GE 45129 User Manual
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Wireless Alarm System
Choice
ALERT
Choice
ALERT
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Control Center
User’s Manual
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Control all Sensors
& accessories from
one location
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Table of Contents
Important Safeguards 3
Designing a system 4
Controls, Indicators, and Features 5
Battery Backup - Control Center 5
Low Battery Indicators (Control Center & Sensors) 6
The Choice Alert Operating Modes 6
Notification Mode 6
Dedicated Alert Mode (Zone 4) 7
Armed/Alarm Modes 7
Mute Function 7
Placement of the Control Center 8
Creating a Personal Security Code 8
Sensors and Zones 9
Assigning a Sensor to a Zone 10
Erasing a Sensor from a Zone 11
Testing a Sensor - setting the
Control Center into Test Mode 11
Arming the System (HOME or AWAY) 12
Disarming the System 12 -13
Bypassing a Zone 13
Accessories
Silent Alert 12-13
Alarm Siren 14
Signal repeater 14-15
Q&A 16-17
Important Information
FCC Warning 18
Limitations of Alarm products 20
Product Warnings 20
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Before connecting or operating the Control Center,
please read these instructions carefully and save this
manual for future reference.
Congratulations
The GE Choice Alert™ Wireless Alarm System is one
of the most affordable and expandable wireless
alarm systems available. You’ll discover that the system
offers many features typically found in custom installed
Alarm systems.
The Choice Alert system is reliable and easy-touse. With Choice Alert you can select from a line of
Sensors and Accessories; start small and expand
as you need, or create a system that meets all your
needs. The Choice Alert System is protected by Priority
Code Selection technology which provides increased
security and trouble-free wireless connections. It also
guarantees the Control Center will only respond to
signals from your Sensors in and around your home,
and prevents anyone from tampering with your system.
The user manual explains in simple steps how
to install, use and care for your new Choice Alert
Control Center.
If you have any questions or would like
additional information please visit our web site
www.jascoproducts.com, or contact our
Customer Service Group at 1-800-654-8483.
Important safeguards
Cleaning – Unplug adapter and remove batteries
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before cleaning. Do not use strong or abrasive cleaners.
Use a dry cloth to clean the surface of the Control
Center. In case the dirt is hard to remove, use a damp
(not wet) cloth for cleaning.
2. Water and Moisture – Do not use any component
of this system in an exposed outdoor area except those
specifically designed for that purpose (such as the Door/
Window Sensor, Motion Sensor, Silent Alert LED indicator,
Water Leak Sensor). Do not operate this system in the
presence of explosive or flammable fumes.
Precautions
Do not attempt to disassemble the Control Center, or
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any of the Sensors or Accessories unless described in
the user’s manuals. There are no user serviceable parts.
2. Handle with Care – Avoid striking or shaking.
Improper use or storage could damage the Control
Center. Modifying or tampering with the device or its
internal components can cause a malfunction and void
the Control Center’s warranty.
3. If you feel the Control Center or any part of the
Choice Alert system is not operating correctly or
as described, please contact Customer Service for
assistance (1-800-654-8483).
Before you begin to install your Choice Alert System,
you will need to plan your security needs. Consider all
the doors and windows that are likely to be used as
points of entry by an intruder, such as those poorly
lit or an entrance or window that cannot be easily
seen from the street. You may want to know if the back
gate is open, whether the garage door is still up or if
the storage shed in the backyard is secure. Perhaps
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you’re concerned about the hot water tank or the
dishwasher leaking?
This system will help alleviate those concerns.
To start, sketch a map of areas in and around your
home and determine which doors and/or windows
need contact Sensors, which areas that might best be
served by a Motion Sensor, etc. The Choice Alert system
can manage up to 16 Sensors – a maximum
of any four (4) Sensors in any of the four (4) protection
Zones. (See diagram of the example sketch.)
We recommend installing a Window/Door Sensor on
the door that you enter/exit most often, and another
at your secondary exit. A Motion Sensor can be
positioned in the area that has traffic such as stairs or
hallways. It can also be placed in main rooms (living
rooms, dens, computer rooms). Additional Sensors can
be added for exterior areas like garage door, outside
gate, storage sheds and workshops. You can also use
the Water Leak Sensor to provide an Alert for potential
water damage areas such as around a hot water
tank, washing machine, dishwasher or air conditioner
condensation pan.
