First Alert FA168CPS User Manual
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- Page 1 )$&36 )$&3 REA DY ARM ED STAY AWA Y BYPA SS TEST CHIM E COD E INST ANT READ Y ARM ED REA DY AW AY AWA Y STAY STA Y TEST BYPA SS INST ANT COD E CHIM E PA GE READ Y FA 5 6 0...
- Page 2 IMPORTANT! PROPER INTRUSION PROTECTION For proper intrusion coverage, sensors should be located at every possible point of entry to a home or commercial premises. This would include any skylights that may be present, and the 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 Central Monitoring Station in the event that the telephone lines are out of order (alarm signals are normally sent over...
- Page 3 7DEOHRI&RQWHQWV System Overview ........................5 Introduction .......................... 5 System Basics ........................5 Using the Voice Message Center ..................7 About The Keypads ........................ 8 General Information......................8 Functions of the Keypads....................10 Entry/Exit Delays ......................... 12 Exit Delay..........................12 Entry Delay ......................... 12 Exit Alarms .........................
- Page 4 7DEOHRI&RQWHQWV Panic Keys..........................22 Using Panic Keys........................ 22 Macro Key Programming & Usage................... 23 About Macro Keys....................... 23 Example of Macro Programming ..................24 Using a Programmed Macro Key..................24 Using Device Commands ....................25 Paging Feature ........................26 About Automatic Paging ....................26 Manual Paging........................
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Page 5: Burglary Protection
6\VWHP2YHUYLHZ ,QWURGXFWLRQ 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. This system provides: • Three forms of protection: burglary, fire* and emergency •... - Page 6 • Partitioned systems (FA168CPS) can include a common zone area, which is an area shared by users of both partitions (such as a lobby in a building).
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Page 7: Paging Feature
Paging Feature • If programmed, the system can automatically send certain system condition messages to up to four (FA168CPS) or two (FA148CP) pagers. • The system can also automatically alert a pager if the system has not been disarmed by a certain time (e.g., can let you know a child has not arrived home). -
Page 8: Alpha Display
$ERXW7KH.H\SDGV *HQHUDO,QIRUPDWLRQ Your keypads allow you to control all system functions. The keypads feature the following: • A telephone style (digital) keypad • Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) which shows the nature and location of all occurrences • Built-in sounder which will sound during alarms and troubles. The sounder also "beeps"... - Page 9 $ERXW7KH.H\SDGV &RQWLQXHG )L[HG:RUG'LVSOD\.H\SDG All burglary zones, interior and AWAY: AWAY NIGHT NO AC perimeter, are armed. PHONE TEST BYPASS NOT READY Perimeter burglary zones, such as STAY STAY: ALARM CHIME BAT protected windows and doors, are FIRE CHECK INSTANT CANCELED armed. FA260KP Entry delay is turned off: INSTANT:...
- Page 10 )XQFWLRQVRIWKH.H\SDGV NOTE: The functions printed directly on the 6 BYPASS Removes individual protection zones keys indicate their primary purpose; from being monitored by the system. functions printed under some of the keys (shown [ ↓ ] On Voice keypads, used in conjunction with the in brackets under the respective key), indicate FUNCTION and VOLUME keys to lower the message their alternate or secondary purpose.
- Page 11 )XQFWLRQVRIWKH.H\SDGV &RQWLQXHG LEDS DISPLAY ARMED READY MESSAGE SPEAKER AWAY STAY RECORD VOLUME PLAY TEST BYPASS FUNCTION KEYS INSTANT CODE CHIME READY STATUS VOICE FUNCTION FA560 FA560VKP-003-V0 MICROPHONE Voice-capable 2-line Alpha keypad IMPORTANT! • When entering codes and commands, sequential key depressions must be made within 4-5 seconds of one another.
- Page 12 Partition 1 ___________________________________________________________ Exit Delay: seconds Entry Delay 1: seconds Entry Delay 2: seconds NOTE: Entry/Exit times set for partition 1 also apply to the common zone (FA168CPS). Partition 2 (FA168CPS) ______________________________________________ Exit Delay: seconds Entry Delay 1: seconds Entry Delay 2: seconds –...
- Page 13 (QWU\([LW'HOD\V &RQWLQXHG ([LW$ODUPV Whenever you arm the system, the exit delay begins. If an entry/exit door or interior zone is faulted within two minutes after the end of the exit delay (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 "CANCELED ALARM"...
- Page 14 $UPLQJWKH6\VWHP 6WD\0RGH $UPV3HULPHWHU2QO\(QWU\'HOD\2Q • Used when you want to arm the system with persons staying inside (or if you have pets that are moving throughout the premises). • The perimeter sensors are armed, but interior sensors are left disarmed. • Exit delay begins (you can leave through the entry/exit door, if desired). •...
