The 6 BYPASS Key ......................................................................................................................... 14
Quick Bypass ........................................................................................................................................... 15
ARMING PERIMETER ONLY, WITH ENTRY DELAY ON (Using The 3 STAY Key) ........................................ 16
ARMING PERIMETER ONLY, WITH ENTRY DELAY OFF (Using The 7
ARMING ALL PROTECTION, WITH ENTRY DELAY ON (Using The 2
ARMING ALL PROTECTION, WITH ENTRY DELAY OFF (Using The 4
CODE Key).................................................................... 11
READY Key)............................................................................ 13
INSTANT Key ) ................................. 17
AWAY Key) ........................................ 18
MAXIMUM Key) ................................. 19
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DISARMING THE SYSTEM AND SILENCING ALARMS (Using the 1 OFF Key)............................................. 20
USING THE KEYSWITCH........................................................................................................................... 21
CHIME MODE (Using the 9
PANIC KEYS.............................................................................................................................................. 22
TESTING THE SYSTEM (Using the 5
TROUBLE CONDITIONS............................................................................................................................ 26
"Check" and "Battery" Displays..................................................................................................................... 26
Power Failure ............................................................................................................................................ 27
Other Displays .......................................................................................................................................... 28
FIRE ALARM SYSTEM, IF INSTALLED ..................................................................................................... 29
In Case of Fire Alarm................................................................................................................................... 29
Silencing Fire Alarms .................................................................................................................................. 30
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION RECOMMENDATIONS ON SMOKE DETECTORS........... 31
EMERGENCY EVACUATION...................................................................................................................... 32
QUICK GUIDE TO ALARM SYSTEM FUNCTIONS...................................................................................... 33
SUMMARY OF AUDIBLE/VISUAL NOTIFICATIONS.................................................................................. 34
PROTECTION ZONES LIST....................................................................................................................... 35
OWNER'S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST.............................................................................. 37
CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS (DOC) STATEMENT .................................................. 39
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) STATEMENTS......................................................... 40
IN THE EVENT OF TELEPHONE OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS.................................................................. 41
THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM .......................................................................................... 42
SERVICING INFORMATION ...................................................................................................................... 43
WARRANTY................................................................................................................................... Back Cover
This manual is a step-by-step guide that will aquaint you with the system's features and benefits. It defines the components and their functions, describes their operation, and instructs you with normal and emergency procedures.
Keep this manual in a convenient place so that you can refer to it as necessary.
CHIME Key) ........................................................................................................ 22
TEST Key) .......................................................................................... 24
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW

General Congratulations on your ownership of a First Alert Professional Security
System. You've made a wise decision in choosing it, for it represents the latest in security protection technology today, including microcomputer technology to monitor all system status.
Basically, this system offers you three forms of protection: burglary, fire and emergency. Your system may consist of at least one keypad which provides full control of system operation, plus various devices such as door and window sensors and motion detectors. It may also include a selected number of smoke or combustion detectors designed to provide early warning in case of fire. Your system may also have been pro­grammed to automatically transmit alarm or status messages over the phone lines to a central alarm monitoring station.
Keypads
Zones Your system's sensing devices have been assigned to various "zones".
Your keypads allow you to control all system functions and feature a telephone style (digital) keypad and a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) that shows the nature and location of all occurrences and a built-in sounder which sounds during alarms and troubles.
For additional information, see the following section:
ABOUT THE
KEYPADS.
For example, the sensing device on your Entry/Exit door may have been assigned to zone 01, sensing devices on windows in the master bedroom to zone 02, and so on. These zone numbers will appear on the display when an alarm or trouble condition occurs.
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Alarms When an alarm occurs, both the keypad and external sounders will sound,
and a message at the keypad will identify the zone(s) causing the alarm. In addition, if your system is connected to a central monitoring station, an alarm message will be sent. To stop the alarm sounding, you simply disarm the system.
Fire Protection
The fire protection portion of your security system (if used) is always on and will sound an alarm if a fire condition is detected. Refer to the
ALARM SYSTEM
section for important information concerning fire pro­tection, smoke detectors and planning emergency exit routes from your premises.
Burglary Protection
The burglary protection portion of your system must be turned on or "armed" before it will sense burglary alarm conditions and sound an alarm. Your system can be armed in one of four modes: STAY, AWAY, INSTANT and MAXIMUM. Refer to the
ARMING THE SYSTEM
instructions in using these modes of operation. Your system also provides a CHIME mode for alerting you to the opening
and closing of doors and windows while the system is disarmed.
Memory Of Alarm
When an alarm or trouble condition occurs, the keypad displays the number(s) of the zone(s) that caused the problem, and displays the type of alarm or trouble (ex. FIRE, ALARM, CHECK). The display remains until it is cleared by entering the OFF sequence (security code + OFF key) twice.
Pager Notification
If the paging feature has been programmed for your system, a pager will respond to certain conditions as they occur in your system, and display code numbers indicating the type of condition that has occurred, as follows:
1811 = Trouble 1911 = Alarm 1001 = Open 1002 = Close
Check with your installer for additional information.
FIRE
sections for
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ABOUT THE KEYPADS

