Congratulations on your ownership of an ADEMCO Security System.
You've made a wise decision in choosing this system because it
represents the latest in security protection technology available today.
ADEMCO is the world's largest manufacturer of security systems,
and millions of premises are protected by ADEMCO.
The VISTA-15 offers you three forms of protection: burglary, fire, and
emergency. Your system consists of at least one keypad, which
provides control of system operation. The system includes various
sensors that provide perimeter and interior burglary protection, plus
smoke or combustion detectors designed to provide early warning in
case of fire.
The VISTA-15
protection zones and system status, display appropriate information
on the keypad(s) used with the system, and initiate appropriate
alarms. Your system may also have been programmed to
automatically send alarm or status messages over the phone lines to a
central alarm monitoring station.
Zones
Your system's sensing devices have been assigned to various "zones."
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 numbers will appear on the
display, along with a description for that zone (if programmed), when
an alarm or trouble condition occurs.
Burglary Protection
Your VISTA-15 provides five modes of burglary protection: STAY,
NIGHT-STAY, AWAY, INSTANT, and MAXIMUM, and allows you to
bypass selected zones while leaving the rest of the system armed. You
must turn on (arm) the burglary protection portion of your system
before it will sense burglary alarms. The system also provides a
CHIME mode, for alerting users to the opening of protected doors and
windows while the system is disarmed. Refer to the other sections of
this manual for procedures for using these features.
microcomputer technology to monitor all
uses
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System Overview
NIGHT-STAY
(cont'd)
The following table lists the five different arming modes and the
features of each.
Security Codes
At the time of installation, you were assigned a personal four-digit
security code, known only to you. You must enter the security code
when arming and disarming the system, and when performing other
system functions. As an additional safety feature, other users who do
not need to know your code can be assigned different security codes.
Refer to the
codes to the system.
Fire Protection
The fire protection portion of your security system (if used) is always
active and will sound an alarm if a fire condition is detected. Refer to
the
fire protection, smoke detectors, and planning emergency exit routes
from the premises.
Alarms
When an alarm occurs, both the keypad and external sounders will
sound, and the keypad will display the zone(s) causing the alarm. If
your system is connected to a central monitoring station, an alarm
message will also be sent. To stop the alarm sounding, simply disarm
the system.
ARMING
MODE
AWAYYesYesYesYes
STAYYesYesYesNo
INSTANTYesNoYesNo
MAXIMUMYesNoYesYes
* for selected interior zones (ask your installer about the included zones)
Delay
Security Codes
Fire Alarm System
FEATURES OF EACH ARMING MODE
Exit
YesYesYesYes*
Entry
Delay
Perimeter
Armed
Interior
Armed
section for procedures on adding security
section for important information concerning
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System Overview
Cross Zoning
Cross zoning is used to prevent false alarms. Up to 10 zones can be linked
together in your security system (programmed by the in staller). If any of
the 10 linked zones faults in the armed state, the system will wait to see
if a second zone faults within a programmed period of time. When the
second zone faults, alarms will be sent out for both zones (if
programmed), the alarm bell will sound, and the two zones in alarm will
be displayed on the keypad.
However, if another fault does NOT occur within the programmed period
of time, only a Trouble report will be sent to the monitoring station and
no message will be displayed on the keypad until the syst em is disarm ed.
Memory of Alarm
When an alarm condition occurs, the keypad displays the number(s)
of the zone(s) that caused the problem, and displays the type of alarm
(e.g.,
disarming the system (see the
section).
FIRE, ALARM
(cont'd)
). It remains displayed until it is cleared by
Disarming and Silencing Alarms
Phone Access & Voice Response Capability
Your system may include a voice module that permits you to access
the system via a TouchTone phone, either on-premises or by call-in
when away. The phone access feature will enable you to do the
following:
Receive synthesized voice messages over the telephone regarding
•
the status of the security system.
Arm and disarm the system and perform most function commands
•
via the telephone, with voice confirmation provided after each
command entry.
Paging Feature
If the paging feature has been programmed for your system, your
pager will respond to certain conditions as they occur in your system.
Your pager will display code numbers indicating the type of condition
that has occurred. Refer to the
detailed information.
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Paging Feature
section for more
General Information
The VISTA-15 has preset time delays, known as exit delay and entry
delay. Whenever you arm your system, exit delay gives you time to
leave through the designated exit door without setting off an alarm.
Exit delay begins immediately after entering any arming command,
and applies to all modes of arming protection. If it is programmed, a
slow beeping will sound throughout the exit delay period, with fast
beeps during the last 10 seconds.
Entry/Exit delays
Entry Delay
through the designated entrance door. But you must disarm the
system before the entry delay period ends, or an alarm will occur. The
keypad beeps during the entry delay period , reminding you to disarm
the system. There are two entry delays (if programmed). The first is
for your primary entrance and the second can be used for a secondary
entrance, where a longer delay is required to give you enough time to
walk to the keypad to disarm the system.
You can also arm the system with no entry delay at all by using either
the INSTANT or MAXIMUM arming mode. These modes provide
greater security while you are on the premises.
See your installer for your delay times (you may want to record them
below).
Exit delay : secondsEntry delay 1: seconds
gives you time to disarm the system when you re-enter
Entry delay 2:
seconds
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Entry/Exit delay
Exit Alarms
To minimize false alarms sent to the alarm monitoring company,
your system may have been programmed for this feature. Ask
your installer if Exit Alarm is active for your system.
Exit Alarm Active
Whenever you arm the system, the exit delay begins. If an entry/exit
door or interior zone is faulted when the exit delay ends (e.g., exit
door left open), the system sounds an alarm and starts the entry delay
timer. If you disarm the system before the entry delay ends, the alarm
sound stops and the message
displayed on the keypad, along with a zone number indicating the
faulted zone. No message is sent to the alarm monitoring company.
To clear the exit alarm condition, the open zone must be made intact.
To clear the display, enter your 4-digit security code plus OFF key.
If you do not disarm the system before the entry delay ends, and an
entry/exit door or interior zone is still open, the alarm sound
continues and an exit alarm message is sent to the alarm monitoring
company. The message
keypad, along with a zone number indicating the faulted zone. To stop
the alarm, the system must be disarmed (by entering your code plus
OFF). To clear the display, enter your code plus OFF a second time.
(cont'd)
CANCELED ALARM
EXIT ALARM
or CA is
or EA is displayed on the
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An exit alarm also results if an entry/exit door or interior zone is
faulted within 2 minutes after the end of the exit delay.
About the Keypads
IMPORTANT
If the keypad beeps rapidly when you enter the premises, it
means that an alarm has occurred during your absence and an
intruder may still be on the premises.
LEAVE IMMEDIATELY AND CONTACT THE POLICE
nearby safe location.
General Information
Your keypads allow you to control all system functions. The keypads
feature a telephone-style (digital) keypad and a Liquid Crystal
Display (LCD) that shows the nature and location of all occurrences.
The keypads contain a built-in loudspeaker (sounder) that will
annunciate during alarms and troubles. The keypads also beep during
certain system functions, such as during entry/exit delay times, in
CHIME
the key press).
There are two basic types of keypads: the
alpha
mode, and when you depress any of the keys (to acknowledge
keypad (both described below).
Two-Line Alpha Keypad
Two-line alpha keypads feature a 2-line, 32-character alphanumeric
LCD that display system messages in English. The typical alpha
keypad (6139) is shown on page 12. These keypads can also be
programmed with custom zone descriptors.
depicted in this manual are those that typically appear on a 2line alpha keypad.
from a
fixed-word
The screen displays
keypad and the
Fixed-Word Keypad
Fixed-word keypads are functionally identical to alpha keypads, but
the LCD display uses predesignated words to identify the nature and
location of occurrences. The typical fixed-word keypad (6128) is shown
on the next page.
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About the Keypads
AWAY
STAY
INSTANT
ALARM
BYPASS
CHECK
NIGHT
FIRE
®
FIXED-WORD KEYPAD
(cont'd)
NO AC
CHIME
BAT
CANCELED
NOT READY
6128
OFFAWAYSTAY
2
1
MAXTESTBYPASS
INSTANT CODECHIME
READY
*
3
654
897
0
PANIC
ARMED
READY
#
AWAY:
STAY:
NIGHT & STAY:
(NIGHT-STAY)
INSTANT:
AWAY & INSTANT:
(MAXIMUM)
BYPASS:
NOT READY:
READY:
All burglary zones, interior
and perimeter, are armed.
