Gardiner technology 581, 370 User Manual

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INSTALLATION GUIDE

INTRODUCTION

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Other Equipment Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Legislation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

What it Does . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 - 5

Planning

Good Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Planning Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 - 8

Fixing & Wiring

Suggested Colour Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Control Panel Fixing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Mains Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Tamper Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

PIR Fixing & Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 - 14

Contact Fixing & Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 - 17

PA Button Fixing & Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 - 19

External Sounder Fixing & Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 - 21

Gardtec 370 RKP Fixing & Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 - 24

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Commissioning

Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Programming

General Programming Flow Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Programmable Options Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 - 29

Step by Step Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 - 38

Installation Notes

Installation Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

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Welcome to the Gardiner Technology 370/581 Installation guide.This guide is aimed at people who have a good knowledge of DIY or trades people without specific knowledge of security system installation. A little time spent now reading this guide and planning your system will give you insight into how your security system works and save you time and problems throughout the installation.

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The tools required for the installation are as follows.

Electric Hammer Drill Terminal Screwdriver 6” Screwdriver

Cross Head Screwdriver

Hammer

5.5mm Masonry Drill Bit 8mm x 400mm Masonry Drill Bit Step Ladders

Ladders

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Apart from the equipment supplied in the kit you may also need.

3 Amp Unswitched Fused Spur Mains Cable or flex

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With the exception of the control panel all devices operate at 12 volt.The mains connection to the control panel should be direct from the consumer unit via a 3 Amp Unswitched Fused Spur. If you have any doubt you should contact a qualified electrician to install this connection.

Use safety goggles when drilling holes or hammering cable clips home. Ensure that Step Ladders and Ladders are safely secured.

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Use ear defenders when in close proximity to sounders that are capable of producing

high volumes of noise.

Before drilling holes into or through walls use a pipe/cable locater to check for cables,

water pipes and gas pipes. If you do accidentally drill into a pipe or cable turn off the

supply and contact a qualified electrician or plumber.

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Dependant on the area you live in you may need to inform the police that you have a

security system fitted. Please check at your local police station for information.

Local authority requirements usually concern external sounders. The control panel

supplied in the kit is factory set to cut-off after twenty minutes, if required this may be re-

programmed. Please check with your local environmental health department if they have

by-laws reducing the sounder activation times.

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In this section we give an explanation of what each part of the kit does

Control Panel

The control panel is the brains of the kit and is fully programmable to your requirements. Once programmed all the settings are stored in Non-Volatile Memory (NVM). Even if the control panel is powered down it will remember what settings you programmed into it and even if it was set or unset when it is powered back up again.

Connections into the unit can be divided into two groups, Inputs (from detectors, tampers etc) and Outputs (To sounders strobe and other devices).The zone inputs are normally wired to detectors (PIRs, contacts, vibration sensors etc) and are normally closed. Any unused zones or tampers should be linked out.

Dependant on the kit you have chosen control of the system will either be via an onboard twelve digit keypad or remote twelve digit keypad both having a twin seven segment LED display.

The factory programmed engineer code is 1234 and is used to re-program the unit to your settings.The factory programmed user code is 5678 and used for operating the system.

Remote Keypad

If your kit contains a Gardtec 370 control panel it will also contain a Remote Keypad (RKP). Using an RKP allows the control panel to be fitted in a location that is easier accessibility for system wiring and the RKP location for operation convenience.

The Gardtec 581 control panel may also be fitted with remote keypads that are available from your dealer.

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PIR Detector

A PIR detector (Passive Infra-Red) senses Infra Red emissions from the human body as it moves across the protected area.Once movement is detected a relay (switch) built into the PIR opens and, if the system is set activates the alarm. Care needs to be taken when choosing an area to be protected by a PIR as it will also detect pets that are moving within the area. More information on fitting PIRs is given later in this manual.

PIRs may be purchased for your system if required.

Magnetic Contact

A magnetic contact consists of two parts, the magnet and the switch and are suitable for fitting to windows and doors.The magnet is fitted to the opening side of the door or window and the switch is fitted to the frame side.The normal operating gap for contacts is

0.5” max.When the door or window is opened and the magnet moves away from the switch the contacts of the switch open and, if the system is set the alarm will activate.

It is normal to fit a contact to the exit door of the premises.This is wired to a zone programmed as entry/exit on the control panel (zone 1 is factory programmed as entry/exit).This allows for a time delay when setting and un-setting the system.

Additional magnetic contacts may be purchased for your system if required.