ARMED POWER
NO AC CHIME
BAT
AWAY STAY INSTANT BYPASS
NOT READY
OFF
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12 3
4
5
78 9
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6
AWAY STAY
MAXIMUM
TEST
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INSTANT
CHIMECODE
READY
PANIC
ALARM CHECK FIRE
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1
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7
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6
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8
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MAXIMUM
INSTANT
READY
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TEST
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D
ARMED
POWER
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NO AC CHIME
BAT
AWAY STAY INSTANT BYPASS
NOT READY
ALARM CHECK FIRE
ARMED
READY
Professional
OFF AWAY
STAY
MAXIMUM
TEST
BYPASS
INSTANT
CODE
CHIME
READY
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A
B
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6
7
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ALARM FIRE
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BYPASS
STAY
CHECK INSTANT
NO AC
NOT READY CHIME BAT
Keypad Types All commands and procedures described herein are illustrated for Fixed-
Word Display keypads, however, an Alpha Display keypad (with a 2-line LCD display for more detailed protection point identification and system status, but with similar commands and procedures) is available and might have been used instead.
Keypad Styles
Unless noted oth­erwise, all proce­dures in this man­ual apply equally to all keypad types and styles.
STYLE A FIXED-WORD KEYPADS STYLE B FIXED-WORD KEYPAD
Fixed-Word keypads are available in two styles, A and B, either of which may have been used in your system. Although different in appearance, both styles are functionally similar. The keypads on style B keypads are located behind a flip-down door which can be removed, if desired. Words displayed on all Fixed-Word keypads are the same, except that their location in the display window differs slightly with each style.
Note:
Style B keypads are equipped with a READY indicator in place of
the POWER indicator on style A keypads. The READY indicator is lit when the system is ready for arming (no protection zones open). While the system is disarmed, this indicator will go on and off as protection zones are opened and closed.
FA250KP
FA200KP
FA310KP
(KEYPAD DOOR REMOVED)
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SUMMARY OF SYSTEM STATUS DISPLAYS

00
ALARM CHECK
FIRE
AWAY STAY INSTANT BYPASS
NO AC CHIME
BAT
NOT READY
00
ALARM FIRE
AWAY
BYPASS
STAY
CHECK INSTANT
NO AC
NOT READY
CHIME BAT
AWAY All burglary zones, interior & perimeter, are
armed.
STAY Perimeter burglary zones, such as windows
and doors are armed.
INSTANT Perimeter burglary zones armed and entry
delay is turned off.
BYPASS One or more burglary protection zones have
been bypassed.
NOT READY Appears when burglary portion of the system
is not ready for arming (due to one or more open protection zones).
READY The burglary portion of the system is ready to
be armed.
NO AC Appears when AC power has been cut off.
System is operating on backup battery power.
AC Appears when AC power is present.
CHIME Appears when the CHIME feature is ON.
BAT Low system battery (if no zone number is shown), or Low battery condition in a wireless
sensor (if zone number is
ALARM Appears when an intrusion has been detected and the system is armed (also appears
during a Fire alarm). Accompanied by the ID # of the zone in alarm.
CHECK Appears when a malfunction is discovered in the system at any time or if a fault is
detected in a FIRE zone at any time or in a DAY(Trouble)/NIGHT(Alarm) burglary zone during a disarmed period. Accompanied by a display of zone number in trouble.
FIRE Appears when a fire alarm is present. Accompanied by a display of the zone # in alarm.
also
shown).
00
00
STYLE A KEYPAD DISPLAY
AWAY
00
ALARM
FIRE
STYLE B KEYPAD DISPLAY
STAY
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SUMMARY OF KEYPAD FUNCTIONS