Perimeter burglary zones,
such as protected windows
and doors, are armed.
ALARM
CHECK
FIRE
AWAY
STAY
INSTANT
BYPASS
NIGHT
CANCELED
NOT READY
Perimeter burglary zones
such as protected windows
and doors are armed, as well
FIXED-WORD
KEYPAD DISPLAY
as selected interior zones.
Perimeter burglary zones are armed and Entry Delay is
turned off.
All burglary zones, interior and perimeter, are armed, and
Entry Delay is turned off.
One or more burglary protection zones have been bypassed.
The burglary portion of the system is not ready for arming
(due to open protection zones).
The burglary system is ready to be armed.
NO AC
CHIME
BAT
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About the Keypads
(cont'd)
NO AC:
AC:
CHIME:
BAT:
ALARM:
CHECK:
FIRE:
AC power has been cut off. System is operating on backup
battery power.
AC power is present.
The Chime feature is activated.
There is a low-battery condition in a wireless sensor (if
zone number is displayed) or a low system battery (if no
zone number is displayed).
An intrusion has been detected and the system is armed
(also appears during a fire alarm or audible emergency
alarm). The protection zone in alarm is also displayed.
A malfunction has been discovered in the system (at any
time); or an open has been detected in a Fire zone (at any
time); or a fault has been detected in a Day/Night burglary
zone (during a disarmed period). The zone number in
trouble is also displayed.
This message will be displayed if a hardwired zone is
shorted (if the Hardwire Short Detection option is enabled).
Ask your installer for details.
A fire alarm is present. The zone in alarm is also displayed.
CANCELED:
Appears when an alarm occurs and the system is disarmed
before the monitoring station has been notified.
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Functions of the Keypads
13
READYARMED
15
14
16
17
6139 2-LINE ALPHA KEYPAD
Fixed-word keypads are functionally similar, except for screen displays.
1.
DISPLAY WINDOW:
Fixed-word
and 2-line Alpha Displays use
Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs) to
display protection point identification and system status. 2-Line
Alpha keypads also may display
messages and user instructions.
2.
OFF
KEY:
Disarms the
burglary portion of the system,
silences alarms and audible
trouble indicators, and clears
visual alarm trouble after the
problem has been corrected.
5
OFFAWAYSTAY
A
B
C
D
1
MAXTESTBYPASS
INSTANT CODECHIME
READY
*
118
3.
2
2
897
0
PANIC
AWAY
3
654
#
13
KEY:
4
6
7
9
10
12
Completely arms
both perimeter and interior
burglary zones for backup
protection by sensing an intruder's
movements through protected
interior areas. Also guards
protected doors, windows, etc.
Entrance can be made through an
entry delay zone without causing
an alarm if the system is disarmed
before the entry delay time
expires.
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Functions of the Keypads
(cont'd)
4.
STAY
burglary sensors, guarding
protected doors, windows, and other
perimeter protection points, and
sounds an alarm if one is opened.
Interior protection is not armed,
which allows movement within your
house without causing an alarm.
Entrance can be made through an
entry delay zone without causing an
alarm if the system is disarmed
before the entry delay time expires.
If this key is pressed twice in rapid
succession, the system is armed in a
higher level of security than STAY
arming. This higher level is called
NIGHT-STAY and incorporates all
the features of the STAY mode, but
also arms selected interior zones
(ask your installer for further
information).
5.
MAX
similar to AWAY mode, but
eliminates the entry delay period,
thus providing maximum
protection. An alarm will occur
immediately upon opening any
protection point, including entry
delay zones.
6.
TEST
and alarm sounder.
KEY:
KEY:
KEY:
Arms the perimeter
Arms in a manner
Tests the system
7.
BYPASS
individual protection zones from
being monitored by the system.
Displays currently bypassed
protection zones.
8.
INSTANT
manner similar to STAY mode, but
turns off the entry delay period,
offering greater security while you
are inside and not expecting any
late visitors. An alarm will occur
immediately upon opening any
perimeter protection point,
including entry delay zones.
9.
CODE
additional user codes that can be
given to other users of the system.
10.
CHIME
mode on and off. When it is on, any
entry through a protected delay or
perimeter zone while the system is
disarmed will cause a tone to sound
at the keypad(s).
11.
READY
depressed prior to arming the
system, the keypad will display all
open protection zones within the
keypad's home partition.
KEY:
KEY:
KEY:
KEY:
KEY:
Allows the entry of
Turns the CHIME
When this key is
Removes
Arms in a
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Functions of the Keypads
12.
#
KEY:
system without
code (“Quick Arm,” if programmed).
Also used to view the second line of
single-line alpha keypads.
13.
KEYS 0-9:
individual security access code(s).
14.
POWER/READY INDICATOR:
On keypads with a "Power" LED,
primary power is on when this is lit.
If the indicator is off, system is
operating on backup battery power.
On keypads with a "READY" LED,
system is ready to be armed if this
indicator is lit. An unlit indicator
means the system is not ready (a
zone is open).
Permits arming of the
entering a security
Used to enter your
(cont'd)
16.
INTERNAL SOUNDER:
audible internal warning and
confirmation sounds, as well as
alarms (see
Notification
17.
A-B-C KEYS:
Summary of Audible
section).
These keys may be
used as PANIC keys, if Quick Arm
(
21) is not enabled, or as Arming
✱
keys if
Quick Arm
Keypads without this option use key
pairs to activate panic alarms. Refer
to
Panic Keys and Arming
for descriptions of these keys.
The D key, when available, is
typically programmed to send a
special message to a Pager. Refer to
the
Paging Feature
details.
Source of
is enabled.
section for
section
15.
ARMED INDICATOR:
(RED) Lit
when the system has been armed in
the STAY, NIGHT-STAY, AWAY,
INSTANT, or MAXIMUM mode.
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IMPORTANT!
When you use the keypad to enter codes and
commands, press the keys within 2 seconds of
one another. If 2 seconds elapse without a key
depression, the entry is aborted and must be
repeated from its beginning.
Using the ✱ Key
1.
Press the [✱] key. (There is no need to
enter your security code in order to reveal
2.
Typical fault display shows open zone.
Secure or bypass the zone(s) displayed
3.
The
READY
message is displayed when
all protection zones have been either
You may now arm the system as
Before arming your system, all protected doors, windows, and other
protection zones must be closed or bypassed (see
Protection Zones
READY
faulted, making it easier for you to secure any open zones.
Checking for Open Zones
section). Otherwise the keypad will display a
message. Pressing the [
Bypassing
NOT
✱
] key will display all zones that are
NOTE:
A green READY indicator (if present) on the keypad will be
lit if the system is ready to be armed. If it is not lit, the
system is not ready.
✱
FAULT 05 FRONT
UPSTAIRS BEDROOM
****
DISARMED
READY TO ARM
NOT READY - PRESS
TO SHOW FAULTS
Show faulted zones.
faulted zones.)
Secure faulted zones.
before arming the system.
****
Arm the system.
closed or bypassed.
✱
described on the following pages.
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Arming Perimeter Only
1.
Enter 4-digit security code, then press
or, for quick arming
Press the [#] key followed by the
STAY key, or press and hold the [B]
2.
The keypad beeps three times and
displays the
ARMED STAY
message. The
The
You may exit now
portion of the
message disappears when the exit delay
(with Entry Delay ON)
Using the 3 Key
STAY
Use this key when you are staying home, but expect someone to use
the entrance door later.
When armed in STAY mode, the system will sound an alarm if a
protected door or window is opened, but you may otherwise move
freely throughout the premises. Late visitors can enter through the
entrance door without causing an alarm, but they must disarm the
system within the entry delay period or an alarm will occur.
Close all protected perimeter windows and doors before
Checking for Open Zones
arming
indicator (if present) on the keypad should be lit if the system is ready
to be armed.
(Security Code)
(see
+ 3
STAY
section). The green READY
the STAY key.
Example: Press 7
2 9 6, then 3
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(if enabled):
button ( if available).
ARMED
You may exit now
***
STAY
***
Listen for 3 beeps.
red ARMED indicator also lights.
ARMED
***
STAY
***
time expires.
You can restart the exit delay at any time after arming in STAY mode
by pressing the
key. This is useful if you wish to open the
✴
entry/exit door to let someone in or out after arming the system
without having to disarm the system and then re-arm it again*.
*
Refer to the note at bottom of page 19 dealing with the
automatic Exit Restart feature.
