Swann Home Doorway Alert Kit Instruction Manual

Home Doorway
Alert Kit

DIY WIRELESS ALERT

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Instruction Manual

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About this Manual

Important Safety Instructions

FCC Statement

The content in this manual is for information purposes only and is
subject to change without notice. While every effort is made to ensure
that this manual is accurate and complete at the time of printing,
no liability is assumed for any errors and omissions that may have
occurred. As we’re constantly making improvements to our products,
firmware, software and user manuals, we reserve the right to change
the information without prior notice. For the latest version of this user
manual, please visit: www.swann.com

When fitting the screws into the wall, make sure you are not inserting
them anywhere near electrical wires, including wires that may be
behind the wall. If you are unsure at all, please get a professional to
check first and install the screws for you.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio 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:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver

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

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

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.

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Battery Safety Information

Limited Warranty Terms & Conditions

Replace batteries at the same time. Do not mix new and old batteries
or battery types (for example, alkaline and lithium batteries). Keep
batteries out of reach of children. Dispose of used batteries promptly in
accordance with local regulations.

Swann Communications warrants this product against defects in
workmanship and material for a period of one (1) year from it’s
original purchase date. You must present your receipt as proof of date
of purchase for warranty validation. Any unit which proves defective
during the stated period will be repaired without charge for parts or
labour or replaced at the sole discretion of Swann. The end user is
responsible for all freight charges incurred to send the product to
Swann’s repair centres. The end user is responsible for all shipping
costs incurred when shipping from and to any country other than the
country of origin.

The warranty does not cover any incidental, accidental or consequential
damages arising from the use of or the inability to use this product.
Any costs associated with the fitting or removal of this product by a
tradesman or other person or any other costs associated with its use
are the responsibility of the end user. This warranty applies to the
original purchaser of the product only and is not transferable to any
third party. Unauthorized end user or third party modifications to any
component or evidence of misuse or abuse of the device will render all
warranties void.

By law some countries do not allow limitations on certain exclusions
in this warranty. Where applicable by local laws, regulations and legal
rights will take precedence.

For Australia: Our goods come with guarantees which cannot be
excluded under Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a
replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation
for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also
entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be
of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to major failure.

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AT A GLANCE

Thank you for choosing the Home Doorway Alert kit from
Swann. It’s the ideal system for front & back door security
without the hassle of wiring.

How does it work?

Basically, there are two parts to the Wireless Entry Alert Plus
system.

1. The Indoor Alarm Receiver works as an alarm buzzer. It
monitors for signals coming from the Alert Sensors, and
sounds an alert in response to that signal. It also features
a series of LED indicators on the front of the unit so you
can visually tell where an alert is coming from. The Indoor
Alarm Receiver can be either mounted to a fixed location
or completely free standing.

2. The Alert Sensors enables you to monitor for movement
in two zones or areas of your property. Each Alert Sensor
contains a miniature radio transmitter, which sends a
signal to the Indoor Alarm Receiver whenever movement
is detected. The Alert Sensors can be deployed outdoors
(it's weatherproof!), for example, near the entry to your
driveway and garage, or place them indoors at entry/exit
points in your home or business.

Need more coverage and protection for your property?

Simply purchase extra Alert Sensors and add them to your
system. The Indoor Alarm Receiver has 3 separate sensor
channels, each with its own distinct alarm sound, capable of
providing continuous monitoring of multiple sensor devices.

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AT A GLANCE

Channel 1 LED

Doorbell
Select button*

Channel 1,2,3
buttons

Mounting slots

Doorbell LED*

Channel 3 LED

Battery

compartment

Reset button

Speaker

Volume button

Channel 2 LED

By default, your Alert Sensors are assigned to channel 1 and 2 respectively.

Each channel is capable of supporting up to 15 sensor devices.

Features denoted with * require separate purchase of an add-on Doorbell.

Getting to know your
Indoor Alarm Receiver

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Getting to know your Alert Sensor

AT A GLANCE

Status LED

Groove

Passive Infrared

Motion Detector

Battery

compartment

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SETTING UP

Installing batteries

The Indoor Alarm Receiver requires 3 x AA batteries (not
included) to operate. To install batteries:

1. Push the release tab and lift off battery compartment
cover.

2. Insert 3 new "AA" alkaline batteries, matching the polarity
markings (+ and -) inside the battery compartment.

3. Put the battery compartment cover back on by pressing
down until the release tab clicks into place.

Placement

There is no requirement to mount the Indoor Alarm Receiver.
As it is also completely freestanding, you may find it more
convenient to place it on a shelf or table. One of the benefits of
a battery operated wireless receiver is that if you have a large
house, you can take the receiver with you. No more missing
visitors because you were all the way at the back of the house
or by the pool!

If you would like to mount the receiver, we've included all the
gear (template, screws and wall plugs) you'll need to hang
it on the wall. See the supplied template for instructions on
mounting the Indoor Alarm Receiver.