PA Button

This is sometimes referred to as Panic Attack Button or Personal Attack Button.The PA button is wired into a zone that is programmed as PA on the control panel (zone 7 is factory programmed as PA). PA buttons are active 24 hours and will activate the system if pressed irrespective if the system is set or un-set.

Additional PA buttons may be purchased for your system if required.

Additional

Novagard External Sounder

The Novagard external sounder provides the siren, strobe and SAB (Self Actuating Bell) functions for the system. In the event of an activation the siren will sound for the bell on time programmed into the control panel. In the event of this timer failing for any reason the Novagard will cut-off via its own built-in timer.The strobe circuit is not timed and will continue until the system is un-set.The SAB provides for maximum protection, for example if the wiring is cut to the Novagard it will sound via the built-in battery.

Dummy Novagard boxes are also available from your dealer.

12 V olt Battery

Dependant on the kit you have purchased it will contain a 12 Volt 2.6Ah or 12 Volt 3.0Ah battery.This battery is fitted within the control panel and will provide back-up power for your system in the event of a mains power cut.

6 Core Cable

100 metres of 6 core cable is provided for connecting the various devices to the control panel. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THIS CABLE BE USED FOR MAINS

WIRING.

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The vast majority of problems, including false alarms can usually be attributed to poor

installation practices.The simple tips below will help to ensure that your security system

will give reliable service for many years.

Ensure mains and alarm wires are separated by at least 9 inches. When you must cross mains wires with alarm wires ensure you do

so at 90 degrees. Do not make the mains connection to circuits that have fridges,

washing machines and fluorescent lights on them. Do not point PIRs at external windows or in locations where light can

be reflected on to the lens from glass or metal objects. Do not point or locate PIRs over heat sources such as radiators,

Televisions, boilers etc. Do not use PIRs in locations where excessive heat or draughts might

be expected such as conservatories and garages.In these instances consider using dual technology sensors.

Do not use PIRs in areas where pets will be when the system is set. Fit the external sounder in a secure location as high as possible. Ensure all detectors are fitted to a good surface that is free

from vibration. Do not store paperwork inside the control panel. Your security system is intended to enhance the security to your

premises, not to replace your current security. Do not use devices intended for inside use outdoors.

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The key to installing a security system is planning. First consider the locations for the alarm components and how the wiring will route back to the control panel taking into consideration that the user will require access to the control panel if the keypad is onboard.Whenever possible try to conceal the wiring, not only does this look better it also adds to the security.

Figs 1 & 2 show a typical domestic installation using a control panel with the keypad onboard. For an RKP system the control panel would be fitted under the stairs close to the consumer unit with the RKP adjacent to the front door.

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Kitchen

Hall

Zone 1

Zone 2

PIR

Zone 3

Dining Room

Lounge

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bathroom

Zone 4

PIR

Novagard

Zone 4 (Landing) removed on Part Set 1

Zone 7

Landing

Fig 1.Typical Installation (Downstairs)

Fig 2.Typical Installation (Upstairs)

Key: MC Magnetic Contact CP Control Panel PA PA Button PIR Passive Infra-Red

In this installation the kitchen area has been left clear of PIRs to allow the family cat to stay in the kitchen when the system is set. Additional PIRs are available from your distributor if required.

If an RKP was used on this system the control panel would be fitted under the stairs close to the mains consumer unit and the RKP would be fitted adjacent to the front door.

Two zones are free on this system to allow for future expansion.

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PIRs

When choosing a position for the PIRs please refer to the Good Practices section (page

6). Poor locations for PIRs is one of the most common reasons for security system false

alarms.

Control Panel

In most installations a large number of wires need to be wired back to the control panel.

Unless they enter the control panel from say a cupboard at the rear (see Fig1) there is a

great risk of them looking very untidy. Unless you wish to chisel out the wall and bury the

wires (not usually an option), consider using plastic trunking. If you plan your system you

will know how many wires are to be wired into the control panel, giving you some idea of

the size of trunking required.To ensure reliable operation of your system we would advise

that the mains cable is not run in the same trunking as the low voltage alarm wires.

Contacts

When planning the location of your contacts do not place them in a position where they may be vulnerable to accidental damage such as being kicked off or knocked off by the vacuum cleaner.Do not exceed the maximum operating distance between the two halves of the contact (normally 0.5 inch).

