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FA120C Security System
N5100-3V3 9/96

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  • Page 1 Previous Menu USER'S MANUAL FA120C Security System N5100-3V3 9/96...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SYSTEM OVERVIEW ..........................4 Keypads ..............................4 Zones ............................... 4 Alarms ..............................5 Fire Protection............................5 Burglary Protection ............................. 5 Memory of Alarm ............................5 Pager Notification ............................5 ABOUT THE KEYPADS ..........................6 Keypad Types ............................6 Keypad Styles ............................
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS continued) DISARMING THE SYSTEM AND SILENCING ALARMS (Using the 1 OFF Key)..........20 USING THE KEYSWITCH........................... 21 CHIME MODE (Using the 9 CHIME Key) ......................22 PANIC KEYS.............................. 22 TESTING THE SYSTEM (Using the 5 TEST Key) ..................24 TROUBLE CONDITIONS ..........................

  • Page 4: System Overview

    SYSTEM OVERVIEW General Congratulations on your ownership of a First Alert Professional Security System. You've made a wise decision in choosing it, for it represents the latest in security protection technology today, including microcomputer technology to monitor all system status.

  • Page 5: Alarms

    SYSTEM OVERVIEW (continued) Alarms When an alarm occurs, both the keypad and external sounders will sound, and a message at the keypad will identify the zone(s) causing the alarm. In addition, if your system is connected to a central monitoring station, an alarm message will be sent.

  • Page 6: About The Keypads

    CHIME BAT BYPASS INSTANT CHECK ALARM POWER FIRE CHECK INSTANT FIRE NOT READY CHECK BYPASS AWAY STAY FIRE NOT READY ® First Alert MAXIMUM TEST BYPASS AWAY STAY PROFESSIONAL ARMED PROFESSIONAL ARMED POWER INSTANT CODE CHIME MAXIMUM TEST BTPASS READY...

  • Page 7: Summary Of System Status Displays

    SUMMARY OF SYSTEM STATUS DISPLAYS AWAY All burglary zones, interior & perimeter, are armed. AWAY NO AC S T A Y Perimeter burglary zones, such as windows CHIME STAY INSTANT and doors are armed. ALARM BYPASS INSTANT Perimeter burglary zones armed and entry CHECK FIRE NOT READY...

  • Page 8: Summary Of Keypad Functions

    SUMMARY OF KEYPAD FUNCTIONS DISPLAY WINDOW: Displays protection zone ID CODE KEY : Used to assign additional user and system status messages. codes for other users of the system. OFF KEY : Disarms burglary portion of the sys- CHIME KEY : Turns CHIME mode on and off. tem, silences alarms and audible trouble When on, the opening of windows or doors while indicators, and clears visual display after...
  • Page 9 Ê 3 Ê CODE INSTANT CHIME Some or all of these keys/pairs may be programmed for panic functions by your installer (see PANIC KEYS First Alert READY section). Professional IMPORTANT!: When entering codes and commands, sequential key depressions must be made within 2 seconds of one another.

  • Page 10: Security Codes

    SECURITY CODES General At the time of installation, your installer programmed a personal four-digit Master code, known only to you and yours. This code is used to perform most system functions, including arming and disarming of the system. As an additional safety feature, temporary user codes can be assigned (see next page) for use by those not having a need to know the Master code.

  • Page 11: Code Key)

    SECURITY CODES To Assign, Change, 1. Enter your Master code and press the CODE key. or Delete 2. Enter single-digit User Number (2Ð7) for which a code is to be User Codes assigned, changed, or deleted. 3. If assigning or changing a user's code, enter the desired 4-digit code for use by that User Number.

  • Page 12: Entry/Exit Delays

    ENTRY/EXIT DELAYS General Information Your system has preset time delays, known as exit delay and entry delay. When you arm your system, exit delay gives you time to leave through the main door without setting off an alarm. Entry delay gives you time to disarm the system when you reenter through the main door.

  • Page 13: Checking For Open Zones (Using The Ready Key)

    CHECKING FOR OPEN ZONES Using the Before your system can be armed, all protected doors, windows and other protection zones must be closed or bypassed (see B Y P A S S I N G ÊÊ ÊÊ READY Key PROTECTION ZONES section), otherwise the keypad will display a "Not Ready"...

  • Page 14: Bypassing Protection Zones

    BYPASSING PROTECTION ZONES Using the This key is used when you want to arm your system with one or more zones intentionally unprotected. The system must be disarmed first. ÊÊ6ÊÊ BYPASS Key Enter your security code and press the BYPASS key. Enter zone number(s) for the zone(s) to be bypassed (e.g., 06, 10, L I M I T A T I O N 13, etc.).