Supplies needed: Clean sheet of paper, ruler and pencil with
an eraser.
Note: Motion Sensors can also be used to protect specific
items that might be targeted by intruders (i.e. electronic
equipment, TV’s, stereos and/or computers). Point the Motion
Sensor directly at the equipment from an opposing wall or
corner and if they are disturbed, the alarm will be triggered.
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Arm
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Keypad
Antenna
Alarm
Siren
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IndicatorsIndicators
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Alert
Chime
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Mute
Learn
Input DC 12V
Alert
Chime
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Notification
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Control, Indicators, and Features:
Zone Indicators
These LEDs indicate Sensor status for each of the
4 Zones in the Choice Alert system.
Armed and Power Indicators
These LEDs indicate status of the system.
Keypad Operations:
Arm button - Use this button on the keypad to select
the arm setting (HOME or AWAY) you wish to use.
Input DC 12 V -
Mute Button - Used to mute a triggered Zone. (See pg 7)
AC adapter input jack.
Learn Button - Used to link Sensors and Accessories to
the main unit. (See pg 10)
Features
Battery Back-up (Control Center)
The Control Center offers battery backup; up to 48
hours, in case of power failure. While the system
will operate correctly without batteries, it is highly
recommended to install four (4) new “AAA” Alkaline
batteries. To install batteries, unplug the AC adapter
from the Control Center and rotate the unit bottom side
up, revealing the battery compartment on the base.
Slide the battery compartment cover off in the direction
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of the arrow. Install batteries according to the battery
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Arm
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Alert
Chime
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Mute
Learn
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Mode settings
Control Center has
three Mode settings
“Alert” - Continuous Tone
“Chime” - Single Tone
“Off” - Lights only
Notification switch
(affects Zone 1, 2, 3 only)
polarity diagram inside the battery compartment.
Replace the battery door.
Note: The Control Center has an automatic internal battery
tester. After batteries are installed you can check the backup
battery status at any time by unplugging the AC adapter. If
the batteries are acceptable, the green ‘Power’ LED indicator
will be remain on. If the batteries are low, the LED indicator will
flash slowly. If the batteries are too low to power unit , or dead,
the LED indicator will be off.
Low Battery Indicator (Sensors)
The Control Center continuously monitors all the
Sensors. If the Control Center does not receive a signal
from any Sensor it will begin rapidly flashing the Zone
LED indicator . This indicates one or more Sensors in the
Zone may have low battery power and are unable to
transmit a signal the necessary distance. If all batteries
and/or Sensors are installed at the same time into a
Zone, it is recommended to replace the batteries in
all Sensors in the Zone.
However, you can check the Sensor’s status
independently by placing the Control Center in Test
mode (see Testing a Sensor on page 11) and trigger
each Sensor separately (i.e. open door). If the Sensor
does not trigger an alert then replace the batteries.
Note: The Sensor detection system is ‘range dependant’,
which means Sensors located closer to the Control Center may
seem to have batteries that last longer than those Sensors
at a greater distance. Also, keep in mind, because the Motion
Sensor is continually checking for activity the battery life is less
than the lithium cell batteries in the other Sensors. An Alkaline
“9V” battery in the Motion Sensor can last up to 9 months; the
Lithium cell batteries in the Door/Window, Garage and Water
Leak Sensor can last up to two years. If the Motion Sensor is in a
Zone with other Sensors, try replacing its battery first.
INTRODUCTION
Let’s review the different features, functions and
terminology of the Control Center.
The Choice Alert System operates in
three different modes
1. Notification Mode (Zones 1, 2, 3)
2. Dedicated Alert Mode (Zone 4)
3. Armed/Alarm Mode (Zones 1, 2, 3)
Mode 1 - Notification Mode – Off/Chime/Alert (Zones 1,
2, 3) Perfect for Windows, Doors & Motion Sensors
(alarmed areas)
- Unarmed immediate notification mode
- User is notified of triggered Sensor based on
position
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of notification switch.
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