External Sounder

The location of the external sounder should be chosen with care. It needs to be as high as possible in a position where it can be seen under all lighting conditions.Ideal locations are on gable ends or under the eaves of the house. When choosing the location do not forget to plan how you will get the cable to it. Use a long masonry bit to drill through the wall this will avoid running the cable up the outside of the property ( a sure sign of a DIY job that may tempt burglars.Never try to drill a hole from each side of the wall, the chances of them lining up are slim.

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Because of the nature of security systems there is no standard for the colours of wires used.Throughout this section we will use the following colours:-

For Wiring Detectors.

Function Colour Label Used

12V Supply + (positive) Red Red 0V Supply - (negative) Black Blk Alarm Circuits Green & White Gre & Wht Tamper Circuits Blue & Yellow Blu & Yel

For Wiring External Sounder

Function Colour Label Used

Supply + (positive) Red Red Supply - (negative) Black Blk

Trigger - (SW-) Blue Blu Tamper Return (R) Yellow Yel Strobe - (STR-) White Wht

Mains Wiring

Function Colour Cable or Flex Label Used

Positive + Red or Brown Red or Brn Negative - Black or Blue Blk or Blu Earth Copper or Green/Yellow Cop or Gre/Yel

If you have any doubts about mains wiring consult a qualified electrician.

These are only suggested wiring colours you are free to choose your own if required.

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Control Panel Fixing

Consumer Unit

3A Unswitched

Fused Spur

Control Panel Mains

Terminal Block

Control Panel Mains

Terminal Block

Using Cable

Fuse

Red Cop

Blk

Control Panel Mains

Terminal Block

Using Flex

Fuse

Brn

Gre/Yel

Blu

1) Dependant on the panel included in your kit un-screw the single lid retaining

2) Offer the base to the wall and mark at least three fixing points

3) Drill the wall and fix the base to the wall using suitable screws and plugs.

Mains Wiring to Control Panel

If you have any doubt about the mains wiring you should contact a qualified

electrician.

The unit should be connected to the mains supply via a 3 Amp unswitched fused spur

(available from your supplier).

Fig 3. Mains Connection

screw and remove/open the Lid.

Under no circumstances should you drill through the base.

At this point do not tighten the unit to the wall, this will allow for cable entries as the installation progresses.

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Tamper Wiring Control Panel

Cable from zone1

Detector

Cable from zone2

Detector

Cable from zone3

Detector

Cable from zone4

Detector

Cable from zone5

Detector

Cable from zone6

Detector

Cable from zone7

Detector

+ -

TAMP

Control Panel

Tamper terminals

Terminal strip

Blu Yel

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Cable from zone1

Detector

Cable from zone2

Detector

Cable from zone3

Detector

Cable from zone4

Detector

Cable from zone5

Detector

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TAMP

Control Panel

Tamper terminals

Terminal strip

Blu Yel

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The tamper wiring for the zones uses a system called global tamper wiring.This means that the tampers from all the detectors are wired in series and then connected to a single pair of tamper terminals. A simple way of achieving this is to use an eight way strip of terminal block as shown in Fig 4&5. below.

Fig 4. Global Tamper Wiring (Using 7 zones)

Fig 5. Global Tamper Wiring (Using 5 Zones)

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PIR Fixing

The surface that you intend to fix the PIR to should be firm and free from vibration.

1) Slacken the single cover fixing screw and remove the front cover of the PIR.

2) Unscrew the single Printed Circuit Board (PCB) retaining screw.

3) Remove the PCB and store in a safe place.

4) Three types of knock-outs are available in the base (see Fig 6).

5) Offer the base to the wall and mark the drilling points.Under no circumstances

6) Offer the base to the wall pushing the cable through the Knock-out as you do so

A Knock-outs for flat wall mounting. B Knock-outs for corner wall mounting. C Knock-outs for Cable entry Remove two mounting Knock-outs and one cable entry Knock-out

Do not remove excessive Knock-outs as this will allow insects to enter the PIR and potentially result in false activations.

should you drill through the base.

and fasten the base using the screws and plugs supplied with the unit.

PIR Wiring

1) Strip approx 40mm of the outer sheathing from the cable.

2) Strip approx 3mm of the insulation from each core of the cable and twist each conductor.

3) Wire the unit as shown in Fig 7. using the following connections

Terminal Cable Colour Label Used

Alarm Green Gre Alarm White Wht

OV Black Blk 12V Red Red

Tamper Blue Blu Tamper Yellow Yel

Note: Two terminals are marked Alarm and two marked Tamper

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