Visonic MCT-550 User Manual

MCT

MCT-550

MCTMCT

-550

-550-550

Supervised Wireless PowerCode Flood Detector

1111. INTRODUCTION

. INTRODUCTION

. INTRODUCTION. INTRODUCTION

The MCT-550 is a fully supervised indoor, PowerCode flood detector,
used to detect the presence of water at any desired location.

Figure 1. Using the MCT-550

The MCT-550 is designed so that the transmitter is mounted on the
wall and the flood sensor is placed in a location where water
presence, such as a result of leakage or flooding, is probable.

2222. SPECIFICATIONS

. SPECIFICATIONS

. SPECIFICATIONS. SPECIFICATIONS

Compatibility: Compatible with PowerMax and PowerMax+ alarm
systems, MCR-308 receiver or any other PowerCode alarm system.

Frequency (MHz): 315, 433.92, 868.95, 869.2625 or other
frequencies according to local requirements.

Transmitter's ID Code: 24-bit digital word, over 16 million
combinations, pulse width modulation.

Overall Message Length: 36 bits
Message Repetition: One-shot transmission (default) or once every

3 minutes (selectable).
Supervision: Signaling at 60-minute intervals (U.S. version) or 15

minute interval (UK version), or according to the local standards.
Response to Tamper Event: Tamper report every 3 minutes (until

the tamper switch is restored).

Power Source: 3V Lithium battery, Panasonic type CR-2 or equivalent.
Nominal Battery Capacity: 750 mAh
Current Drain: 6µA STBY, 17mA average in operation (including LED).
Battery Life with LED on: 3 years (for typical use)

Upon
detector’s
Alarm

An on-board tamper switch is opened when the cover is removed.
In a tamper situation, a tamper message is transmitted.

A periodic supervision message is transmitted automatically (see
specifications) to inform the alarm system at regular intervals, of the
unit’s active participation in the system.
An LED lights whenever alarm or tamper
events are reported. The LED does not
light while a supervision message is being
transmitted.
Operating power is obtained from an
on-board 3 V Lithium battery. A weak
battery will cause a “low battery” report to
be added to any message transmitted.

Battery Supervision: Automatic reporting of battery condition data as
part of any transmission.

Length of Flood Sensor Cable: 3 meters (10 ft)
Weight of Flood Sensor Cable: Approx. 60 gr.
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 49°C (32°F to 120°F).
Dimensions: 81 x 22 x 23.5 mm (3-3/16 x 7/8 x 15/16 in.).
Weight (including battery): 45 g (1.6 oz)
Standards: Meets FCC Part 15, MPT1349 and Directive 1999/5/EC

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of
Industry and Science Canada. 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.

This device complies with the essential requirements and provisions of
Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of
9 March 1999 on radio and telecommunications terminal equipment.

Installation Instructions

flood detection, a digital message is transmitted, composed of the

PowerCode ID followed by various status and other messages.

and other data are thus forwarded to the

alarm system

Figure 2. MCT-550

.

3333. INSTALLATION

. INSTALLATION

. INSTALLATION. INSTALLATION

A. Attach the flood sensor near the

floor.

B. Secure the flood sensor and its

cable to the wall using at least
one of three clamps in which one
clamp is placed slightly above the
flood sensor and the remaining
two clamps can be used as
required (Figures 1 and 3).

Note: To provide better
protection against rats, it is
recommended that the flood
sensor cable be placed inside
a metal/plastic pipe.

C. Attach

D. Remove the case closure screw (Figure 4), then remove the unit's

the transmitter to the
wall. The transmitter should be
placed as high up as possible on
the wall to improve
communication and to prevent
the transmitter itself from coming
into contact with water in the
event of flooding.

cover (Figure 5).

Figure 3.

Correct Mounting of

the Flood Detector

E. Flex out the circuit board retainer (Figure 6) and detach the circuit

board from the base.

F. Hold the base against the mounting surface and mark the 2

drilling points through the mounting holes.

Figure 4. Removing the

Case Closure Screw

G. Drill the holes and fix the base to the wall using the 2 screws with

countersunk heads supplied in the package.

CAUTION! Screws with other type or size of head may short
circuit the bottom side of the printed circuit board.

H. Insert the edge of the P.C. board with the RF module into the

edge supports, and press the other edge against the flexible
retainer until it snaps home with a click.

Figure 5. Separating the Cover

from the Base

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Figure 6. Base with P.C. Board Removed

I. Clamp the two wires of the flood sensor cable into the

auxiliary input terminals, as shown in Figure 7 (the wires can
be inserted in any order).

4444. PREPARATION FOR USE

. PREPARATION FOR USE

. PREPARATION FOR USE. PREPARATION FOR USE

Figure 7. P.C. Board

4.1 The Function Switches

A. Switch Tasks

The MCT-550 has a 4-position DIP switch function selector (Figure 8).
Switches SW3 and SW4 allow you to select one of two options.

B. Setting the Switches

Set the function switches as desired prior to
applying power. Use a ball point pen or
other pointed object to shift the switch
levers. The ON position is indicated by

the arrow on the switch body.