  • Page 15: Quick Bypass

    BYPASSING PROTECTION ZONES Quick Bypass If your system supports "Quick Bypass", it allows you to automatically bypass all open (faulted) zones without having to enter zone numbers in- Ask your installer if dividually. "Quick Bypass" is To use this feature, enter your security code, press the BYPASS key, active your then stop.

  • Page 16: Arming Perimeter Only, With Entry Delay On (Using The 3 Stay Key)

    ARMING PERIMETER ONLY WITH ENTRY DELAY ON Using the Use this key when you are staying inside, but expect someone to use an entry/exit door later. ÊÊ3ÊÊ STAY Key 1. Enter your security code and press the STAY key. 2. The keypad beeps three times and displays the armed message. The BEFORE ARMING red ARMED indicator lights.

  • Page 17: Arming Perimeter Only, With Entry Delay Off (Using The 7 Instant Key )

    ARMING PERIMETER ONLY WITH ENTRY DELAY OFF Using the Use this key when you are staying inside and do not expect anyone to use an entry/exit door. ÊÊ7ÊÊ INSTANT Key 1. Enter your security code and press the INSTANT key. 2.

  • Page 18: Arming All Protection, With Entry Delay On (Using The 2 Away Key)

    ARMING ALL PROTECTION WITH ENTRY DELAY ON Using the Use this key when no one will be staying inside. ÊÊ2ÊÊ AWAY Key 1. Enter your security code and press the AWAY key. 2. The keypad beeps twice and displays the armed message. The red ARMED indicator lights.

  • Page 19: Arming All Protection, With Entry Delay Off (Using The 4 Maximum Key)

    ARMING ALL PROTECTION WITH ENTRY DELAY OFF Using the Use this key when the premises will be vacant for extended periods of time such as vacations, etc., or when retiring for the night and ÊÊ4ÊÊ MAXIMUM Key no one will be moving through protected interior areas. 1.

  • Page 20: Disarming The System And Silencing Alarms (Using The 1 Off Key)

    DISARMING THE SYSTEM AND SILENCING ALARMS Using the The OFF key is used to disarm the system and to silence alarm and trouble sounds. ÊÊ1ÊÊ OFF Key To Disarm the System IMPORTANT: Enter your security code and press the OFF key. The "Ready" message If you return and the will be displayed, and the keypad will emit a single tone to confirm that the main burglary sounder...

  • Page 21: Using The Keyswitch

    USING THE KEYSWITCH General our system may be equipped with a keyswitch for use when arming and disarming. A single red light on the keyswitch plate indicates the status of your system as follows: OFF = Disarmed, Not Ready for Arming SLOW FLASHING = Disarmed, Ready for Arming RAPID FLASHING = Armed STAY or AWAY Arming...

  • Page 22: Chime Mode (Using The 9 Chime Key)

    CHIME MODE Using the our 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 tones ÊÊ9ÊÊ CHIME Key will sound at the keypad whenever a protected door or window is opened. Pressing the READY key will display the open points.
  • Page 23 PANIC KEYS (continued) INDIVIDUAL PANIC THESE KEYS NOT PRESENT KEYS (“D” NOT USED) ON ALL KEYPADS STAY AWAY MAXIMUM TEST BYPASS CODE & INSTANT CHIME PAIRED PANIC & READY KEYS & CHECK IF PANIC P R O G R A M M E D ZONE NUMBER ACTIVE...

  • Page 24: Testing The System (Using The 5 Test Key)

    TESTING THE SYSTEM TO BE CONDUCTED WEEKLY The TEST key puts your system into Test mode, which allows each pro- Using the tection point to be checked for proper operation. ÊÊ5ÊÊ TEST Key 1. Disarm the system and close all protected windows, doors, etc. The keypad's READY message should be displayed and the READY indicator (if present) should be lit.
  • Page 25 TESTING THE SYSTEM (continued) 6. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to test all smoke detectors, to ensure that all are functioning properly. The identification of each detector should appear on the display when each is activated. 7. After all protection points have been checked and restored, there should be no zone identification numbers displayed.

  • Page 26: Trouble Conditions

    TROUBLE CONDITIONS "Check" and The word CHECK on the keypad's display, accompanied by a "beeping" at the keypad, indicates a trouble condition in the system. "Battery" Displays To silence the beeping for these conditions, press any key. 1. A display of "CHECK" and one or more zone numbers indicates that a problem exists with the displayed zone(s) and requires your attention.