Arming Perimeter and Selected Interior Zones
1.
Enter 4-digit security code, then
Press the [#] key followed by the
STAY key twice,
or
press and hold
2.
The keypad beeps three times and
displays the
NIGHT-STAY
message.
The
You may exit now
portion of the
message disappears when the exit
Using the 3 Key to Arm Night-Stay
STAY
Use this key when you are staying home, but would like increased
security by arming preselected interior zones.
When armed in NIGHT-STAY mode, the system will sound an alarm if a
protected window or door is opened, or if one of the selected interior zones
is faulted. You may re-enter through the entrance door without causing
an alarm IF one of the selected perimeter zones is not faulted, but the
system must be disarmed within the entry delay period or an alarm will
occur.
Close all protected perimeter windows and doors before arming
Check for Open Zones
(see
keypad should be lit if the system is ready to be armed.
+ 3 + 3
(Security Code)
or, for quick arming
(if enabled):
NIGHT-STAY
***
You may exit now
STAY STAY
section). The green READY indicator on the
***
(with Entry Delay ON)
press STAY key twice.
Example: Press
7 2 9 6 ,
the [C] button
Listen for 3 beeps.
then
(if available).
3 3
You can restart the exit delay at any time after arming in STAY mode by
pressing the
door to let someone in or out after arming the system without having to
disarm the system and then re-arm it again*.
*
Refer to the note at bottom of page 19 dealing with the automatic Exit Restart feature
delay time expires.
key. This is useful if you wish to open the entry/exit
✴
.
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Arming Perimeter Only
1.
or, for quick arming
2.
(with Entry Delay OFF)
Using the 7 Key
INSTANT
Use this key when you are staying home and do not expect anyone to
use the entrance door.
When armed in INSTANT mode, the system will sound an alarm if a
protected door or window is opened, but you may otherwise move
freely throughout the premises. The alarm will also sound
immediately if anyone opens the entrance door.
perimeter windows and doors before arming
Open Zones
keypad should be lit if the system is ready to be armed.
section). The green READY indicator (if present) on the
Close all protected
Checking for
(see
+ 7
(Security Code)
(if enabled):
ARMED
You may exit now
INSTANT
INSTANT
*
Enter 4-digit security code, then press
the INSTANT key.
Example: Press
Press the
INSTANT key.
Listen for 3 beeps.
*
The keypad beeps three times and displays the
ARMED INSTANT
indicator also lights.
The
You may exit now
disappears when the exit delay time expires.
7 2 9 6, t
[#]
key followed by the
message. The red ARMED
portion of the message
hen
7
You can restart the exit delay at any time after arming in INSTANT
mode by pressing the
key. This is useful if you wish to open the
✴
entry/exit door to let someone in or out after arming the system
without having to disarm the system and then re-arm it again.
*
Refer to the note at bottom of page 19 dealing with the automatic Exit Restart
feature.
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Using the 2 Key
1.
Enter 4-digit security code, then press the
or, for quick arming
Press the [#] key followed by the AWAY
key
or
press and hold the [A] button
(if
2.
The keypad beeps twice, or beeps continuously
if Exit Warning has been programmed for y our
system, and displays the
ARMED AWAY
message. The red ARMED indicator also
The
You may exit now
portion of the
message disappears when the exit delay time
AWAY
Use this key when no one will be staying on the premises.
When armed in AWAY mode, the system will sound an alarm if a pr otected
door or window is opened, or if any movement is detected inside the premises.
You may leave through the entrance door during the exit delay period
without causing an alarm. You may also re-enter through the entrance door,
but must disarm the system within the entry delay period or else an alarm
will occur*.
NOTE:
is armed from a hard-wired keypad, and no entry/exit zone is violated during
the exit time, the system
Close all protected perimeter windows and doors before arming
Checking for Open Zones section). The green READY indicator (if present)
on the keypad should be lit if the system is read y to be armed.
Arming All Protection
(with Entry Delay ON)
If the Auto Stay feature is enabled (ask your installer) and the system
will revert
to the STAY mode.
(see
+ 2
(Security Code)
(if enabled):
ARMED
You may exit now
*
NOTE:
this way: If you realize that you forgot something and have to go back inside the
premises (within the original exit delay time), as soon as you re-enter, a new exit
delay time sequence is started. This restarting of the exit delay time occurs only once
during each arming session, however; therefore you're permitted only one return
without setting off alarms.
There is an automatic Exit Restart feature built into your system. It works
***
AWAY
AWAY
***
AWAY key.
Example: Press 7
available).
Listen.
lights.
expires.
2 9 6, then
2
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Arming All Protection
1.
Enter 4-digit security code, then press
or, for quick arming
Press the [#] key followed by the MAX
2.
The keypad beeps twice, or beeps
continuously if exit warning has been
programmed for your system, and displays
the
ARMED MAXIMUM
message
(
AWAY/INSTANT
on fixed-word
keypads). The red ARMED indicator also
The
You may exit now
portion of the
message disappears when the exit delay
(With Entry Delay OFF)
Using the 4 Key
MAX
Use this key when the premises will be vacant for an extended period
of time, such as during a vacation, or when no one will be moving
through protected interior areas.
When armed in MAXIMUM mode, the system will sound an alarm if a
protected door or window is opened, or if any movement is detected
inside the premises. You may leave through the entrance door during
the exit delay period without causing an alarm, but an alarm will be
sounded as soon as someone re-enters.
Close all protected perimeter windows and doors before
Checking for Open Zones
arming
indicator (if present) on the keypad should be lit if the system is ready
to be armed.
(see
section). The green READY
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+ 4
(Security Code)
(if enabled):
ARMED *MAXIMUM
You may exit now
MAX
the MAXIMUM key.
Example: Press 7
.
key
Listen.
*
2 9 6 then
lights.
expires*.
*
Refer to the note at bottom of page 19 dealing with the automatic Exit Restart
feature
.
4
Using the 1 Key
1.
Enter 4-digit security code, then press
2.
The keypad displays the
READY TO
ARM
message (if no alarms have occurred
while armed) and beeps once to confirm
OFF
Disarming and Silencing Alarms
Use the
trouble sounds. See
key to disarm the system and to silence alarm and
OFF
Summary of Audible Notification
section for
information to help you distinguish between fire and burglary alarm
sounds.
IMPORTANT:
sounder is on,
If you return and the main burglary
DO NOT
enter the premises, but call the
police from a nearby safe location. If you return after an
alarm has occurred and the main sounder has shut
itself off, the keypad will beep rapidly when you enter,
indicating that an alarm has occurred during your
absence and an intruder may still be on the premises.
LEAVE IMMEDIATELY
POLICE
from a nearby safe location.
and
CONTACT THE
To disarm the system and silence burglary alarms:
+ 1
(Security Code)
OFF
the OFF key.
Example: Press 7
2 9 6 then
1
****
READY TO ARM
DISARMED
****
Listen for 1 beep.
that the system is disarmed.
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Disarming and Silencing Alarms
Enter 4-digit security code, then press
Memory of Alarm
If an alarm occurs, the keypad displays the zone number(s) that
caused the alarm and the type of alarm. These messages remain
displayed until cleared by a user.
To clear the display:
Note the zone number displayed and enter an OFF sequence.
(cont'd)
+ 1 *
(Security Code)
If the
correct the fault (close windows, etc.). If the fault cannot be corrected,
notify your alarm company.
* In cases of an alarm, trouble, or
ity code and OFF key must be entered into the system two times to
clear the display.
READY
OFF
message will not display, go to the displayed zone and
the OFF key.*
Example: Press 7
CHECK
message, the 4-digit secur-
2 9 6 then
1
*
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Using the 6 Key
1.
Enter 4-digit security code, then
2.
Enter the zone number(s) for the zones to
Important!
All single-digit numbers
must be preceded by a zero (for example,
3.
The keypad displays the word
BYPASS
along with each bypassed zone number
(and a zone descriptor if programmed).
Wait for these zones to be displayed, to be
4.
Arm the system as usual when the
keypad displays the
READY TO ARM
BYPASS
This key is used when you want to arm your system with one or more
zones intentionally unprotected. Bypassed zones are unprotected and
will not cause an alarm when violated while your system is armed.
All bypasses are removed when an OFF sequence (security
code plus OFF) is performed
arming procedure that follows the bypass command is not successful.
The system will not allow fire zones to be bypassed.
To bypass zones, the system must be disarmed first.