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Page 15: Quick Arming
If so, you can press and hold the appropriate function key for 2 seconds to arm the system. See your installer for the designated functions (see Single Button Arming section). Refer to the Accessing Other Partitions section for information on multi-partiion arming (FA168CPS). – 15 –... - Page 16 $UPLQJWKH6\VWHP 6LQJOH%XWWRQ$UPLQJ The “A”, “B”, “C”, and/or “D” keys on your keypad may have been programmed for single-button arming. Note that while it will not be necessary to use a security code for arming, a security code must always be used to disarm the system. If Single-Button Arming is programmed: •...
- Page 17 8VLQJWKH.H\VZLWFK 8VLQJWKH.H\VZLWFK Your system may be equipped with a keyswitch for use when arming and disarming. Red and green lights on the keyswitch plate indicate the status of your system as follows: Green Light: Lights when the system is disarmed and ready to be armed (no open zones).
- Page 18 'LVDUPLQJDQG6LOHQFLQJ$ODUPV 8VLQJWKH>2))@NH\ The OFF key is used to disarm the system, silence alarm and trouble sounds, and clear alarm memories. IMPORTANT: If you return and the main burglary sounder is on, DO NOT ENTER, but CONTACT 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 upon your entering, indicating that an alarm has occurred during your absence.
- Page 19 %\SDVVLQJ3URWHFWLRQ=RQHV 8VLQJWKH%<3$66.H\ Use t his key when you want to arm your system with one or more zones intentionally unprotected. Vent Zones: Your system may have certain windows set as “vent” zones, which are automatically bypassed if left open when arming the system (you do not need to manually bypass them).
- Page 20 %\SDVVLQJ3URWHFWLRQ=RQHV 4XLFN%\SDVV If programmed, "Quick Bypass" allows you to easily bypass all open (faulted) zones without having to enter zone numbers individually. This feature is useful if, for example, you routinely leave certain windows open when arming at night. + 6 + [#] Alpha Display: (Security Code) (-7%61)( 46)77...
- Page 21 'DWHDQG7LPH 9LHZLQJWKH&XUUHQW'DWHDQG7LPH The system lets you view its time and date setting on alpha keypad. +[#] + [6] [3] Alpha Display: (Security Code) (-7%61)( OR, press the function key (A, B, C, or D) for viewing 6)%(= 83 %61 current date and time, if programmed. A typical time/date display is shown.
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Page 22: 8Vlqj3Dqlf.Hv
3DQLF.H\V 8VLQJ3DQLF.H\V Your system may have been programmed to use special keys to manually activate emergency (panic) functions as follows: This Function Sends this signal* With This Sounding… Silent Alarm silent alarm no audible alarm or change in normal display to indicate that a silent alarm has been initiated. - Page 23 - Bypassing particular zone(s) - Activating relay(s) for turning on (or off) lights, fans, etc. • Up to four (FA168CPS) or two (FA148CP) macros can be assigned – but no more than one macro to a key. • Macros can be activated only by users with authority levels authorized to perform the macro’s function.
- Page 24 0DFUR.H\3URJUDPPLQJ 8VDJH FRQW The keypad beeps to acknowledge your input and Typical Macro Alpha Display: displays the command you entered (followed by “F”). 1%'63 4+1 4. Enter the next command, followed by press/holding * * * the “D”...
- Page 25 8VLQJ'HYLFH&RPPDQGV $ERXW'HYLFH&RPPDQGV Your system may be set up so that it can control certain lights or other devices. • Some devices may be automatically turned on or off by the system. • You may be able to override automatically controlled devices using the commands described below.
- Page 26 $ERXW$XWRPDWLF3DJLQJ Your system may be set up to automatically send alert messages to several pagers (up to four for FA168CPS, up to two for FA148CP) as certain conditions occur in your system. • The following events can be programmed by your installer to be sent to the pagers: arming and disarming , alarms, and trouble conditions.
- Page 27 0DQXDO3DJLQJ Your system may be set up so you can manually send a message to up to four (FA168CPS) or two (FA148CP) pagers. • Your installer programs the paging function key and the pager phone numbers. • Pressing the paging keys sends the message to the selected pager.
- Page 28 $ERXW6HFXULW\&RGHV Your installer assigned a master code that is used to perform all system functions. In addition, you can assign different security codes for use by other users (FA168CPS provides 46 additional codes; FA148CP provides 30 additional codes). • Only the System Master and Partition Master can assign user codes to users.