1. DISPLAY WINDOW: Displays protection zone ID
and system status messages.
2. 1
3. 2
4. 3
5. 4
6. 5
7. 6
8. 7
OFF KEY : Disarms burglary portion of the sys- tem, silences alarms and audible trouble
indicators, and clears visual display after problem's correction.
AWAY KEY : Arms the entire burglary system perimeter and interior.
STAY KEY : Arms perimeter portion of burglary system only. Interior protection is not armed,
which allows movement within premises without causing alarm.
MAXIMUM KEY : Arms in manner similar to AWAY mode, but without the entry delay feature,
thus providing maximum protection. An alarm will occur immediately upon opening any protection point, including the main door.
TEST KEY : Tests the system and alarm sounder if disarmed. Refer to
SYSTEM
BYPASS KEY : Removes individual protection zones from being monitored by the system.
INSTANT KEY : Arms in manner similar to STAY mode, but without the entry delay feature.
Entering via the main door will cause an instant alarm.
section for test procedures.
TESTING THE
9. 8
10. 9
,
11. ✴
12. #
13. KEYS 0Ð9: Used to enter your security code(s).
14. READY INDICATOR: (GREEN) Lit when the system
Note:
POWER INDICATOR (GREEN) which is lit when AC power is present. If the indicator is off, the system may still be operating, but on its backup battery power. See
Failure
†
Note: Keys 1 through 9 each perform their
CODE KEY : Used to assign additional user codes for other users of the system.
CHIME KEY : Turns CHIME mode on and off. When on, the opening of windows or doors while the system is disarmed will sound 3 beeps at the keypad(s).
READY KEY: Displays all open protection zones.
KEY: "Quick Arm" key permits ARMING of the system without use of a security code (if so programmed)
is ready to be armed (no faults present). While the system is disarmed, this indicator will go on and off as protection zones are closed and opened.
On some keypads (Style A) there is, instead, a
in
TROUBLE CONDITIONS
.
section.
associated companion functions (OFF, AWAY, STAY, etc.) when preceded by an entry of the security code (as described later).
Power
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ARMED
READY
Professional
OFF AWAY
STAY
MAXIMUM
TEST
BYPASS
INSTANT
CODE
CHIME
READY
1
A
B
C
D
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
*
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First Alert
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15 14
2
5
16
8
12
1311
9
10
7
6
4
17
3
ALARM FIRE
AWAY
BYPASS
STAY
CHECK INSTANT
NO AC
NOT READY
CHIME BAT
15. ARMED INDICATOR: (RED).
Lit when the system has been armed (STAY, AWAY INSTANT or MAXIMUM).
16. INTERNAL SOUNDER:
The built-in keypad sounder mimics the alarm sounder during alarms, and will also "beep" during certain system functions. (see
AUDIBLE/ VISUAL NOTIFICATION
SUMMARY OF
).
17. EMERGENCY KEYS: Individual keys A, B, and C (key D not used).
On some keypads, these keys are not present, and the following key pairs may be available, instead, for emergency functions:
✴ Ê & Ê # Ê , Ê✴ Ê & Ê1 Ê , Ê # Ê & Ê 3 Ê
Ê
Some or all of these keys/pairs may be programmed for panic functions by your installer (see
PANIC KEYS
section).
IMPORTANT!:
When entering codes and commands, sequential key depressions must be made within 2 seconds of one another. If 2 seconds elapses without a key depression, the entry is aborted and must be repeated from its beginning.
STYLE B KEYPAD
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General At the time of installation, your installer programmed a personal four-digit
Duress Code
Ask your installer if "Duress" is active for your system, and if so,
check here: Ê Ê Ê
Quick Arming
Ask your installer if "Quick Arming" is active for your system, and if
so, check here: Ê Ê Ê