Bypassing Protection Zones
. Bypasses are also removed if the
+ 6
(Security Code)
(Zone Numbers)
BYPASS 07 FRONT
UPSTAIRS BEDROOM
Typical bypass message
DISARMED BYPASS
Ready to Arm
BYPASS
press the BYPASS key.
Example: Press 7
2 9 6 then
6
Enter zone numbers.
be bypassed (e.g., 01, 02, 03, etc.)
.
enter 01 for zone 1).
Wait.
sure that intended zones are bypassed.
Arm as usual.
message.
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Bypassing Protection Zones
1.
Enter 4-digit security code, then
2.
In a few moments, all open zones are
displayed along with the word
BYPASS
.
Wait for these zones to be displayed
before arming. Arming the system before
zones are displayed eliminates all
3.
Arm the system as usual when the
1.
Enter 4-digit security code, then
2.
In a few moments, all open zones are
sequentially displayed along with the
Quick Bypass
Your system may allow you to easily bypass all open (faulted) zones
without having to enter zone numbers individually. Ask your installer
if this feature is active.
(cont'd)
+ 6
(Security Code)
BYPASS 07 FRONT
UPSTAIRS BEDROOM
Typical bypass message
DISARMED BYPASS
Ready to Arm
Displaying Bypassed Zones
For determining what zones have been bypassed, all bypassed zones
can be displayed only when the system is disarmed, and when the
BYPASS
(Security Code)
message shown in step 3 above is displayed.
+ 6
BYPASS
BYPASS
press the BYPASS key.
Example: Press 7
2 9 6 then
Wait.
bypasses.
Arm as usual.
keypad displays the
READY
press the BYPASS key.
Example: Press 7
2 9 6 then
6
message.
6
BYPASS 07 FRONT
UPSTAIRS BEDROOM
Typical bypass message
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Wait.
word
BYPASS
.
Using the 9 Key
1.
Enter 4-digit security code, then
2.
The
CHIME
message displays while
1.
Enter 4-digit security code, then
2.
CHIME
Your system can be set to alert you to the opening of a door or
window† while it is disarmed by using CHIME mode. When activated,
three beeps sound at the keypad whenever a protected perimeter door
or window is opened.
†
Or selected doors or windows if chime-by-zone feature is active. Ask
installer if this feature applies to your system.
Chime Mode
Pressing the
key will display the open protection points.
✱
Note that the CHIME mode can be activated only when the system is
disarmed.
Your installer may have programmed your system to use special keys
to manually activate panic functions. The functions that might be
programmed are listed below. See your installer for the function(s)
that are programmed for your system.
ACTIVE PANIC FUNCTIONS
KEYSZONEFUNCTION
1 and
3 and #96
and #99
✱
A95
B99
C96
To use a paired-key panic function, simply press both keys of the
assigned pair at the same time. If your keypad has lettered keys for
panic functions, press the designated key and hold it down for at least
2 seconds to activate the panic function.
Types of Panic Alarms
95
✱
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A silent emergency
sends an alarm signal to the alarm monitoring
company,* but there are no audible alarms or visual displays.
An audible emergency
sends an emergency message to the alarm
monitoring company* and sounds a loud, steady alarm at your keypad
and at any external sounders that are connected. (
ALARM
plus a
zone number are also displayed).
A personal emergency
alarm sends an emergency message to the
alarm monitoring company* and sounds at keypads, but not at
external sounders (
A fire alarm
sends a fire alarm message to the alarm monitoring
ALARM
plus a zone number are also displayed).
company* and uniquely activates keypad and external sounders
(
FIRE
If your system is connected to an alarm monitoring company
*
plus a zone number are also displayed).
General Information
Your system may be set up so that certain lights or other devices can
be turned on or off by using the device command from the keypad.
Ask your installer if this has been done in your system. If
programmed for your system, some devices may activate
automatically upon certain system conditions. In this case, the
following commands can be used to override the device activation. See
your installer for a full explanation of this feature.
To Activate Devices
Enter security code, then press # + 7 + device number.
+ # + 7 +
(Security Code)(Device Number)
Using Device Commands
Example:
Press 7
the number representing the device you wish to activate. See your
installer for device numbers assigned for your system.
To Deactivate Devices
Enter security code, then press # + 8 + device number.
+ # + 8 +
(Security Code)(Device Number)
Example:
Press 7
the number representing the device you wish to deactivate. See your
installer for device numbers assigned for your system.
DeviceDevice #/Description
1
2
3
4
2 9 6 then press #, then press 7, then enter
2 9 6 then press #, then press 8, then enter
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Paging Feature
General Information
If the Paging feature has been programmed for your system, your
pager will respond to certain conditions as they occur in your system.
This message appears in a 7-digit format explained below. You can
also send up to 16 additional digits that may consist of PIN numbers,
messages, reminders, etc. These 16 digits are programmed by your
installer and will appear before the standard 7-digit message.
The [D] button, when pressed (if available), sends a special message
to a pager and displays
(on an alpha keypad). The message it sends is coded as 999-9999 and
signifies ANY message the user and recipient have decided is
appropriate.
Code Format
The 7-digit condition code that follows takes the following form:
00EE = The first 2 digits will always be 00. They are followed by the
2-digit user number or zone number, depending on the event
code.
Pager displays: 911–0004 . This indicates that your system is
reporting an alarm (911) due to a fault in zone 4 (04).
trouble
occur.
Pager displays: 101–0011
reporting an open (101) by user 11 (0011).
codes are always followed by the code number of the person who
caused it to happen. User codes are individually assigned and
programmed into the system by your installer.
codes are always followed by the zone numbers in which they
. This indicates that your system is
Opening
Alarm
and
and
closing
General Information
As an additional safety feature, other users who do not need to know
your code can be assigned different security codes. These secondary
users are identified by "user numbers," which you select when you
assign a user's security code. You can assign up to 14 additional user
codes (user numbers 03-16), including the Temporary and Duress
codes. Note that the master (primary) user of the system is the only
one who can assign codes to secondary (or temporary) users, and is
user number 02; user number 01 is reserved for the installer of the
system.
All codes can be used interchangeably when performing system
functions (a system armed with one user's code can be disarmed by
another user's code), except the temporary code, described below.
Temporary Code
This code can be used to arm and disarm the system. It is typically
assigned to someone (such as a babysitter) who needs to arm/disarm
the system only at certain times. The temporary code is assigned to
user 15. The user of this code should
feature described below. This code will automatically be removed
when the Master code is entered.
Security Codes
use the Quick Arming
not
Duress Code
This feature is intended for use when you are forced to disarm or arm
the system under threat. When used, the system will operate
normally, but can silently notify the alarm monitoring company of
your situation, if that service has been provided. Duress code is
assigned to user 16.
Important:
an alarm monitoring company.
This code is useful only when the system is connected to
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Security Codes
1.
2.
Enter the 2-digit user number (03-16) for
3.
Enter the new 4-digit security code for
Quick Arming
Note that if Quick Arming was programmed by the installer, you can
(cont’d)
press the #
system. You must
key in place of the security code when arming the
always
use the security code to disarm the system,
however.
To Add a User or Change a User's Code
Important:
should not be shown how to use any system function they do not need to know,
such as bypassing protection zones.
You must make sequential key depressions for all steps in a
procedure within 2 seconds of one another (e.g., perform steps 1, 2,
and 3 below with no delay between steps), or else the entire entry is
aborted and must be repeated from its beginning.
+ 8
(Master Code)
(User Number)
(User's Code)
Temporary users of the system (e.g., babysitter, cleaning staff)
Enter 4-digit Master code, then press
the
Example: Press 2 0 5 9 then
Enter user number.
the user you are adding or changing.
Enter user's code.
that user.
8
key.
8
Changing the Master Code
Follow the procedure for changing a user's code, but enter user 02.
Additionally, when changing the Master code, you must perform step
3 twice with the same user code entry so that the new Master code
will be accepted by the system.
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To Delete a User
1.
Enter 4-digit Master code, then press
2.
Enter the 2-digit user number (03-16) for
3.
Wait (about 3 seconds) until the keypad
beeps once before pressing any other key.
+ 8
(Master Code)
the
Security Codes
key.
8
(cont'd)
(User Number)
-----------
Example: Press 2 0 5 9 then
Enter user number.
the user whose code you are deleting.
Stop.
The code is automatically deleted.
8
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Testing the System
1.
Disarm the system and close all protected
windows, doors, etc. The
READY
message should be displayed and the
green READY indicator (if present on the
2.