- Page 29 Refer to the User Setup chart at the back of this manual for factory assignments of user attributes and to keep a record of user programming. NOTE: Partition Master codes (FA168CPS only) apply only to those user numbers previously assigned (by the system master/installer) to the partition master’s partition.
- Page 30 $FFHVVLQJ2WKHU3DUWLWLRQV )$&36 *272&RPPDQGDQG0XOWL3DUWLWLRQ$UPLQJ $ERXW$FFHVVLQJ3DUWLWLRQV Each keypad is assigned a default partition for display purposes, and will show only that partition's information. • If the user is authorized, a keypad in one partition can be used to perform system functions in the other partition by using the GOTO command. Refer to the GOTO section.
- Page 31 $FFHVVLQJ2WKHU3DUWLWLRQV &RQWLQXHG 8VLQJWKH*R7R&RPPDQG If the user is authorized, a keypad in one partition can be used to perform system functions in the other partition by using the GOTO command. • You must use an Alpha keypad to access another partition. •...
- Page 32 $FFHVVLQJ2WKHU3DUWLWLRQV &RQWLQXHG &RPPRQ=RQH2SHUDWLRQ Your system may have been set up to use a common zone, which is Ask your installer if a an area shared by users of both partitions, such as a foyer or lobby. "common zone" was If so, please note the following: assigned.
- Page 33 • Schedules can be set to automatically repeat at various intervals. • Schedules can be set for random starting, if desired. • FA168CPS provides up to 16 user schedules; FA148CP provides up to 4 user schedules. &UHDWLQJ6FKHGXOHV + [#] + [6] [4]...
- Page 34 6FKHGXOLQJ FRQWLQXHG 5. For event number “02,” enter the access group +6394 291&)6 number. Otherwise, this prompt is skipped. Press [∗] to continue to the “Start” prompt below. < 6. For event numbers “03-07,” enter the partition 4%68-8-32 number to be armed or disarmed. 0 = arm all;...
- Page 35 The system records various events in a history log, which can be viewed by the master user using an Alpha Display keypad. • The Event Log holds up to 100 (FA168CPS) or 50 (FA148CP) events. • Events are displayed in chronological order, from most recent to oldest.
- Page 36 7HVWLQJWKH6\VWHP 7R%H&RQGXFWHG:HHNO\ $ERXW7HVWLQJWKH6\VWHP Test mode allows each protection point to be checked for proper operation. • The keypad sounds a single beep every 40 seconds as a reminder that the system is in the Test mode. • Alarm messages are not sent to your Central Station while Test mode is on. 1 Disarm the system and close all protected windows, Alpha Displays: doors, etc.
- Page 37 7URXEOH&RQGLWLRQV he word CHECK on the keypad's display, accompanied by a "Check" and "beeping" at the keypad, indicates a trouble condition in the system. "Battery" Displays To silence the beeping for these conditions, press any key. 1. A display of "CHECK" and one or more zone numbers indicates that a problem exists with the displayed zone(s) and requires your attention.
- Page 38 7URXEOH&RQGLWLRQV &RQWLQXHG Words or letters in parentheses ( ) are those that are displayed on Alpha Display keypads. COMM. FAILURE Indicates that a failure has occurred in Other Trouble (or FC) the telephone communication portion of Displays your system. CALL FOR SERVICE. Any “beeping”...
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Page 39: Open Circuit
7URXEOH&RQGLWLRQV &RQWLQXHG AC LOSS The system is operating on battery power Other Trouble (or NO AC) Displays only due to an AC power failure. (Continued) If only some lights are out on the premises, check circuit breakers and fuses and reset or replace as necessary. If AC power cannot be restored and a “low system battery”... - Page 40 0DLQWDLQLQJ<RXU6\VWHP The components of your security system are designed to be as Taking Care of maintenance-free as possible. However, to make sure that your system Your System is in reliable working condition, do the following: 1. Test your system weekly . 2.
- Page 41 )LUH$ODUP6\VWHP ,I,QVWDOOHG THIS SECTION APPLIES ONLY TO RESIDENTIAL SYSTEMS Your fire alarm system (if installed) is on 24 hours a day, for General continuous protection. In the event of an emergency, the strategically located smoke and heat detectors will sound their alarms and automatically send signals to your system, triggering a loud, interrupted pulsed sound* from the Keypad(s) and any external sounders.
- Page 42 )LUH$ODUP6\VWHP &RQWLQXHG THIS SECTION APPLIES ONLY TO RESIDENTIAL SYSTEMS 1. Should you become aware of a fire emergency before your smoke or Manually heat detectors sense the problem, go to your nearest keypad and Initiating manually initiate an alarm by pressing the panic key assigned for a Fire Alarm FIRE emergency for 2 seconds.