  • Page 27: Power Failure

    TROUBLE CONDITIONS (continued) 3. A display of "BAT" with no zone number or beeping indicates that the main standby battery in your control is weak. If this condition persists for more than one day (with AC present), CALL FOR SERVICE. 4.

  • Page 28: Other Displays

    TROUBLE CONDITIONS (continued) Other Displays If this remains displayed for more than 1 minute, your system is disabled. CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. CC: The system is in communication with the central station for change of function or status verification. If this message persists for more than 10 minutes, CALL YOUR SERVICE COMPANY.

  • Page 29: Fire Alarm System, If Installed

    FIRE ALARM SYSTEM IF INSTALLED Your fire alarm system (if installed) is on 24 hours a day, for continuous General protection. In the event of an emergency, the strategically located smoke and heat detectors will automatically send signals to your system, triggering a loud, interrupted sound from the keypad.

  • Page 30: Silencing Fire Alarms

    FIRE ALARM SYSTEM (continued) IF INSTALLED Silencing Fire Alarms 1. Silence the alarm by pressing the OFF key (security code not needed to silence fire alarms). To clear the display, enter your code and press the OFF key again (Memory of Alarm). 2.

  • Page 31: National Fire Protection Association Recommendations On Smoke Detectors

    NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION RECOMMENDATIONS ON SMOKE DETECTORS General With regard to the number and placement of smoke/heat detectors, we subscribe to the recommendations contained in the National Fire Protection Association's Standard #74 noted below. Early warning fire detection is best KITCHEN achieved by the installation of fire KITCHEN...

  • Page 32: Emergency Evacuation

    EMERGENCY EVACUATION Steps to Safety 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. Plan on your detector or your interior and/or exterior sounders warning all occupants.

  • Page 33: Quick Guide To Alarm System Functions

    QUICK GUIDE TO ALARM SYSTEM FUNCTIONS FUNCTION PROCEDURE COMMENTS Check Zones Press READY key. To view faulted zones when system not ready. Arm System Enter code. Press arming key desired: Arms system in mode selected. (AWAY, STAY, INSTANT, MAXIMUM) Quick Arm Press #.

  • Page 34: Summary Of Audible/Visual Notifications

    SUMMARY OF AUDIBLE/VISUAL NOTIFICATIONS S O U N D C A U S E DISPLAY LOUD, INTERRUPTED FIRE ALARM FIRE and ALARM are displayed; protection zone in alarm is displayed. Keypad & External LOUD, CONTINUOUS BURGLARY/AUDIBLE ALARM is displayed; protection zone in alarm is also displayed. Keypad &...

  • Page 35: Protection Zones List

    PROTECTION ZONES LIST One or more sensing devices will have been assigned by the installer of your alarm system to each of the various protection zones in your system (although not every zone number can be used). For example, the sensing device on your Entry/Exit door may have been assigned to zone 06, sensing devices on windows in the master bedroom to zone 10, and so on.
  • Page 36 Ð NOTES Ð Ð 3 6 Ð...

  • Page 37: 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: _________________________________ Policy No.: _____________________________ First Alert System: FA120C Type of Alarm: Ê Ê Burglary Ê Ê Fire Ê Ê Both...
  • Page 38 OWNER'S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST (cont.) E . SMOKE DETECTOR LOCATIONS: Ê Ê Furnace Room Ê Ê Kitchen Ê Ê Bedrooms Ê Ê Attic Ê Ê Basement Ê Ê Living Room Ê Ê Dining Room Ê Ê Hall F . BURGLARY DETECTING DEVICE LOCATIONS: Ê...

  • Page 39: Canadian Department Of Communications (Doc) Statement

    CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS (DOC) STATEMENT N O T I C E A V I S The Canadian Department of Communications label identifies L'Žtiquette du minist•re des Communications du Canada identifie le certified equipment. This certification means that the equip- matŽriel homologuŽ.

  • Page 40: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) Statements

    UL NOTICE: This is a "Grade A" Residential System. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (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 manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception.

  • Page 41: In The Event Of Telephone Operational Problems

    (continued) FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Part 68 STATEMENT If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary dis- continuance of service may be required. If advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible.

  • Page 42: The Limitations Of This Alarm System

    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 emergency. Any alarm system, whether commercial or residential, is subject to compromise or failure to warn for a variety of reasons.

  • Page 43: Servicing Information

    (continued) WARNING! THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM ¥ 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.

  • Page 44: W A R R A N T Y

    Pittway Corporation, and its divisions, subsidiaries and affiliates ("Seller"), 165 Eileen Way, Syosset, New York 11791, warrants its First Alert 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.

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