Enter 4-digit security code, then
3.
The external sounder should sound for 2
If the sounder does not sound,
CALL
4.
Open each protected door and window in
turn and listen for three beeps from the
keypad. Identification of each faulted
protection point should appear on the
display. The display will clear when the
(To be conducted weekly)
Using the 5 Key
TEST
The TEST key puts your system into a TEST mode, which allows each
protection point to be checked for proper operation. The keypad
sounds a single beep every 30 seconds as a reminder that the system
is in this TEST mode.
NOTE:
An alarm message will not be sent to your alarm monitoring
company during the following tests.
**** DISARMED****
READY TO ARM
+ 5
(Security Code)
TEST
Disarm the system.
keypad) should also be lit.
press TEST key.
Example: Press 7
2 9 6 then
Listen.
seconds and then turn off.
FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY
Fault zones.
5
.
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door or window is closed.
Testing the System
Walk in front of any interior motion
detectors (if used) and listen for three
beeps. The keypad should display the
identification of the detector when the
detector is activated. The display will
clear when no motion is detected. Note
that if you are using wireless motion
detectors, there is a 3-minute delay
between activations. This is to conserve
To test all smoke detectors, follow the
manufacturer's instructions. The keypad
should display the identification of each
If you experience a problem with any
protection point (no confirming sounds, no
display),
CALL FOR SERVICE
When you have checked (and closed,
where necessary) all protection points, no
zone identification numbers should be
When you complete testing, exit the TEST
5.
Enter your security code and press the
If you inadvertently leave the test mode
active, it automatically turns off after
battery life.
detector when each is activated.
IMMEDIATELY.
(cont'd)
+ 1
(Security Code)
displayed on the keypad.
mode by continuing with step 5.
Exit TEST mode.
OFF
OFF key.
approximately 4 hours.
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Trouble Conditions
Indicates that a problem exists with those
zone(s)*. First, determine why the zone(s)
displayed are faulted (open window or door;
open or shorted zone terminals; etc.) and
correct the problem. If the zone(s) contain a
wireless detector, check that changes in the
room (moving furniture, televisions, etc.) are
not blocking wireless signals to/from the
detector. If the problem has been corrected, the
appear from the keypad display. If not, key an
OFF sequence (enter the 4-digit security code,
then press the OFF key) to clear the display. A
“Check” condition can also indicate a wiring
problem (opens or shorts, for instance). If the
CHECK
display persists,
CALL FOR
Note that the system will not allow arming if a
“Check” condition exists. To arm the system
with a “Check” condition present, you must
first bypass the zone(s) having the “Check”
NOTE:
Zone 9 represents a problem with
wireless receivers or other system devices,
Typical Check Displays
The word
beeping at the keypad, indicates a trouble condition in the system.
The displays in parentheses in the left column below may appear on
non-alpha keypads when the associated trouble condition is present.
To silence the beeping sound
CHECK
Descriptors
CHECK
+ Zone
on the keypad's display, accompanied by a rapid
for “check” conditions, press any key.
zone descriptor(s) and
CHECK
should dis-
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SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.
condition.
which are not user-serviceable.
SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.
CALL FOR
Telco Fault
If the telephone line monitor feature has been
programmed for your system, this display
indicates that the telephone line has been
disconnected or cut. In some systems, this
display is accompanied by a trouble sound from
the keypad and an external sounder.
CONTACT YOUR SERVICE COMPANY
To silence the trouble sound, enter your
Indicates that a failure has occurred in the
telephone communication portion of your
Indicates that a low system battery condition
minute beeping* at the keypad.
CALL FOR
Indicates that a low-battery condition exists in
the wireless transmitter** displayed, and is
accompanied by a once-per-minute beeping at
the keypad.
CALL FOR SERVICE
Indicates that the control is on-line with the
central station's remote computer. The control
will not operate while on-line. Wait a few
(or
CHECK
zone
94
)
and
Trouble Conditions
(cont'd
)
COMM. FAILURE
(or FC)
SYSTEM LO BAT
(or
zone no.)
LO BAT +
descriptor (or
with zone no.)
BAT
with no
zone
BAT
IMMEDIATELY
security code plus OFF.
system.
ATELY.
exists, and is accompanied by a once-per-
SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.
You can stop the beeping that accompanies a low-
*
battery display by entering an OFF sequence
(security code + OFF).
IMMEDIATELY.
Not all systems use wireless transmitters.
**
CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDI-
.
MODEM COMM
(or CC)
minutes. The display should disappear.
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Trouble Conditions
The system is operating on battery power only.
If only some lights are out on the premises,
check circuit breakers and fuses and reset or
replace as necessary.
CALL FOR SERVICE
IMMEDIATELY
if AC power cannot be
If this remains displayed for more than 1
minute, system is disabled.
CALL FOR
The keypad is not receiving signals from the
If programmed, backup Long Range Radio
communication has failed.
CALL FOR
Bell/Siren supervision failure.
CALL FOR
If enabled and a Receiver Jam is detected, a
report will be sent to the monitoring station
and at the same time a
Rcvr Jam
message
will toggle with the present display on the
alpha keypad. When the jam condition is
cleared, a Restore message is sent to the
monitoring station. To clear the keypad
(cont’d)
POWER
(if present) is off.
AC LOSS
displayed.
Busy-Standby
(or dI)
OPEN CIRCUIT
(or OC)
Long Rng Trbl
(or bF)
Bell failure
(or
RF Jam
(or
indicator
is
CHECK 70
Check 90
)
)
restored to the system.
SERVICE AT ONCE.
control.
SERVICE AT ONCE.
SERVICE AT ONCE.
CALL FOR SERVICE AT ONCE.
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display, enter your 4-digit code and
1
OFF
key.
General Information
Your fire alarm system (if installed) is active 24 hours a day,
providing continuous protection. In the event of an emergency, the
installed smoke and heat detectors will automatically activate your
security system, triggering a loud, interrupted sound from the
keypad. Optional exterior sounders will also produce an interrupted
sound. Your keypad will display a
until you silence and clear the alarm display.
In Case of Fire
Fire Alarm System
(If Installed)
FIRE
message (with zone location)
1. Should you become aware of a fire emergency
sense the problem, go to your nearest keypad and press the single
panic key (or panic key pair) assigned as FIRE emergency (if
programmed by the installer) and hold it down for at least 2
seconds. The alarm will sound.
2. Evacuate all occupants from the premises.
3. If flames and/or smoke are present, leave the premises and notify
your local fire department immediately.
4. If no flames or smoke are apparent, investigate the cause of the
alarm. The keypad will display the zone descriptor of the zone(s) in
an alarm condition.
Silencing a Fire Alarm
1. Silence the alarm by pressing the
To clear the alarm display, enter your security code and press the
1
key again.
OFF
1
OFF
key.
before
your detectors
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Fire Alarm System
2. If the keypad indicates a trouble condition after the second OFF
sequence, check smoke detectors to see if they are responding to
smoke or heat-producing objects in their vicinity. Should this be
the case, eliminate the source of heat or smoke.
3. If this does not remedy the problem, there may still be smoke in
the detector. Clear it by fanning the detector for about 30 seconds.
4. When the problem has been corrected, clear the display by entering
your code and pressing the
(cont’d)
1
OFF
key.
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Recommendations for Proper Protection
THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE LOCATION OF FIRE
AND BURGLARY DETECTION DEVICES HELP PROVIDE PROPER
COVERAGE FOR THE PROTECTED PREMISES.
Recommendations for Smoke and Heat Detectors
With regard to the number and placement of smoke/heat detectors,
we subscribe to the recommendations contained in the National Fire
Protection Association's (NFPA) Standard #72, noted below.
Early-warning fire detection is best achieved by the installation
of fire detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the
household as follows: For minimum protection, a smoke detector
should be installed outside of each separate sleeping area, and
on each additional floor of a multi-floor family living unit,
including basements. The installation of smoke detectors in
kitchens, attics (finished or unfinished), or in garages is not
normally recommended.
For additional protection, the NFPA recommends that you install
heat or smoke detectors
kitchen, hallway(s), attic, furnace room, utility and storage rooms,
basements, and attached garages.
in the living room, dining room, bedroom(s),
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Recommendations for Proper Protection
DINING
KITCHEN
BEDROOM
BEDROOM
BEDROOM
BEDROOM
LIVING ROOM
✪
✪
✪
✪
✪
▲
▲
BEDROOM
BDRM
BDRM
DINING
LIVING ROOM
TV ROOM
KITCHEN
■
■
■
✪
✪
✪
✪✪
✪
▲
✪
✪
✪
BEDROOM
BEDROOM
TO
BR
■
■
■
■
■
LVNG RM
BASEMENT
KTCHN
▲
▲
.