- Page 43 )LUH$ODUP6\VWHP &RQWLQXHG THIS SECTION APPLIES ONLY TO RESIDENTIAL SYSTEMS 1DWLRQDO)LUH3URWHFWLRQ$VVRFLDWLRQ 5HFRPPHQGDWLRQVRQ6PRNH'HWHFWRUV With regard to the number and placement of smoke/heat detectors, we subscribe to the recommendations contained in the National Fire Protection Association's National Fire Alarm Code (NFPA 72) noted below. Early warning fire detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows: A smoke detector installed outside of each separate sleeping area, in the...
- Page 44 )LUH$ODUP6\VWHP &RQWLQXHG THIS SECTION APPLIES ONLY TO RESIDENTIAL SYSTEMS (PHUJHQF\(YDFXDWLRQ • • BACK • FRONT – 44 –...
- Page 45 4XLFN*XLGHWR%DVLF6\VWHP)XQFWLRQV FUNCTION PROCEDURE COMMENTS Check Zones Press READY key. View faulted zones when system not ready. Arm System Enter code. Press arming key desired: Arms system in mode selected. (AWAY, STAY, NIGHT-STAY, MAXIMUM, INSTANT) Quick Arm Press #. Press arming key desired: Arms system in mode selected, quickly (if programmed) (AWAY, STAY, MAXIMUM, INSTANT)
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Page 46: Exit Delay
6XPPDU\RI$XGLEOH9LVXDO1RWLILFDWLRQV )L[HG:RUG'LVSOD\.H\SDGV SOUND CAUSE DISPLAY LOUD, FIRE ALARM FIRE is displayed; zone number of zone in INTERRUPTED * alarm is displayed. If a fire alarm is manually activated, zone number 95 will be displayed. Keypad & Ext. LOUD, BURGLARY/AUDIBLE ALARM is displayed. - Page 47 6XPPDU\RI$XGLEOH9LVXDO1RWLILFDWLRQV $OSKD'LVSOD\.H\SDGV SOUND CAUSE DISPLAY LOUD, FIRE ALARM. FIRE is displayed; descriptor of zone in alarm is INTERRUPTED* displayed. If a fire alarm is manually activated, zone Keypad & Ext. number 95 will be displayed. LOUD, BURGLARY/AUDIBLE ALARM is displayed. If programmed, descriptor of CONTINUOUS* EMERGENCY ALARM.
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Page 48: Radio Frequency Emissions
5HJXODWRU\6WDWHPHQWVDQG:DUQLQJV NOTE: This is a “ Grade A” Residential System RADIO FREQUENCY EMISSIONS Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 15 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. -
Page 49: Industrie Canada
5HJXODWRU\6WDWHPHQWV &RQWLQXHG Industrie Canada AVIS: l’é tiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie le maté riel homologué . Cette é tiquette certifie que le maté riel est conforme aux normes de protection, d’exploitation et de sé curité des ré seaux de té lé communications, comme le prescrivent les documents concernant les exigences techniques relatives au maté... -
Page 50: Quick Bypass
&KDUWVRI<RXU6\VWHP·V)HDWXUHV † Features marked with a dagger apply to the FA168CPS only. Features Comments Exit Delay † Part. 1: Part. 2 Entry Delay 1 † Part. 1: Part. 2 † Entry Delay 2 Part. 1: Part. 2 Night-Stay Zones Zones:... -
Page 51: User Setup
[#] [1] + level [#] [2] + group [#] [4] + zone no. [#] [5] + 0/1 installer (all) installer system master (all) master partition 1 master † Partitions apply to the FA168CPS only. – 51 –... -
Page 52: Paging Setup
4 = partition master Paging: 0 = no paging 1 = allow paging † Users 34-49 apply to FA168CPS only; user 33 is partition 2 master for FA168CPS, and the last user for FA148CP. Paging Setup Automatically Reports Upon… Sched. Func. Key... -
Page 53: List Of Output Devices
Repeat Options: 0 = none; 1 = repeat weekly; 2 = repeat every other week; 3 = repeat every third week; 4 = repeat every fourth week List of Output Devices († FA168CPS can use devices 01-16; FA148CP can only use devices 01-08; both can use trigger devices 17/18.) †... - Page 54 /,0,7$7,2162)7+,66<67(0 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 other emergency. Any alarm system, whether commercial or residential, is subject to compromise or failure to warn for a variety of reasons.
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Page 56: One-Year Limited Warranty
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Pittway Corporation, and its divisions, subsidiaries and affiliates ("Seller"), 165 Eileen Way, Syosset, New First Alert Professional 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.