SECURITY CODES

Master code, known only to you and yours. This code is used to perform most system functions, including arming and disarming of the system. As an additional safety feature, temporary user codes can be assigned (see next page) for use by those not having a need to know the Master code. Note that the Master code remains in effect even when other user codes are assigned.
This feature is intended for use when you are forced to disarm or arm the system under threat. When used, the system will act normally, but can silently notify the central station of your situation, if that service has been provided.
The Duress code is defined as user number 8. Important: The Duress code is useful only when connected to a central
station. If your system supports "Quick Arming", the "#" key can be pressed in
place of the security code when arming the system. The security code is
always
required, however, when disarming the system.
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SECURITY CODES
A
B
C
D
OFF AWAY
STAY
MAXIMUM
TEST
BYPASS
INSTANT
CODE
CHIME
READY
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
*
0
#
{
THESE KEYS
NOT PRESENT
ON ALL
KEYPADS
USE THE CODE KEY TO ASSIGN OTHER USER CODES
“QUICK ARM” KEY
(IF PROGRAMMED
)
TYPICAL KEYPAD
To Assign, Change,
or Delete
User Codes
4-DIGIT USER CODES
It is recommended that obvious codes such as 1111 or 1234 not be assigned.
Important:
Temporary users should not be shown how to use any system function they do not need to know (e.g., bypassing protection zones).
1. Enter your Master code and press the CODE key.
2. Enter single-digit User Number (2Ð7) for which a code is to be assigned, changed, or deleted.
3.
If assigning or changing a user's code,
enter the desired
4-digit code for use by that User Number. The keypad will beep once.
If deleting a user's code,
perform steps 1 & 2 and stop. In a few
moments the keypad will beep once, indicating that the existing code has been deleted.
To assign your Duress code, do the following:
Enter your [Master code] + [8] + [8] + [desired 4-digit code]. The keypad will beep once.
The Master code can be changed by the main user of the system. To change it, do the following:
Enter your [Master code] + [8] + [1] + [new Master code] + [new Master code] again. The keypad will beep once.
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ENTRY/EXIT DELAYS

General Information Your system has preset time delays, known as exit delay and entry delay.
When you arm your system, exit delay gives you time to leave through the main door without setting off an alarm. Entry delay gives you time to disarm the system when you reenter through the main door. The system must be disarmed, however, before the entry delay period ends, or an alarm will occur. The keypad will beep slowly during the entry delay period, reminding you to disarm the system.
You can also arm the system with no entry delay at all by using either INSTANT or MAXIMUM arming modes. These modes can provide greater security while you are sleeping or while you are away for extended periods of time.
See your installer for your delay times and record them here:
Exit Delay: ÊÊÊÊ
seconds Entry Delay: ÊÊÊÊ seconds
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CHECKING FOR OPEN ZONES

A
B
C
D
OFF AWAY
STAY
MAXIMUM
TEST
BYPASS
INSTANT
CODE
CHIME
READY
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
*
0
#
{
THESE KEYS
NOT PRESENT
ON ALL
KEYPADS
TO DISPLAY OPEN ZONES, PRESS THE READY KEY
TYPICAL KEYPAD
02
TYPICAL DISPLAY
INDICATING OPEN PROTECTION ZONE
AC
NOT READY
ÊÊ✴ÊÊ
READY Key
Using the
Before your system can be armed, all protected doors, windows and other protection zones must be closed or bypassed (see
PROTECTION ZONES
section), otherwise the keypad will display a "Not
BYPASSING
Ready" message, and if your keypad has a READY indicator light, it will not be lit. The READY key can be used to display all faulted zones, making it easier for you to secure any open zone.
To display faulted zones, simply press and release the READY key (do not enter code first). Secure or bypass the zones displayed before arming the system.
A "Ready" message will be displayed when all protection zones have been either closed or bypassed and the keypad's READY indicator light (if present) will be lit.
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BYPASSING PROTECTION ZONES

A
B
C
D
OFF AWAY
STAY
MAXIMUM
TEST
BYPASS
INSTANT
CODE
CHIME
READY
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
*
0
#
{
THESE KEYS
NOT PRESENT
ON ALL
KEYPADS
TO BYPASS ZONES:
• ENTER CODE
• PRESS BYPASS KEY
• ENTER ZONE Nos.
TYPICAL KEYPAD
WAIT FOR BYPASSED ZONES TO BE DISPLAYED BEFORE ARMING
06
AC
BYPASS
READY
Using the
ÊÊ6ÊÊ
BYPASS Key
LIMITATION
The system will not allow fire zones to be bypassed.
All bypasses are removed when an OFF sequence (security code plus OFF) is performed.
This key is used when you want to arm your system with one or more zones intentionally unprotected. The system must be disarmed first.
1. Enter your security code and press the BYPASS key.
2. Enter zone number(s) for the zone(s) to be bypassed (e.g., 06, 10, 13, etc.).
05, 06)
Single digit zone numbers must be preceded by a zero (e.g.
.
3. When finished, the keypad will display a "Bypass" message along with each bypassed zone number, accompanied by a beep for each. Wait for these zones to be displayed, to confirm their bypass.
4. Arm the system as usual.
Bypassed zones are unprotected and will not cause an alarm if violated while your system is armed.
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