Indoor Alarm Receiver

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Alert Sensor

SETTING UP

Placement guide

The range of the wireless transmission for the Wireless Entry
Alert Plus system is dependent on local environment (i.e.,
obstructions, weather, signal interferences, etc) and can be up
to approximately 60 meters (around 196 feet) – take this into
consideration when selecting positions for the Alert Sensors
and make sure you test if the location is in range of the Indoor
Alarm Receiver before fitting in place.

The Alert Sensor, under typical conditions, is designed to detect
people and vehicles moving within an area of approximately 6
meters (around 20 feet) at a 100° angle from the sensor.

6ft/2m

13ft/4m

20ft/6m

100°

Installing batteries

Each Alert Sensor requires 3 x AAA batteries (not included) to
operate. To install batteries:

1. Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws from
the battery compartment cover, and then lift up the cover.

2. Insert 3 new "AAA" alkaline batteries, matching the polarity
markings (+ and -) inside the battery compartment.

3. Screw the battery compartment cover back into place.

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SETTING UP

Mounting your Alert Sensor

1. Attach the mounting bracket for the Alert Sensor to a wall
using the supplied screws. You may need to use wall plugs
depending on the surface.

2. Fit the tab on the mounting bracket into the groove on the
back of the Alert Sensor. Slide the Alert Sensor down until
it locks into place.

3. Adjust the angle of the Alert Sensor accordingly.

Tips

Ideally, the Alert Sensor should only see the entry/exit

point (e.g., your front entrance), and the only moving
objects in front of the sensor should be the cars or people
you want to detect (i.e., no obstructions in the field of view).

Avoid placing the Alert Sensor in an area where it will face

direct or reflected sunlight, or where the environmental
temperature may change suddenly (for example, near
heat or cold producing devices such as heaters, air
conditioners, or lamps).

Any moving heat source can trigger the Alert Sensor. For

example, a moving shadow on a sunny day may trigger the
Alert Sensor, or the sun coming out from behind clouds.
False triggers should be rare, but will occasionally occur.

Wandering small animals (such as a cat or similar) can,

under some circumstances, trigger the Alert Sensor.
Therefore, we suggest that the Alert Sensor is not suited to
areas where pets are routinely kept.

For best coverage and to maximize detection, place the sensor
approximately 2m/6ft off the ground, pointing on a slightly
downwards angle.

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OPERATING BASICS

Adjusting the alarm volume

You can change the loudness of the Indoor Alarm Receiver
using the Volume button on the back of the receiver.

Three volume levels are available: High, Medium and Low.

Silent mode

Like some peace and quiet for a period of time? You can put the
alarm triggered by your Alert Sensor on “silent”. Simply press
the Channel button that corresponds with the Alert Sensor that
you want the alarm muted. The Indoor Alarm Receiver beeps
twice, confirming the alarm has been turned off.

If the Alert Sensor detects movement while the alarm

is muted , you will still be visually alerted by the
corresponding Channel LED indicator blinking on the
Indoor Alarm Receiver.

To unmute the alarm, press the corresponding Channel

button again. You will hear a single confirmation beep from
the Indoor Alarm Receiver.

Low battery warning

Your devices will notify you when batteries are running low on
power.

• Install new batteries immediately for the Indoor Alarm
Receiver when all 4 LED indicators start blinking at the
same time.

• Install new batteries immediately for the Alert Sensor
when the status LED starts blinking continuously.

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Pairing your Alert Sensor

The Alert Sensors and Indoor Alarm Receiver in your kit have
already been paired so all you have to do is put batteries in and
your devices are ready to use. If for some reason pairing is lost,
here's how to pair them again:

1. Place the Alert Sensor faced down to avoid triggering it.

2. Press and hold the Reset button on the back of the Indoor
Alarm Receiver until all the LED indicators light up. This
resets the receiver. Any other sensors that you have will
need to be assigned to a channel again.

3. Decide which channel (1, 2 or 3) you want to assign your
Alert Sensor to, and then press and hold the desired
Channel button on the back of the Indoor Alarm Receiver
until the LED indicator for that channel lights up.

4. Within 10 seconds, trigger the Alert Sensor by lifting it up.
The Indoor Alarm Receiver sounds the channel alarm and
flashes the channel LED to confirm successful pairing.

Troubleshooting

Problem: I keep getting false alarms!
Solution:

• The Alert Sensor uses passive infrared to detect changes
in temperature so check that there are no shifting heat
sources in view of the sensor. This includes the obvious
things, such as moving pets or people, but also things such
as a moving shadow on a hot day (such as the shadow of
a tree blowing in the wind). Sometimes reflected infrared
heat from the sun is enough to trigger the sensor.

• If you’re using the system in an environment with a high
level of radio ‘noise’ (that is, somewhere with multiple
wireless devices in use) then these interfering signals
might be interpreted as the system as alarm signals. This
should, however, be a very rare occurrence.

OPERATING BASICS

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