CLOSED
DOOR
GARAGE
▲
Smoke Detectors for Minimum Protection
Smoke Detectors for Additional Protection
Heat-Activated Detectors
(cont’d)
In addition, we recommend the following:
• Install a smoke detector inside every bedroom where a smoker
sleeps.
•Install a smoke detector inside every bedroom where someone
sleeps with the door partly or completely closed. Smoke could be
blocked by the closed door. Also, an alarm in the hallway outside
may not wake up the sleeper if the door is closed.
•Install a smoke detector inside bedrooms where electrical
appliances (such as portable heaters, air conditioners, or
humidifiers) are used.
•Install a smoke detector at both ends of a hallway if the hallway is
more than 40 feet (12 meters) long.
• Install smoke detectors in any room where an alarm control is
located, or in any room where alarm control connections to an AC
source or phone lines are made. If detectors are not so located, a fire
within the room could prevent the control from reporting a fire or
an intrusion.
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Recommendations for Proper Protection
Recommendations for Proper Intrusion Protection
For proper intrusion coverage, sensors should be located at every
possible point of entry to a home or commercial premises. This
includes skylights and upper windows in a multi-level building.
In addition, we recommend that radio backup be used in a security
system so that alarm signals can still be sent to the alarm monitoring
station in the event that the telephone lines are out of order (alarm
signals are normally sent over the phone lines, if connected to an
alarm monitoring station).
(cont'd)
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•
FRONT
•
BACK
•
BATH
BEDROOM
KITCHEN
BACK DOOR
1 FLOOR
ST
BEDROOM
2 FLOOR
ND
BATH
BEDROOM
PORCH
CLOSET
BEDROOM
BEDROOM
Emergency Evacuation
Establish and regularly practice a plan of escape in the event of fire. The following
steps are recommended by the National Fire Protection Association:
1. Position your detector or your interior and/or exterior
sounders so that they can be heard by all occupants.
2. Determine two means of escape from each room. One
path of escape should lead to the door that permits
normal exit from the building. The other should be
an alternative route, such as a window, should your
primary escape path be impassable. Station an
escape ladder at such windows if there is a long drop
to the ground.
3. Sketch a floor plan of the building. Show windows,
doors, stairs, and rooftops that can be used to escape.
Indicate escape routes for each room. Keep these
routes free from obstruction and post copies of the
escape routes in every room.
4. Assure that all bedroom doors are shut while you are
asleep. This will prevent deadly smoke from entering
while you escape.
7. Escape quickly; don't panic.
8. Establish a common meeting place outdoors, away from your house, where
everyone can meet and then take steps to contact the authorities and account for
those missing. Choose someone to assure that nobody returns to the house —
many die going back.
5. To determine which escape path to use during a fire,
first feel the door. If it is hot, check your alternate
escape route. If the door is cool, open it cautiously. Be
prepared to slam the door if smoke or heat rushes in.
6. Where smoke is present, crawl on the floor; do not
walk upright. Smoke rises and may overcome you.
Clearer air is near the floor.
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Taking Care of Your System
y
The components of your security system are designed to be as
maintenance-free as possible. However, to make sure that your
system is in reliable working condition:
1. Test your system weekly.
Maintaining Your System
2. Test your system after any alarm occurs (see
section).
Replacing Batteries in Wireless Sensors
Wireless
sensors may
not have
been
installed in
our security
system.
Each wireless sensor in your system has a 9-volt or 3-volt battery. The
system detects a low battery in any wireless sensor, including smoke
detectors, the optional personal emergency transmitter, and the
optional portable wireless keypad. (The system detects a low battery
in a portable wireless keypad as soon as one of its keys is pressed, and
responds be displaying
Alkaline batteries provide a minimum of 1 year of operation, and in
most units and applications, provide 2–4 years of service. Three-volt
lithium batteries provide up to 4 or more years of operation. Actual
battery life depends on the environment in which the sensor is used,
the number of signals that the transmitter in the sensor has to send,
and the specific type of sensor. Factors such as humidity, high or low
temperatures, or large swings in temperature may all lead to the
reduction of actual battery life in an installation.
If you have a low battery in a wireless sensor, the keypad displays a
LOW BATTERY
detector with a low battery emits a single "chirp" sound
approximately once every 20–30 seconds, identifying itself as the
smoke detector with the weak battery.
message. In addition, a battery-operated smoke
on the wired keypad.)
00
Testing the System
The
NOTE:
battery replacement in the indicated sensor(s) is due within 30 days.
In the meantime, the sensor causing the low-battery indication is still
fully operational.
LOW BATTERY
message comes on as a warning that
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Maintaining Your System
(cont’d)
Routine Care
Important:
replacement.
Silencing Low Battery Warning Tones at the Keypad
You can silence the keypad’s warning tones by pressing the
but the keypad's
a reminder that you have a low-battery condition in one or more of
your sensors. When you replace the weak battery with a fresh one, the
sensor will send a "good battery" signal to the control as soon as the
sensor is activated (opening/closing of door, window, etc.), caus ing the
LOW BATTERY
display will automatically clear within approximately 1 hour.
Treat the components of your security system as you would any
•
other electrical equipment. Do not slam sensor-protected doors or
windows.
Keep dust from accumulating on the keypad and all protective
•
sensors, particularly on motion sensors and smoke detectors.
Use only batteries recommended by your installer as
1
key,
OFF
LOW BATTERY
display to turn off. If the sensor is not activated, the
message display will remain on as
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The keypad and sensors should be cleaned carefully with a dry soft
•
cloth.
Do not spray water or any other fluid on th e unit s .
Press [6]
Enter zone numbers to be bypassed
(use 2-digit entries)
Press [6] and stop
Press CHIME [9]
Press CHIME [9]
Press [5]
Press OFF [1]
Enter Master code
Press [8] key
Enter user's 2-digit user no.
Enter code for that user
Press [8] key
Enter user number to be deleted
Enter Master code
Press [8] key
Press [0] + [2] (master user no.)
Enter new 4-digit Master code
Enter new Master code again
Do this to view faulted zones when system is
not ready.
Do this to arm the system in the mode
selected.
Do this to disarm the system and silence
alarms.
Do this to bypass protection zones. Bypassed
zones are unprotected and will not cause an
alarm if violated.
Do this to bypass all faulted zones
automatically, if programmed.
Do this to turn on CHIME mode. Keypad
will sound if doors or windows are violated
while system is disarmed.
Do this to turn CHIME mode off.
Do this to enter TEST mode. Sounds alarm
sounder and allows sensors to be tested.
Do this to turn TEST mode off. System returns
to normal mode.
Do this to add or change a user code.
Do this to delete a user code from the system.
Do this to change the existing Master code.
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Summary of Audible Notification
(Alpha Display Keypads)
SOUNDCAUSEDISPLAY
LOUD, INTERRUPTED*
Keypad & External
LOUD, CONTINUOUS
Keypad & External
ONE SHORT BEEP
(not repeated)
Keypad only
ONE SHORT BEEP
(once every 40 seconds)
Keypad only
ONE BEEP
(once every 40 seconds)
Keypad only
TWO SHORT BEEPS
Keypad only
THREE SHORT
BEEPS
Keypad only
RAPID BEEPING
Keypad only
SLOW BEEPING
Keypad only
FIRE ALARM
BURGLARY/AUDIBLE
*
EMERGENCY ALARM
a. SYSTEM DISARM
b. SYSTEM ARMING ATTEMPT
WITH AN OPEN ZONE
c. BYPASS VERIFY
SYSTEM IS IN TEST MODEOpened zone identifications will appear.
LOW BATTERY AT A
TRANSMITTER
ARM AWAY OR MAXIMUM
a. ARM STAY, NIGHT-STAY, OR
INSTANT
b. ZONE OPENED WHILE
SYSTEM IS IN CHIME MODE
a. TROUBLE
b. MEMORY OF ALARM
c. BELL FAILURE
d. SYSTEM LOW BATTERY
e. LAST 10 SECONDS OF EXIT
DELAY
a. EX IT DELAY WARNING (if
programmed)
b. ENTRY DELAY WARNING
* If a bell is used as external sounder, fire alarm is
pulsed ring;
is displayed; descriptor of zone in alarm is
FIRE
displayed.