Table 1. Getting acquainted with the function selector

Sw- Function Pos. Selected Option Default

SW1

SW2

SW3

SW4

*

Transmissions initiated by “tamper” events will be repeated once

every 3 minutes, regardless of

5555. MISCELLANEOUS COMMENTS

. MISCELLANEOUS COMMENTS

. MISCELLANEOUS COMMENTS. MISCELLANEOUS COMMENTS

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Restore reports
enable/disableONOFF

Transmit mode
selector

ON
OFF

SW1 should remain always
in OFF position

SW2 should remain always
in ON position

Restore events reported
Restore events not reported

Alarms reported every 3 min.
Alarms reported only once

SW4

setting.

Visonic Ltd. wireless systems are very reliable and are tested to high
standards. However, due to low transmitting power and limited range
(required by FCC and other regulatory authorities), there are some
limitations to be considered:

A. Receivers may be blocked by radio signals occurring on or near

their operating frequencies, regardless of the digital code used.

B. A receiver responds only to one transmitted signal at a time.

Figure 8. Function

Selector

OFF

ON

OFF

OFF*

4.2 Testing the Unit

Before testing, set DIP switches SW3 and SW4 as required for the
particular application (Para. 4.1).

Insert the battery between the battery clips, at the correct polarity.

A .

For proper operation, only Lithium battery (Panasonic type
CR-2 or equivalent) should be used.

Press the tamper switch once and release it.

B .

Note:

Since the cover is removed and power is applied, a tamper
situation exists. Verify that the MCT-550 transmits (the LED lights
briefly) once every 3 minutes, regardless of SW4 setting.

When you are satisfied that tamper alerts are transmitted

C .

properly, put the cover on to return the tamper switch to its normal
(undisturbed) position. Wait slightly over 3 minutes to verify that
tamper transmissions cease. If all went well, secure the front
cover to the base with the case closure screw.

Bring the flood sensor into contact with water and verify that the

D .

transmitter LED lights, indicating that transmission is in progress.
It is recommended to perform this test every month. If SW4 is ON,
wait 3 minutes to verify that the transmission is repeated at
3-minute intervals.

Dry the flood sensor, thus restoring it to the undisturbed state and

E .

watch the LED. If SW3 is set to ON, a “restore” transmission will
now take place.

Refer to the target receiver’s installation instructions, and let the

F .

receiver “learn” the ID code associated with the detector.

C. Wireless devices should be tested regularly to determine whether

there are sources of interference and to protect against faults.

The user is cautioned that changes or modifications to the unit,
not expressly approved by Visonic Ltd., could void the user’s
FCC or other authority to operate the equipment.

WARRANTY

WARRANTY

WARRANTYWARRANTY

Visonic Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries and its affiliates ("the Manufacturer") warrants its
products hereinafter referred to as "the Product" or "Products" to be in conformance with
its own plans and specifications and to be free of defects in materials and workmanship
under normal use and service for a period of twelve months from the date of shipment by
the Manufacturer. The Manufacturer's obligations shall be limited within the warranty
period, at its option, to repair or replace the product or any part thereof. The Manufacturer
shall not be responsible for dismantling and/or reinstallation charges. To exercise the
warranty the product must be returned to the Manufacturer freight prepaid and insured.

This warranty does not apply in the following cases: improper installation, misuse,
failure to follow installation and operating instructions, alteration, abuse, accident or
tampering, and repair by anyone other than the Manufacturer.

This warranty is exclusive and expressly in lieu of all other warranties, obligations or
liabilities, whether written, oral, express or implied, including any warranty of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, or otherwise. In no case shall the
Manufacturer be liable to anyone for any consequential or incidental damages for breach
of this warranty or any other warranties whatsoever, as aforesaid.

This warranty shall not be modified, varied or extended, and the Manufacturer does not
authorize any person to act on its behalf in the modification, variation or extension of this
warranty. This warranty shall apply to the Product only. All products, accessories or
attachments of others used in conjunction with the Product, including batteries, shall be
covered solely by their own warranty, if any. The Manufacturer shall not be liable for any
damage or loss whatsoever, whether directly, indirectly, incidentally, consequentially or
otherwise, caused by the malfunction of the Product due to products, accessories, or
attachments of others, including batteries, used in conjunction with the Products.

VISONIC LTD. (ISRAEL):
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INTERNET:

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The Manufacturer does not represent that its Product may not be compromised and/or
circumvented, or that the Product will prevent any death, personal and/or bodily injury
and/or damage to property resulting from burglary, robbery, fire or otherwise, or that the
Product will in all cases provide adequate warning or protection. User understands that a
properly installed and maintained alarm may only reduce the risk of events such as
burglary, robbery, and fire without warning, but it is not insurance or a guarantee that
such will not occur or that there will be no death, personal damage and/or damage to
property as a result.

The Manufacturer shall have no liability for any death, personal and/or bodily injury
and/or damage to property or other loss whether direct, indirect, incidental,
consequential or otherwise, based on a claim that the Product failed to function.

However, if the Manufacturer is held liable, whether directly or indirectly, for any loss or
damage arising under this limited warranty or otherwise, regardless of cause or origin, the
Manufacturer's maximum liability shall not in any case exceed the purchase price of the
Product, which shall be fixed as liquidated damages and not as a penalty, and shall be
the complete and exclusive remedy against the Manufacturer.

Warning: The user should follow the installation and operation instructions and among
other things test the Product and the whole system at least once a week. For various
reasons, including, but not limited to, changes in environmental conditions, electric or
electronic disruptions and tampering, the Product may not perform as expected. The user
is advised to take all necessary precautions for his/her safety and the protection of his/her
property.

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