ALARM
also displayed.
a.
b. The number and des criptor of the open protection
c. Numbers and descriptors of the bypassed
LO BAT
ARMED AWAY or ARMED MAXIMUM
Red ARMED indicator lit.
a.
b.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
a.
b.
is displayed; desc ri pt or of zone in alarm is
SYSTEM READY
zone is displayed.
protection zones are displayed (one beep is
heard for each zone displayed). S ubsequently,
the following is displayed:
SYSTEM READY.
displayed with description of transmitter.
ARMED STAY
Red ARMED indicator lit.
CHIME
zone displayed if the [✱] key is pressed.
CHECK
protection zone is displ ayed.
or
FIRE
in alarm is displayed.
BELL FAILURE
SYSTEM LO BAT
ARMED AWAY
displayed along with
ARMED AWAY or ARMED MAXIMUM
displayed along with
DISARM SYSTEM OR ALARM WILL OCCUR
displayed.
Exceeding the delay tim e wi thout disarming
causes alarm
burglary/audible emergency is
is displayed.
ZONE BYPASSED
displayed.
or
ARMED INSTANT
displayed, descriptor of open protection
displayed; descriptor of troubled
ALARM
is displayed; descriptor of zone
or
CHECK 70
or
is displayed.
BAT
or
ARMED MAXIMUM
You may exit now.
You may exit now.
.
displayed.
is displayed.
is
is
steady ring
is
.
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The following terms are used throughout the manual.
Glossary
ARM/DISARM:
KEYPAD:
ZONE:
BYPASS:
DELAY ZONE:
"Armed" simply means that the burglary portion of your system
is turned ON and is in a state of readiness. "Disarmed" means
that the burglary system is turned OFF, and must be re-armed
to become operational. However, even in a "disarmed" state,
"emergency" and "fire" portions of your system are still
operational.
This is the area on your keypad containing numbered
pushbuttons similar to those on telephones or calculators. These
keys control the arming and disarming of the system, and
perform other functions described in this manual.
A specific area of protection.
To disarm a specific area of burglary protection while leaving
other areas operational.
An area of protection containing doors most frequently used to
enter or exit (typically, a front door, back door, or door from the
garage into the building). The delay zone allows sufficient time
for authorized entry or exit without causing an alarm. Consult
your installer for the entry and exit delay times that have been
set for your system during installation, and record them in the
space provided in “Entry/exit delays.”
DAY/NIGHT ZONE:
An area of protection whose violation causes a trouble indication
during the disarmed (DAY) mode and an alarm during the
armed (NIGHT) mode.
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UL NOTICE: This is a "GRADE A" system.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COM MISSION (FCC) Part 15 STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested to FCC requirements and has been found acceptable for use. The
FCC requires the following statement for your information:
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly,
that is, in strict accordance with the manufa cturer's instructions, may cause inte rference to radio
and television rece ption. It has been type tested a nd found to comply with the li mits for a Class B
computing device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed
to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause 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:
•
If using an indoor antenna, have a quality outdoor antenna installed.
•
Re-orient the receiving antenna until interference is reduced or eliminated.
•
Move the receiver away from the control/communicator.
•
Move the antenn a leads away from a ny wire runs to the con t rol/communicator.
•
Plug the control/comm unica tor into a differe nt outl et so th at it and the recei ver are o n diffe rent
branch circuits.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for
additional suggestions.
The user or installer may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications
Commission helpful: "Interference Handbook." This booklet is available from the U.S. Government
Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.
The user shall not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless authorized by the
Installation Instructions or User's Manual. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
IN THE EVENT OF TELEPHONE OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS
In the event of telephone operational problems, disconnect the control by removing the plug from the
RJ31X (CA38A in Canada) telephone wall jack. We recommend that your certified installer
demonstrate disconnecting the phones on installation of the system. Do not disconnect the phone
connection inside the co ntrol/communicator. Doing so will result in the loss of your phone lines. If the
regular phone wo rks correctly after the control/co mmunicator has been disconnected from the phone
lines, the control/communicator has a problem and should be returned for repair. If, upon
disconnection of the control/communicator, there is still a problem on the line, notify the telephone
company that they have a problem and request prompt repair service. The user may not under any
circumstances (in or out of warranty) attempt any service or repairs to the system. It must be returned
to the factory or an authorized service agency for all repairs.
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COM MISSION (FCC) Part 68 NOTICE
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the front cover of this
equipment is a label that contains, amon g other inf ormation, the FCC reg istration nu mber
and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information
must be provided to the telephone company.
This equipment uses the following jacks:
An RJ31X is used to connect this equipment to the telephone network.
The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the
telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing
in response to an incom ing c all. In mo st, bu t no t all areas, the sum o f th e RENs shou ld not
exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line,
as determined by the total RENs, contact the telephone company to determine the
maximum REN for the calling area.
If this equipment causes harm to th e tele ph o ne ne tw or k, the te lep ho ne co mpan y w ill n otif y
you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. If advance notice
is not practical, the telephone company w ill notify the customer as soon as possible. Also,
you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or
procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone
company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modificatio ns
in order to maintain uninterrupted service.
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact the manufacturer for repair
and warranty information. If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the
telephone company may request you remove the equipment from the network until the
problem is resolved.
There are no user serviceable components in this product, and all necessary repairs must
be made by the manufacturer. Other repair methods may invalidate the FCC registration
on this product.
This equipment cannot be used on telephone company-provided coin service. Connection to
Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs.
This equipment is hearing-aid compatible.
When programming or making test calls to an emergency number, briefly explain to the
dispatcher the reason for the call. Perform such activities in the off-peak hours; such as
early morning or late evening.
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WARNING!
THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM
While this system is an advanced design security system, it does not offer guaranteed protection
against burglary or fire or other eme rgency. Any alarm system, whether commercial or residential, is
subject to compromise or failure to warn for a variety of rea sons. For example:
• Intruders may gain access through unprotected openings or ha ve the technical sophisticati on to
bypass an alarm sensor or disconnect an alarm warning device.
• Intrusion detectors (e.g., passive infrared detectors), smoke detectors, and many other sensing
devices will not work without power. Battery-operated devices will not work without batteries,
with dead batteries, or i f the batteries are no t put in properly. Devices powered solely by AC will
not work if their AC power supply is cut off for any re ason, however briefly.
• Signals sent by wireless transmitters may be blocked or reflected by metal before they reach the
alarm receiver. Even if the signal path has been recently checked during a weekly test, blockage
can occur if a metal object is moved into the path.
• A user may not be able to reach a panic or emergency button quickly enough.
• While smoke detectors have played a key role in reducing residential fire deaths in the United
States, they may not activate or provide early warning for a variety of reasons in as many as 35%
of all fires, acco rding to data publishe d by the Federal Eme rgency Management Agency. Some o f
the reasons smoke detectors used in conjunction with this System may not work are as follows.
Smoke detectors may have been improperly installed and positioned. Smoke detectors may not
sense fires that start where smoke cannot reach the detectors, such as in chimneys, in walls, or
roofs, or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors also may not sense a fire on another
level of a residence or building. A second-floor detector, for example, may not sense a first-floor or
basement fire. Moreover, smoke detectors have sensing limitations. No smoke detector can sense
every kind of fire every time. In general, detectors may not always warn about fires caused by
carelessness and safety hazards like smoking in bed, violent explosions, escaping gas, improper
storage of flammable materials, overloaded electrical circuits, children playing with matches, or
arson. Depending upon the nature of the fire and/or the locations of the smoke detectors, the
detector, even if it operates as anticipated, may not provide sufficient warning to allow all
occupants to escape in time to prevent injury or death.
• Passive Infrared Motion Detectors can detect intrusion only within the designed ranges as
diagrammed in their installation manual. Passive Infrared Detectors do not provide volumetric
area protection. They do create multiple beams of protection, and intrusion can only be detected in
unobstructed areas covered by those beams. They cannot detect motion or intrusion that takes
place behind walls, ceilings, floors, closed doors, glass partitions, glass doors, or windows.
Mechanical tampering, masking, painting or spraying of any material on the mirrors, windows or
any part of the optical system can reduce their detection ability. Passive Infrared Detectors sense
changes in temperature; however, as the ambient temperature of protected area approaches the
temperature range of 90° to 105°F, the detection performance can decrease.
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WARNING!
________________________________
____________________
________________________________
_____________________________
________________________________
_______________________
THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM (cont'd)
• Alarm warning devices such as sirens, bells or horns may not alert people or wake up sleepers if
they are located on the other side of closed or partly open doors. If warning devices sound on a
different level of the residence from the bedrooms, then they are less likely to waken or alert
people inside the bedrooms. Even persons who are awake may not hear the warning if the alarm is
muffled by a stereo, radio, air conditioner or other appliance, or by passing traffic. Finally, alarm
warning devices, however loud, may not warn hearing-impaired people or waken deep sleepers.
• Telephone lines needed to transmit alarm signals from a premises to a central monitoring station
may be out of service or temporarily out of service. Telephone lines are also subject to compromise
by sophisticated intruders.
• Even if the system responds to the emergency as intended, however, occupants may have
insufficient time to protect themselves from the emergency situation. In the case of a monitored
alarm system, authorities may not respond appropriately.
• This equipment, like other electrical devices, is subject to component failure. Even though this
equipment is designed to last as long as 10 years, the electronic components could fail at any time.
The most common cause of an alarm system not functioning when an intrusion or fire occurs is
inadequate maintenance. This alarm system should be tested weekly to make sure all sensors and
transmitters are working properly.
Installing an alarm system may make one eligible for lower insurance rates, but an alarm system is
not a substitute for insurance. Homeowners, property owners and renters should continue to act
prudently in protecting themselves and continue to insure their lives and property.
We continue to develop new and improved protection devices. Users of alarm systems owe it to
themselves and their loved ones to learn about these developments.
SERVICING INFORMATION
Your local ADEMCO Alarm dealer is the person best qualified to
service your alarm syste m. Arranging some kind of regul ar service
program with him is advisable.
Your local ADEMCO Alarm dealer is:
Name:
Address:
Phone:
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CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS (DOC)
STATEMENT
The Canadian Department of Communications label
NOTICE
identifies certifi ed equipment. Thi s c ertifi cation means that
the equipment meets certain tel ecommunications network
protective, operational and safety requirements. The
Department does not guarantee the equipment will
operate to the user's sati sfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ens ure that
it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the
local telecommunicat ions company. The equipment must
also be installed using an acceptable method of
connection. In some cases, the company's inside wiring
associated with a single-line individual service may be
extended by means of certified connector assembly
(telephone extension cord). The customer should be
aware that compliance with t he above conditions may not
prevent degradation of servic e i n some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an
authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by
the supplier. Any repairs or al terations made by the user
to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give
the telecommunications company cause to request the
user to disconnect the equi pm ent.
Users 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:
connections themselves, but should contact the
appropriate electric inspecti on authority, or electrician, as
appropriate.
The Load Number (LN) assigned to each term inal device
denotes the percentage of the tot al load to be connected
to a telephone loop which is used by the device, to
prevent overloading. The termination on a loop may
consist of any com bination of devices subject onl y to the
requirement that the total of the Load Numbers of all the
devices does not exceed 100.
Users should not attempt to make such
L'étiquette du ministère des Com munications du Canada
identifie le matériel homologué. Cette étiquet te cert ifie que
le matériel est conforme à cert aines norm es de protec ti on,
d'exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de
télécommunications. Le ministère 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 ins tallations de l' entreprise
locale de télécommunications. Le matériel doit également
être installé en suivant une méthode acceptée de
raccordement. Dans certains cas, les fils intérieurs de
l'entreprise utilisés pour un service individuel à la ligne
unique peuvent être prolongés au moyen d'un dispositif
homologué de raccordement (cordon prolongateur
téléphonique interne). L'abonné ne doit pas oublier qu'il
est possible que la conformité aux condi tions énoncées c idessus n'empèchet pas la dégradation du service dans
certaines situations. Actuellement, les entreprises de
télécommunications ne permettent pas que l'on raccorde
leur matériel aux prises d'abonnés, sauf dans les cas
precis prévus par les tari fs particuliers de ces entreprises.
Les réparations du matériel homologué doivent être
effectuées pas 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 en terre de la source d'énergie
électrique, des lignes téléphoniques de réseau de
conduites d'eau s'il y en a, soient raccordés ensemble.
Cette précaution est particul ièrement importante dans les
régions rurales.
Avertissement:
ces raccordements lui-même il doit avoir recours à un
service d'inspection des installations électriques, ou à un
électricien, selon le cas.
L'indice de charge (IC) assigné à chaque dispositif
terminal pour éviter toute surcharge indique le
pourcentage de la charge totale qui peut êt re raccordé à
un circuit téléphonique bouclé utilisé par ce dispos itif. La
terminaison du circuit bouclé peut être constituée de
n'importe quelle combinaison de di spositif s, pourv u que la
somme des indices de charge de l'ensemble des
dispositifs ne dépasse pas 100.
L'utilisateur ne doit pas tenter de faire
AVIS
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OWNER’S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST
______________________________
This form should be completed and forwarded to your homeowner’s insurance carrier for possible
premium credit.
A. GENERAL INFORMATION:
Insured’s Name and Address:
Insurance Company:
VISTA-15
Type of Alarm:
Burglary
Other
Installed by:
NameName
AddressAddress
B. NOTIFIES (Insert B = Burglary, F = Fir e)
Local Sounding Device
Central Station
Name:
Police Dept.
Address:
Phone:
C. POWERED BY:
D. TESTING:
A.C. With Rechargeable Power Suppl y
Quarterly
Monthly
continued on other side
Fire
Serviced by:
Weekly
Policy No.:
Fire Dept.
Other
Both
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OWNER’S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST
(cont.)
E. SMOKE DETECTOR LOCATIONS
Furnace Room
Kitchen
Bedrooms
Attic
Basement
Living Room
Dining Room
F. BURGLARY DETECTING DEVICE LOCATIONS:
Front Door
1st Floor Windows
All Accessible Openings, Including Skylights, Air Conditioners and Vents
Basement Door
All windows
Rear Door
nterior locations
I
G. ADDITIONAL PERTINENT INFORMATION:
Signature:
Date:
Hall
All Exterior Doors
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Index
AC Loss.....................................................36
Add a User.................................................30
Alarm Device Manufacturing Company, a Division of Pittway Corporation, and its divisions,
subsidiaries and affiliates ("Seller"), 165 Eileen Way, Syosset, New York 11791, warrants its security
equipment (the "product") to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from date
of original purchase, under normal use and service. Seller's obligation is limited to repairing or
replacing, at its option, free of charge for parts, labor, or transportation, any product proven to be
defective in materials or workmanship under normal use and service. Seller shall have no obligation
under this warranty or otherwise if the product is altered or improperly repaired or serviced by anyone
other than the Seller. In case of defect, contact the security professional who installed and maintains
your security equipment or the Seller for product repair.
This one year Limited Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties, obligations or liabilities.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES, W HICH EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE H EREOF. ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES MADE BY SELLER IN CONNECTION WITH THIS
PRODUCT, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO A P ERIOD OF ONE YEAR F ROM
THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANT Y, INCLUDING BU T
NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, MU ST BE BROUGHT WITHIN 12
MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PU RCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE TO ANYONE
FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OR UPON ANY OTH ER BASIS OF LIABILIT Y WHATSOEVER, EVEN IF
THE LOSS OR DAMAGE IS CAUSED BY THE SELLER'S OWN NEGLIGENCE OR FAULT .
allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Seller does not represent that the product may not be compromised or circumvented; that the product
will prevent any pe rsonal injury or property loss by burglary, robbery, fire or otherwise; or that the
product will in all cases provide adequate warning or protection. Buyer understands that a properly
installed and ma intained alarm may onl y reduce the risk of a burglary, ro bbery, fire or other events
occurring without providing an alarm, but it is not insurance or a guarantee that such will not occur or
that there will be no personal injury or property loss as a result. CONSEQUENTLY, SELLER SHALL
HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR OTHER LOSS
BASED ON A CLAIM THE PRODUCT FAILED TO GIVE WARNING. HOWEVER, IF SELLER IS
HELD LIABLE, WHETHER DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE ARISING
UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR OTHERWISE, REGARDLESS OF CAUSE OR ORIGIN,
SELLER'S MAXIMUM LIABILITY SHALL NOT IN ANY CASE EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE
OF THE PRODUCT, WHICH SHALL BE THE COMPLETE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AGAINST
SELLER. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, an d you may al so have other rights which vary
from state to state. No increase or alteration, written or verbal, to this warranty is authorized.